As a softwood, it comes from coniferous trees and it grows at a fast pace compared to hardwoods.

It's not as dense as hardwoods, meaning the grain isn't tight, which gives it a lightweight feel.

Ranges from a white/yellow color to a red/brown color depending on the species, also has many knots within the grain.

​The trees are logged, and sent to sawmills strip the bark off the logs, then with a multi-step process, cut the logs down into different dimensions, depending on the use. 

Can either be cut into planks or blocks

Scraps are used for particle board or other byproducts

Some wood is left as larger pieces or chunks for furniture

To maintain the wood, avoid leaving in sun for long periods, on varnished surfaces use a damp cloth and reseal if needed, and on unvarnished surfaces, gently use a brush to remove debris

Transportation of pine has a lower carbon footprint compared to more exotic wood

Fast growth and carbon storage potential make it a sustainable wood

A relatively inexpensive wood with low life cycle costs because the wood can be reused and repurposed. 

The waste can also be reused, which helps to offset emissions released during harvesting and processing

Pine wood does have emissions, but it can depend on how new or old the wood is, temperature, humidity, and properties of the voc’s coming from the wood if there are any.