| Softwoods Held at Richard Potter |
The purpose of this page is to give our customers a very brief insight into the Softwood stocks held by Richard Potter. The page contains useful information about end uses, countries of origin, and available thicknesses, etc. All the information should be useful to everybody, but particularly to those who are not familiar with the Softwood Trade.
Members of our staff are always available to give further advice and information. |
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| Cedar (Western Red) |
Used outdoors where durability and a light weight are necessary. Ideal for greenhouses, portable buildings, shingles etc.
Price Range:
Medium
Thickness Available:
No stocks at this time |
Canada and USA |
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| Douglas Fir |
Sometimes called Columbian Pine. A strong softwood available in virtually knot free boards - very suitable for quality joinery.
Price Range:
Medium
Thickness Available:
38mm & 75mm |
Canada |
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| Parana Pine |
Parana Pine is no longer imported into the UK.
Price Range:
Medium
Thickness Available:
No longer available |
South America (Mainly Brazil) |
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| Pitch Pine |
A popular traditional timber - Church Furniture, Block Floors. Has many specialist uses including Boat building.
Price Range:
Upper
Thickness Available:
No stock at this time |
USA and Honduras etc. |
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| Redwood (Scots Pine) |
The principal timber used in Europe for Joinery and many other uses. Widely available in a good range of sizes.
Price Range:
Upper
Thickness Available:
25mm 38mm 50mm 63mm 75mm |
Scandinavia, Northern Europe, Russia |
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| Southern Pine (Sometimes called Southern Yellow Pine) |
An even textured, easily worked timber, for cabinet making, interior joinery etc.
Price Range:
Medium
Thickness Available:
25mm x 300mm only |
USA |
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| Whitewood |
Familiar to everyone as the Christmas Tree. Available in a good range of sizes. A cheaper alternative to Redwood.
Price Range:
Economy
Thickness Available:
22mm 47mm 75mm |
Scandinavia, Northern Europe, Russia |
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