Nordic Pine (Scots Pine): a Scandinavian wood with unique qualities
Nordic Pine, or Scots Pine, from its botanical name Pinus Sylvestris, is a wood species native to Scandinavia, growing above 57° latitude North. Nordic Pine or Pinus Sylvestris is a distinctive pinkish to reddish-brown wood, with growth rings forming a contrasting grain. Native to cold regions, it has narrow, regular rings. Sapwood is cream-colored, with broad, less marked veining. The grain is straight and moderately fine, and the knots are brown, large and often crown-shaped.
