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    Posted: 04 Oct 2014 at 6:36pm
Radiata Pine, Monterey Pine, Insignis Pine

Scientific Name: Pinus radiata


Distribution: Native to central and southern coastal California; also widely planted throughout the southern hemisphere

Average Dried Weight: 32 lbs/ft3 (515 kg/m3)

Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC): .41, .51

Color/Appearance: Heartwood is light brown, wide sapwood is a paler yellowish white, and is distinct from the heartwood. Radiata Pine lumber is plantation-grown, and generally has very wide growth rings and is knot-free.

Grain/Texture: Straight grained with a medium, even texture.

Workability: Radiata Pine works well with both hand and machine tools. Glues and finishes well.

Odour: Radiata Pine has a faint, resinous odour while being worked.

Allergies/Toxicity: Working with pine has been reported to cause allergic skin reactions and/or asthma-like symptoms in some people.

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