Wood

Wood

Property Pinus Wood Eucalyptus Wood
Botanical Name Pinus spp. Eucalyptus spp.
Density 350-700 kg/m³ 500-1200 kg/m³
Hardness Softwood Hardwood
Color Pale yellow to light brown Light to dark brown
Grain Straight, sometimes wavy or spiral Interlocked, sometimes straight
Texture Medium to coarse Medium to coarse
Workability Easy to work with, machines well Difficult to work with, can be challenging
Durability Moderate to low (depends on species) High (depends on species)
Uses Construction, furniture, paper, plywood Flooring, furniture, construction, paper
Shrinkage Low to moderate High
Resistance to Decay Low to moderate Moderate to high
Resistance to Termites Low to moderate Moderate to high
Specific Gravity 0.35-0.55 0.55-0.95
Modulus of Rupture 40-80 MPa 80-120 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity 8-13 GPa 12-20 GPa
Crushing Strength 25-50 MPa 40-70 MPa