Softwood

Scandinavian Whitewood

Scandinavian Whitewood consists of kiln‑dried and planed structural beams and battens, available with FSC® or PEFC® certification. Through technical drying (KD – Kiln Dried), the wood becomes more dimensionally stable, lighter, more uniform and better suited for structural applications.

As one of the most widely used softwood species in Belgium, Scandinavian Whitewood is appreciated for its pale colour, fine grain and excellent workability. The wood originates from sustainably managed Northern European forests.

Delivery subject to stock availability.
Free pick up in our warehouse at Zottegem.
Shipping within Europe possible.

Available dimensions and thickness
- Thickness (mm): 16 – 19 – 22 – 25 – 32 – 38 – 44 – 50 – 63 – 75
- Widths (mm): 75 – 100 – 125 – 150 – 175 – 200 – 225
- Lengths (mm): 3000 – 3600 – 3900 – 4200 – 4500 – 4800 – 5100 – 5400
- Weight: Approx. 450 kg/m³
Qualities
Advantages of Scandinavian Whitewood KD
- Improved dimensional stability through technical drying
  Kiln drying significantly reduces movement, limits surface cracking and ensures better stability during installation.
- Lightweight & easy to handle
  Scandinavian Whitewood is lighter than many other coniferous species, resulting in easier handling, transport and processing.
- Cost‑effective & widely available
  One of Europe’s most common structural softwoods — sustainable, economical and versatile.
- Aesthetic pale colour & fine grain
  Whitish to cream‑coloured with small, sound knots that are less pronounced than in Pine, making it suitable for both finishing and structural use.
- Sustainably sourced
  Available with FSC® and PEFC®, harvested from well‑managed Scandinavian and Baltic forests.
Applications
These rough‑sawn structural battens in durability class 3–4 are suitable for non‑visible structural applications such as:
- Timber Frame Construction
  Studs, plates and uprights in wall and roof elements.
- Roof Structures
  Load‑bearing trusses, rafters and purlins.
- Ceiling Frameworks
  Light, stable and easy to install.
- General Structural Use
  Wherever light, stable and cost‑efficient battens are required.
Technical specifications
General
- Species: Vuren — Picea abies
- Origin: Norway, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Baltic States (Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania), Poland
Physical Properties
- Average density: ± 450 kg/m³
- Colour: Whitish to cream; heartwood and sapwood visually difficult to distinguish
- Knots: Small to medium, typically sound and easier to machine than Pine knots
Mechanical Properties
- Bending strength: ± 71 N/mm²
- Modulus of elasticity: ± 10,000 N/mm²
- Compression strength: ± 45 N/mm²
- Shear strength: ± 6.5 N/mm²
Shrinkage & Movement
- Radial shrinkage: ± 0.8–0.9%
- Tangential shrinkage: ± 1.5–2.0%
Durability & Fire
- Natural durability class: 4
- Reaction to fire: D‑s2,d0
Certifications
- FSC®, PEFC®, ISPM15, CE