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Redwood, European
Pinus sylvestris

Density: 510kg/m3

Description: The sapwood is creamy white to yellow in colour, narrow especially in northern environments. The heartwood is pale yellowish brown.
Working Properties: It works easily and well with both hand and machine tools. It is capable of a smooth, clean finish. Can be glued, stained, varnished and painted satisfactorily.
Physical Properties: It dries rapidly but owing to its tendency to develop sap stain it should be anti-stain dipped. For its weight it is strong and moderately hard.
Durability: Non durable.
Main Uses: Constructional work, joinery, carcassing, house building.
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