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Windsor Plywood has been a trusted source for specialty lumber and hardwoods across western Canada for decades. Our specialty lumber selection goes well beyond standard framing grades, offering premium domestic and imported hardwood species suited for fine furniture making, custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, and decorative woodworking projects of all scales. Species available include hard maple, red oak, white oak, walnut, cherry, birch, alder, poplar, and a rotating selection of exotic and figured hardwoods depending on current inventory. In addition to solid hardwood lumber, we carry live edge slabs, figured wood for tabletops and accent pieces, and hardwood plywood in species to match. Windsor Plywood staff are knowledgeable about the properties and working characteristics of each species and can help you select the right material for your specific application. Visit your local Windsor Plywood to browse current specialty lumber stock and discuss your project with our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is western white pine and how does it differ from other pines?
Western white pine (Pinus monticola) is a five-needle pine native to the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. It is one of the softest pines, with a fine, even grain, low resin content, and excellent workability. It is prized for interior millwork, patterns, and light construction applications where a clean, consistent softwood is required.
What are the main uses of western white pine?
Western white pine is used for interior millwork, door manufacturing, window components, pattern making, and general interior construction where a lightweight, easily worked softwood is appropriate. Its low resin content makes it one of the cleanest pines for painting and finishing. It is widely used in the door manufacturing industry across western Canada.
How does western white pine compare to eastern white pine?
Western and eastern white pine are related species with similar characteristics — both have low resin content, fine grain, and good workability compared to other pines. Western white pine grows larger and is more consistently available in western Canadian markets. Eastern white pine is the traditional pattern-making and millwork species in eastern Canada.
Does western white pine take finish well?
Yes. Western white pine's low resin content and fine grain make it one of the better pines for painted and stained finishes. A pre-stain conditioner is still recommended for stained applications due to pine's tendency toward uneven stain absorption. For painted applications, a quality primer applied uniformly produces an excellent result.
Does Windsor Plywood stock western white pine?
Windsor Plywood carries western white pine in select grades for interior millwork applications. Availability varies by location. Contact your local Windsor Plywood branch to confirm current stock and whether the dimensions required for your project are available.