Otherwise known as Western yellow pine or knotty pine, this is a pale yellow wood known for it plentiful knots. In its pre-milled state, this is a wood to save you money and time!!

Pinus monticola
family Pinaceae

This is a domestically grown tree. The heartwood is a pale straw colour. It is lightweight and easily milled. We consider this as a species with value-added potential. This tree has a density of approx. 30 lbs/ft3.

Sequoia sempervirens
family Taxodiaceae

Grown in California and Oregon only. Ensure you purchase lumber from reputable, managed dealers. Why use redwood when Western Red Cedar is a more mature choice?

Picea sitchensis
family Pinaeae

Sitka is the Queen of the Pacific Northwest. She is a magnificent species that commands respect. The wood is creamy-white with a pink tinge and extremely straight grained. The wood is non-resinous and odourless with a density of approx. 27 lbs/ft3. “Trains, planes andautomobiles”………….well maybe not trains. How about boats!!

Taxus brevifolia family Taxaceae

Not to be misconstrued with the European variety, this is indigenous to the Pacific Northwest. Its European cousin has a long-standing history in European warfare. Our local stock shares common values such as bending and crushing strengths; it is springy. We offer boards with a live edge and like arbutus there is some natural twist. On maturity, the colour becomes a magnificent “cognac” orange. It is Shelley’s favourite.