Southern Yellow Pine

Specs

Common Names

Southern Yellow Pine

Scientific Name

Pinus spp.

Origin

Southeastern United States

Appearance

Southern Yellow Pine heartwood ranges from yellowish-brown to reddish-brown, often with resinous streaks. The wood has a straight to interlocked grain with a medium to coarse texture.

Avg. Dried Weight

35-50 lbs/ft3 (560-800 kg/m3)

Janka Hardness

690 lbf

Modulus of Rupture

11,700 lbf/in2 (80.7 MPa)

Elastic Modulus

1,710,000 lbf/in2 (11.8 GPa)

Crushing Strength

6,940 lbf/in2 (47.8 MPa)

Shrinkage

Radial: 4.5%, Tangential: 7.9%, Volumetric: 12.9%, T/R Ratio: 1.8

Durability

Rated as non-durable to perishable; susceptible to decay and insect attacks.

Workability

Southern Yellow Pine wood is generally easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It has good nailing and screwing properties. It can be prone to splitting, so pre-drilling is recommended. The wood finishes well and accepts paint and stains easily. It has moderate dimensional stability but can be prone to warping and movement.