Radiata
Species Name
Pinus radiata
Other Names
Monterey Pine
Country of Origin
New Zealand
Mainly Used For
Kiln dried clear grades for mouldings and finishing lines in construction and interior joinery, clear grades treated with preservative in exterior joinery, treated framing and engineering grades in exterior situations in general construction, treated roundwood is extensively used for poles and posts
This softwood has large, wide, pale-coloured sapwood, which is distinct from the pinkish-brown heartwood. There is moderate growth-ring figure resulting in a relatively uniform and fine texture. The timber has moderate to high lustre and readily accepts preservative treatment.
