A guide to American softwood species

Sustainability—Quality—Versatility

Softwoods have been exported from the United States for over 400 years. Today, America is recognized worldwide as a sustainable source of top quality timber.

This popularity is based on:

• Standardization of sizes and stress ratings
• Quality control through the enforcement of a single
  unified grading system
• Strength and durability
• Suitability for preservative and fire-retardant treatments
• Construction standardization.