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Wood species guide · Softwood lumber species
Longleaf Pine is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific namePinus palustris
Janka hardness870 lbf
Average dried weight41 lb/ft³
Best fitConstruction for joists
Overview
Why choose Longleaf Pine?
Longleaf Pine is a softwood lumber species. Its natural range is Southeastern United States, with extensive plantations as well. It is commonly used in construction for joists, piles, poles, roof trusses and stringers, and indoors for subflooring and sheathing.
Scientific namePinus palustris
DistributionSoutheastern United States, with extensive plantations as well
ShrinkageRadial: 5.1%, Tangential: 7.5%, Volumetric: 12.2%, T/R Ratio: 1.5
DurabilityHeartwood has a moderate rating for resisting decay.
Longleaf Pine colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood is reddish brown and the sapwood is yellowish white.
The grain is straight, with a texture from fine to medium.
Working notes
Resin tends to build up on tools and load up sandpaper, but otherwise most tools cut it fairly well. It glues and finishes well.
Some woodworkers have reported skin allergy reactions or asthma-like symptoms when working with pine.
Longleaf Pine should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Longleaf Pine
Best projects
It is commonly used in construction for joists, piles, poles, roof trusses and stringers, and indoors for subflooring and sheathing.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Longleaf Pine from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
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If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Longleaf Pine FAQ
What is Longleaf Pine best used for?
It is commonly used in construction for joists, piles, poles, roof trusses and stringers, and indoors for subflooring and sheathing. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Longleaf Pine beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Longleaf Pine?
The buying section on this page links to any Longleaf Pine Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.