Saturday, March 10, 2018

Southern Yellow Pine in Tall Wood Buildings


“It’s the wood that makes it good.” Yep, we know ya’ll have heard this phrase before. However, we wanted to reiterate this for your next deck or flooring project. If you are planning your new masterpiece, Southern Yellow Pine is as elegant as it is durable. In fact, this species of tall wood continues to soar in global popularity. Whether for interior or exterior applications, Southern Pine is truly an ideal choice for several reasons. This includes but is not limited to:

·        Sturdy, homegrown and durable for tall buildings or home-based projects.
·        Environmentally-friendly, strong and designed to stand the test of time.
·        The perfect wood for frames, flooring, paneling and decking.
·        Lavish, stylish and great for ceiling panels, porch flooring and gazebos.
·        Versatile, safe and compatible with all types of remodels, renovations and applications.

Yellow Pine Popularity

Yellow Pine grows across the South – from Maryland to Texas. In fact, this high-density wood is used extensively in home and commercial construction across the USA. From dimensional lumber to plywood products, Southern Pine is even strong enough to sustain wooden roller coasters and traditional utility poles. With this in mind, you have unlimited options available for your home or business building projects. Here are some ways you can utilize Southern Pine for decks, flooring and even interior jobs:

·        Pressure treated Southern Pine can create an exquisite, functional patio or deck.
·        Yellow Pine captures the allure and essence of down-home Southern living.
·        Southern Pine hardwood flooring is a great option for any new home or remodel.
·        Pine paneling for panel walls or a fun play set with Southern Pine timbers.

The Benefits of Southern Yellow Pine

Southern Pine is super strong and truly has a high density. This makes it the preferred choice for home construction and commercial softwood projects. From boardwalks and decks to gazebos, this is one of the hardest pine woods – with high footfalls – that holds nail better. Also, this pine species has low moisture content and amounts of shrinkage. This makes it the ideal solution, which is easy to work with using hand tools and machines.

While Yellow Pine is not suitable for steam bending, it is more versatile and stable than other types of wood. Similarly, you are assured aesthetically-pleasing, durable designs that will last for years – if not – generations to come. With this in mind, you won’t have to go back and redo parts of your project. Instead, you can enjoy quality time with loved ones, friends and pets on your new Southern Pine porch, deck or floor!