Fir
Botanical Name :
Pseudotsuga Menziesii |
Common Names :
Subalpine fir, California red fir, grand fir, noble fir, and
Pacific silver fir. |
Where it Grows
One of six commercial species of fir grown in western United
States. Others are
Main Uses
Used primarily for general construction, as well as boxes, crates,
sash, doors, trim, plywood, and pulpwood.
General Description
Generally straight and quite even grained with medium to coarse
texture. Whitish to yellowish brown heartwood, indistinguishable from
sapwood.
Working Properties
Works satisfactorily with hand or machine tools. Turns easily.
Exceptional gluing, nailing, and screwing properties. Stains, paints,
and varnishes well.
Physical Properties
Light, soft, moderately stiff, low strength, low shock resistance, and
low decay resistance.
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