General Description
Southern Yellow Pine (not to be confused with Quebec Yellow) comes from southern states of USA. It is a relatively 'heavy' weight softwood, used for joinery products such as stairs.
It is imported in most standard thicknesses; generally boards are 4", 6", 8", 10" & 12" wide and lengths 8' - 16'.
It is imported kiln dried and thinner stock is usually graded 'Saps' as the clearer grade sapwood is preferred, with thicker boards imported in 'prime & better' grade.
Working Properties
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Machines well, although resin can cause gum up of tools |
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Holds nails and screws well and glues effectively |
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Finishes well |
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Steam bends well |
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Moderately heavy and hard |
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Hign stiffness |
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Moderately strong and shock resistant |
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Moderately stable in service |
Durability
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Fairly durable, not as resistant to scuffs and dents |
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Moderately decay resistant |
Main Uses
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Structural timber |
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Structural grade plywood |
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Building construction |
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Boxes, baskets, pallets and crates |
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Cooperage |
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Millwork |
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Woodenware |
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Novelties |
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Boat building |
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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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