Dressed all round radiata is commonly used in furnishing and general construction applications. It is a large softwood tree common in plantations to many areas in the world including South Africa, Chile, New Zealand and Australia. This material is relatively easy to work with and is prone to twist and bow due to its twist prone core.
Botanical name for Radiata - Pinus radiata
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| Density kg/m3 dry | 500 |
| Hardness (janka) kN | 2.8 |
| Colour | Pale yellow-brown |
| Finish | Good |
| Stability | Good |
| Durability | Non-durable |
| Availability | Available |
