Premium Softwood Timber
Quality softwood from sustainable forests worldwide. Ideal for construction, joinery, cladding, and furniture applications with excellent strength-to-weight ratios.
All Softwood Species (10)
Scots Pine (Redwood)
Pinus sylvestris
One of the most widely used commercial softwoods in Europe. Scots Pine offers excellent strength-to-weight ratio, good workability, and natural durability. Ideal for construction, joinery, and furniture applications.
Hardness
540 lbf (2,400 N)
Origin
Northern Europe, Scandinavia
Norway Spruce (Whitewood)
Picea abies
The most important commercial softwood in Europe. Norway Spruce is valued for its light color, straight grain, and excellent strength properties. Widely used in construction, packaging, and musical instruments.
Hardness
380 lbf (1,690 N)
Origin
Scandinavia, Northern Europe
Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii
One of the strongest and most versatile softwoods available. Douglas Fir combines exceptional structural properties with attractive appearance, making it ideal for heavy construction, timber framing, and architectural applications.
Hardness
660 lbf (2,940 N)
Origin
North America, Pacific Northwest
Western Red Cedar
Thuja plicata
The premier choice for exterior applications. Western Red Cedar offers exceptional natural durability, dimensional stability, and beautiful warm color without the need for chemical treatment. Perfect for decking, siding, and outdoor structures.
Hardness
350 lbf (1,560 N)
Origin
Pacific Northwest, North America
European Larch
Larix decidua
The most durable European softwood. European Larch offers exceptional resistance to decay and weathering, making it the natural choice for exterior cladding, decking, and marine applications without chemical treatment.
Hardness
590 lbf (2,620 N)
Origin
Central Europe, Alpine Regions
Sitka Spruce
Picea sitchensis
The world's largest spruce species, renowned for exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. Sitka Spruce is the premier choice for aircraft construction, musical instruments, and high-performance structural applications.
Hardness
510 lbf (2,270 N)
Origin
Pacific Northwest, Alaska, British Columbia
Radiata Pine
Pinus radiata
The world's most widely planted exotic softwood. Radiata Pine is valued for its fast growth, versatility, and excellent treatability. Ideal for construction, furniture, and manufactured wood products.
Hardness
460 lbf (2,050 N)
Origin
New Zealand, Chile, Australia
Western Hemlock
Tsuga heterophylla
A versatile North American softwood with light color and fine grain. Western Hemlock offers excellent machining properties and consistent quality, making it ideal for millwork, doors, and construction applications.
Hardness
500 lbf (2,220 N)
Origin
Pacific Northwest, British Columbia
Maritime Pine
Pinus pinaster
A robust European softwood known for its strength and natural resin content. Maritime Pine is widely used for construction, packaging, and treated timber products across Mediterranean regions.
Hardness
540 lbf (2,400 N)
Origin
Portugal, France, Mediterranean
Siberian Larch
Larix sibirica
Exceptionally durable softwood from the harsh Siberian climate. The slow growth in extreme conditions produces dense, naturally durable timber ideal for cladding, decking, and outdoor construction without treatment.
Hardness
680 lbf (3,020 N)
Origin
Siberia, Russian Far East
Why Choose Softwood?
speedExcellent Workability
Softwoods are easier to machine, cut, and shape compared to hardwoods. Their consistent grain structure makes them ideal for construction framing, joinery, and millwork applications.
ecoFast-Growing & Renewable
Most softwoods grow faster than hardwoods, making them a more renewable resource. Plantation-grown species like Radiata Pine offer excellent sustainability credentials.
constructionStructural Strength
Despite their name, many softwoods like Douglas Fir and Larch offer exceptional structural properties. They're the backbone of modern timber construction worldwide.
paymentsCost-Effective
Generally more affordable than hardwoods, softwoods provide excellent value for construction and utility applications while still offering beautiful appearance for visible installations.