Wood Species Parana Pine

Parana PINE

South America
Softwood
Non-durable

Paraná Pine (Araucaria angustifolia) is a softwood native to southern Brazil, valued for its straight, uniform grain and pale, attractive appearance. It typically ranges from creamy white to light yellowish-brown, sometimes with a subtle sheen. The wood has a fine to medium texture and is relatively lightweight compared to many hardwoods, yet offers good strength and dimensional stability when properly dried. It machines easily, takes nails and screws well, and finishes smoothly, although it has low natural durability and is not suitable for exposed exterior use without treatment.

In the timber industry, Paraná pine is widely used for interior joinery, furniture, mouldings, panelling and general carpentry. It is also commonly used in plywood, veneers, packaging, crates and light construction applications due to its workability and availability. In higher grades, it is selected for cabinetry and decorative interior work where a clean, uniform appearance is desired, making it a versatile utility softwood in both commercial and residential construction.

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