Knotty Pine, Ponderosa Pine, Western White Pine; Silver, Soft, Finger Cone, Mountain, Idaho, and Little Sugar Pine.
PROPERTIES:
Pines thrive in the deep porous soil of north-facing mountain slopes where the snow gets deep and the growing season stays short. Despite the rigors of climate, specimens reach 175' in height with diameters of 8' at breast height. The silvery-gray trunks of mature forest trees usually have no branches for half or more of their height. Most pines have a short-branched, narrow, yet symmetrical crown. Slender, slightly curved cones can grow to lengths of about 12 inches.
USAGE:
Commercially, western white pine commands one of the highest prices of all softwoods. It's in continued demand for window and door frames, molding, and high-quality veneer for plywood. Besides millwork, you can use western white pine for indoor furniture, cabinets, and shelving units, as well as light construction.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Many of the properties that make Pine a first choice for paneling also put it at the top of the list for furniture and architectural woodwork due to the wood's uniform cell structure, scarcity of resin pockets, and resistance to splitting. Finished parts fit together snugly without binding.
PLEASE NOTE:
This sample is representative of the color and grain of our cabinetry finishes, but it is best to remember that because no two trees grow alike, that variations in grain and color can be expected in your cabinets. Color and grain differences in wood are caused by variations in the mineral content of the soil, changes in the climate, or amount of moisture and injuries to the tree as it grows. Every wood specie will also display certain specific characteristics in with age or mineral streaks. While these marks and variations provide the character and beauty of each species, they could occur sporadically throughout your cabinetry. These samples are intended to give a general idea of the appearance, please stop by our showroom to examine samples of these woods with various finishes before making the final selection for your upcoming project. If you have any further questions, call us and speak with one of our sales representatives.
