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White Pine is a classic choice for woodworkers, known for being easy to work with and having a warm, natural look. It has a creamy white sapwood. Its straight grain makes it simple to cut and shape. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you'll appreciate how easily White Pine cuts, sands, and finishes. It's great for furniture, trim, and any project where you want a smooth, even surface.
Pine comes width sorted 6” to 12” wide (in 2” increments), and random length, 6’-16’ long. Our White Pine is kiln-dried and ready to use, so you can start building right away.
Craftsmen Hardwoods also offers Eastern White Pine Lumber, Milled and Eastern White Pine Stained Lumber.
Not all item combinations are in stock, please contact us for specific item requests.
Additional Details
The Eastern White Pine has been officially recognized as Ontario’s arboreal emblem since 1984. This recognition is well-earned, as White Pine Lumber played an important role in shaping the province's history. The White Pine forests that once covered the land provided the timber that fueled the early logging industry that literally built Ontario!
One of White Pine's most notable characteristics is its light weight, making it one of the easiest softwoods to work with and transport. Historically, this lightweight nature made it a natural choice for boatbuilding. The Eastern White Pine’s tall, straight trunks were perfect for crafting sturdy masts and spars.
White Pine is also an environmentally sustainable lumber choice. The Eastern White Pine is a fast-growing and renewable tree with deep roots that help to anchor the soil, preventing erosion, while its thick canopy offers shelter and food for a variety of wildlife.
Common Uses
- Crates: Eastern White Pine's light weight and ease of working make it a go-to for building crates and shipping containers. It's strong enough to protect contents, yet light enough to keep shipping costs down.
- Furniture: Due to its soft texture and easy workability, White Pine is often used for furniture pieces. It's also a popular choice for more rustic or casual furniture styles.
- Boxes: White Pine is great for making all sorts of boxes, from simple storage boxes to decorative keepsake boxes. Its smooth finish and ability to hold detail make it ideal for carving or adding decorative elements.
- Interior Millwork: White Pine is widely used for interior trim, moldings, and paneling. It's easy to shape and takes paint beautifully, creating a clean, classic look for any room.
- Construction Lumber: While not as strong as some hardwoods, White Pine is commonly used for framing and structural elements in light construction projects, particularly in areas where its natural resistance to rot is beneficial, such as cladding.
- Carving: Its soft, even texture and straight grain make White Pine a favorite for carving projects, from beginner-friendly whittling to more intricate wooden sculptures.
Technical Details
- Common name(s): Eastern White Pine, Northern White Pine, Soft Pine
- Botanical name: Pinus strobus
- Country of origin: Primarily Northeastern Canada and the United States
- Grade: From 1&2 Common (bigger and solid knots), 1 Common (smaller and sound, tight knots), and C & Better (minimal knots)
- Average dried weight: 2.08 lbs per board foot
- Janka hardness: 380 lbf (1,690 N)
- Physical properties: Heartwood is a light brown, sometimes with a slightly reddish hue, while sapwood is nearly all white. Colour tends to darken with age. The grain is straight with an even, medium texture.
- Working properties: White Pine has exceptional workability. It is easy to cut, shape, and machine with both hand and power tools. It also glues, nails, and screws well, and readily accepts stains and finishes.
How to Order
Ordering from Craftsmen Hardwoods is simple and convenient. Start by filling out our online form or calling us directly to receive a quote.
Pick-Up and Delivery Options
- Local Pick-Up: After placing your order, we invite you to visit our showroom in Drayton, Ontario. While your order is being prepared, enjoy a tour of our wide variety of woodworking products and relax with a warm beverage. Your order will be ready for pick-up at your convenience.
- Delivery Service: For customers within a 2-hour drive, we offer a delivery service that ensures your order arrives on time and in perfect condition. Every order is professionally packaged to protect your materials during transit. Plywood comes with cover sheets, and lumber and sheet goods are secured with cardboard corners to prevent damage from metal banding.