White Pine Lumber for Sale
Wisconsin’s #1 Sustainable Lumber Supplier
Menominee Tribal Enterprises (MTE) offers bulk and specialty White Pine lumber products with delivery across the United States. We take pride in being a sustainably sourced White Pine supplier and offer wholesale pricing on all of our lumber product offerings. Contact us today for all your White Pine lumber purchases.
Why Choose MTE Wood for White Pine Wood?
We guarantee consistent standards across our product line with strict quality control measures. Our experienced staff possesses extensive knowledge about the properties and applications of White Pine Wood, providing valuable insights to our customers. MTE is committed to environmentally responsible forestry practices, making us the ideal choice for White Pine Wood in Wisconsin.
White Pine Lumber Characteristics
White Pine (pinus strobus) is a large pine species native to the Midwest and Newfoundland. The Menominee forest’s cool, humid climate is ideal for the growth of this deciduous tree. Today, the Menominee Forest represents one of the few remaining old-growth forests containing harvestable levels of White Pine.
Eastern White Pine is a sustainable and easily workable softwood with a straight and even grain. Its color varies from light brown with a reddish hue to nearly white. As White Pine wood ages, its color tends to darken. White Pine wood stains beautifully and bonds well. In a free-growth environment, White Pine can grow at a rate of four feet per year and reach heights of 60-100 feet high with a 2-4 foot trunk diameter.
Eastern White Pine hardness is rated as 380 lbf on the Janka hardness scale, making it one of the softest woods. White Pine is a popular lumber for construction due to its accessibility and workability.
Quick Facts on White Pine
- Common Names: Eastern White Pine, Northern White Pine, Weymouth Pine
- Origin: Eastern North America
- Color: Light brown to reddish-brown heartwood, creamy white sapwood
- Average Weight: 25 lbs/ft³ (400 kg/m³)
- General Characteristics: White Pine is a soft, lightweight conifer known for its straight grain and easy workability. It has a relatively low density and is moderately strong for its weight. The wood is free of resin pockets and has a fine, uniform texture. White Pine is favored for interior woodwork, furniture, and construction due to its stability and versatility.
Common Uses Cases for White Pine
- Interior trim and millwork
- Furniture components
- Window and door construction
- Paneling and cabinetry
- Boxes and crates
- Pattern-making
- Exterior siding and decking (with proper treatment)
The Declining White Pine Population in Wisconsin
According to the DNR, the white pine population in Wisconsin has experienced a dramatic decline over the past few centuries. Once a dominant tree in the northern and central forests, extensive logging during the late 1800s Cutover Period removed most large white pines. This logging, coupled with subsequent fires, severely reduced the occurrence of white pine and limited seed sources for its re-establishment. Although the total white pine volume has more than tripled since 1983, there are concerning signs of continued decline.
The number of white pine seedlings has decreased alarmingly, indicating regeneration issues. While the number of saplings, poles, and sawtimber trees increased significantly since 2004, mortality rates have nearly doubled since 1996. Contributing factors include poor soils, soil compaction, heat and drought stress, flooding, diseases, and pests. The low wood density also makes white pine less desirable for biomass. Proactive strategies like promoting natural regeneration and planting efforts are crucial to sustaining this iconic Wisconsin tree species.
Supplying White Pine for Businesses Across Wisconsin
MTE proudly supplies White Pine lumber to businesses in cities throughout Wisconsin, including Appleton, Eau Claire, Green Bay, Madison, Manitowoc, Milwaukee, Oshkosh, Sheboygan, Waupaca and Wausau. Whether you're a manufacturer, contractor or woodworker, we have the high-quality White Pine products you need, delivered promptly to your location.
