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Wood species guide · Softwood lumber species
White Fir 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 nameAbies concolor
Janka hardness480 lbf
Average dried weight26 lb/ft³
Best fitUtility wood purposes
Overview
Why choose White Fir?
White Fir is a softwood lumber species. Its natural range is Mountain regions of the western United States. Used for utility wood purposes, plywood, pulpwood for paper and construction lumber.
Scientific nameAbies concolor
DistributionMountain regions of the western United States
ShrinkageRadial: 3.3%, Tangential: 7.0%, Volumetric: 9.8%, T/R Ratio: 2.1 More images | Identification
DurabilityIt is rated non-durable to perishable against decay and resists insects poorly.
White Fir colour, grain, and figure
Heartwood ranges from white to reddish brown, and the pale sapwood merges into it without a clear boundary.
Straight grain with a uniform texture between medium and coarse.
Working notes
Hand and machine tools generally work it easily, although drying defects may already be present or may develop as the wood dries. It takes glue, stain and finish well.
Abies firs can cause skin irritation, though serious reactions are rare.
White Fir should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for White Fir
Best projects
Used for utility wood purposes, plywood, pulpwood for paper and construction lumber.
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 White Fir 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.
White Fir FAQ
What is White Fir best used for?
Used for utility wood purposes, plywood, pulpwood for paper and construction lumber. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is White Fir 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 White Fir?
The buying section on this page links to any White Fir 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.