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Pine
PINE Pinus Radiata
Pinus Radiata grows throughout New Zealand and is by far the most freely available timber in the country.
Pinus Radiata is available in most sizes and long lengths of clear timber is always available.
The timber seasons and it can be kiln dried rapidly from green. It is non-durable but can be readily treated with preservative.
Pinus Radiata is a light coloured softwood and has a moderately even texture which machines and nails well. It sands to a fine finish that will take paint well. The wood can be stained but tends to blotch in places and raise the grain in the softer timber.
Typical physical properties
| Density at 12% moisture content:
Modulus of rupture when green: Modulus of rupture at 12% moisture content: Radial shrinkage from green to 12%: Tangential shrinkage from green to 12%: Durability |
520 kg per cubic metre
30.5 Megapascals 89.9 Megapascals 2.1% 3.9% Non durable |
Uses:
Pinus Radiata is suitable for interior finishings, doorjambs, interior joinery, furniture, mouldings, panelling and cabinet work. Once treated it is suitable for window reveals.