Handling & safety. Wood dust may irritate; typical precautions
Properties
| Latin name | Pinus monticola |
|---|---|
| Species type | Softwood |
| Origin | Northwestern North America (BC to California; inland Rocky Mountain regions) |
| Density | 420 kg/m³ |
| Janka hardness | 1,900 N |
| Modulus of rupture | 66.9 MPa |
| Elastic modulus | 10.1 GPa |
| Crushing strength | 34.7 MPa |
| Specific gravity | 0.38 |
| Porosity | Non-porous (softwood) |
| Tangential shrinkage | 7.4% |
| Radial shrinkage | 4.1% |
| Volumetric shrinkage | 11.8% |
| T/R ratio | 1.8 |
| Durability (EN 350) | Class 5 |
Density and mechanical properties are typical values at around 12% moisture content. Shrinkage figures represent total dimensional change from fibre saturation to oven dry. Individual boards vary.
Description
Anatomy
- Porosity: Non-porous
- Vessel Arrangement: N/A (softwood)
- Vessel Description: N/A (softwood)
- Parenchyma: Low; typical pine structure with resin canals
- Rays: Fine rays typical of pines
Durability
- Durability Class: Class 5 — Perishable
Non-durable; not recommended outdoors without treatment
Odor
Mild resinous pine scent
Uses & Availability
Common Uses
Interior millwork, paneling, mouldings, furniture, doors, patterns, general woodworking
Pricing & Availability
Availability varies by region; commonly sold as clear boards in western North America; generally mid-priced
Conservation
- CITES Status: Unlisted
- IUCN Status: Near Threatened
Lookalikes & Substitutes
Eastern white pine, radiata pine, other light pines
Additional Sources
The Wood Database; USDA/Forest Service silvics and pathology references; MatWeb (summary values)
Working the timber
Very easy to machine and hand-work; holds detail well; dents easily; good for carving and interior millwork
Finishing & gluing
Paints and clear-finishes well; stains can blotch—condition first
Generally glues well