Douglas fir
3.5 usd/kgDouglas fir, also called Oregon pine, is an evergreen conifer like pine and spruce that yields a slightly superior softwood timber. It is grown across the northern and southern hemispheres and readily available from certified sources. Old growth Douglas fir has been heavily depleted and new timber typically comes from plantations, such as from North and South America, Europe, New Zealand and Australia.
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The yellow-brown heartwood of Douglas fir (Douglas-fir) contrasts with the paler sapwood, and it has a pronounced grain, contributing to its distinctive and recognisable appearance. It is classed as moderately durable and can be used outdoors untreated. However, it is not considered durable enough to be used in applications with prolonged ground contact without treatment.
Applications include heavy construction (posts and poles), home building (structural timber), floors, doorframes, window frames, floors, lining, siding, fascias, bargeboards, general joinery, carving and furniture. It is also used in high-grade engineered wood, such as glulam and plywood. As an impregnated timber, it is used in pilings and boards for marine structures.