General Description
Quebec Yellow Pine from Canada is also known as Eastern White Pine when imported from Northern states of the USA. The main grade stocked is #2 cmn & better, which permits small diameter knots. Some UK businesses use #3 & #4 common with large knots. It is also possible to import 'D Selects' or 'C Selects' which are 'clear' grades but with high price premiums, and may involve longer lead-times.
One of the recognised advantages of this species over other pines is its stability. It is a soft-textured timber making it easy to work, but surfaces may be damaged if not sealed appropriately.
Kiln dried boards of 1", 1¼", 1½" and 2" thick are mainly 4", 6", 8", 10" & 12" wide; also 4" x 4" imported. Edge-glued panels (with lams of 140mm wide) are manufactured in 12.5mm & 20mm thick. Mainly 700mm wide and 3m long.
Working Properties
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Machines well |
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Fair turning properties |
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Holds nails and screws well, no need to pre-bore |
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Glues, paints and varnishes well |
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Dries well and only shrinks a little |
Physical Properties
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Medium overall strength |
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Not stiff |
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Low shock resistance |
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Stable |
Durability
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The heartwood is moderately resistant to preservative treatment, and the sapwood is permeable |
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Moderately resistant to decay |
Main Uses
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Carvings and sculpture |
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Millwork |
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Sash |
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Doors |
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Trim |
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Panelling |
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Cabinets |
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Furniture |
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Toys |
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Novelties |
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Musical instrument components |
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Caskets |
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Boxes |
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Match sticks |
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Veneer |
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| Process |
Quality Scale
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| Machining |
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| Nailing |
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| Screwing |
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| Gluing |
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| Finishing |
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