Difference between revisions of "Shortleaf pine"
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[[File:12 ArkansasSoftPine.jpg|thumb|Arkansas Soft Pine (''Pinus echinata'')]] | [[File:12 ArkansasSoftPine.jpg|thumb|Arkansas Soft Pine (''Pinus echinata'')]] | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | + | [[File:18_ShortleafPine.jpg|thumb|Shortleaf Pine (''Pinus echinata'')]] | |
A [[pine|pine]] tree, ''Pinus echinata'', native to the southeastern area of North America. The shortleaf pine produces a soft, pale yellow, easily worked wood. It is primarily used for millwork, interior trim, toys, and siding. | A [[pine|pine]] tree, ''Pinus echinata'', native to the southeastern area of North America. The shortleaf pine produces a soft, pale yellow, easily worked wood. It is primarily used for millwork, interior trim, toys, and siding. | ||
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''Pinus echinata''; Southern pine; Arkansas soft pine; North Carolina pine; yellow pine | ''Pinus echinata''; Southern pine; Arkansas soft pine; North Carolina pine; yellow pine | ||
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== Physical and Chemical Properties == | == Physical and Chemical Properties == | ||
* Height = 20-30 m with circumferences 0.5-1 m | * Height = 20-30 m with circumferences 0.5-1 m | ||
| − | * Leaves = Needle in | + | * Leaves = Needle in fascicles of 2-3 |
* Cones = 4-7 cm long with thin scales and short prickles. | * Cones = 4-7 cm long with thin scales and short prickles. | ||
* Density = 38 pcf | * Density = 38 pcf | ||
| + | * Heartwood is reddish brown, sapwood is yellowish white | ||
| + | * Straight grained with a fine to medium texture | ||
| + | ==Working Properties== | ||
| + | * Works fairly well with most tools, though the resin can gum up tools and clog sandpaper. | ||
| + | * Has a moderate dulling effect on cutting edges. | ||
| + | * Glues and finishes well. | ||
==Resources and Citations== | ==Resources and Citations== | ||
| − | + | * The Wood Database: [https://www.wood-database.com/shortleaf-pine/ Shortleaf pine] | |
* G.S.Brady, ''Materials Handbook'', McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971 Comment: p. 612 | * G.S.Brady, ''Materials Handbook'', McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971 Comment: p. 612 | ||
Latest revision as of 11:56, 28 September 2022
Description
A Pine tree, Pinus echinata, native to the southeastern area of North America. The shortleaf pine produces a soft, pale yellow, easily worked wood. It is primarily used for millwork, interior trim, toys, and siding.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Pinus echinata; Southern pine; Arkansas soft pine; North Carolina pine; yellow pine
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Height = 20-30 m with circumferences 0.5-1 m
- Leaves = Needle in fascicles of 2-3
- Cones = 4-7 cm long with thin scales and short prickles.
- Density = 38 pcf
- Heartwood is reddish brown, sapwood is yellowish white
- Straight grained with a fine to medium texture
Working Properties
- Works fairly well with most tools, though the resin can gum up tools and clog sandpaper.
- Has a moderate dulling effect on cutting edges.
- Glues and finishes well.
Resources and Citations
- The Wood Database: Shortleaf pine
- G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971 Comment: p. 612
- Dictionary of Building Preservation, Ward Bucher, ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York City, 1996
- Southern Pine Association, New Orleans LA: air-dry weight = 38 pcf