Douglas Fir is North America’s most plentiful softwood species. It is among the strongest and hardest softwood species and possesses a light rosy color that is set off by its handsome grain pattern. Fir is unique among all softwood species in that it is naturally dimensionally stable, having the ability to season well in position. The tough fiber makes it difficult to work with hand tools. However, it responds very well to sharp power tools and machines to an exceptionally smooth, glossy surface. Douglas Fir is a top choice for structural and decorative beams. Hood Distribution – The McQuesten Group offers green and kiln dried S4S stock as well as green full rough timbers.

Architects and designers have long appreciated the rich visual quality of Douglas Fir and woodworkers have long appreciated its excellent response to fine craftsmanship and finishing. Douglas Fir is often sawn to expose its vertical grain. This is a technique of positioning the log to a certain degree off perpendicular to the saw. This method produces a cut that reveals a uniform straight grain running the length of the board. The light rosy color of Douglas Fir, which darkens over time when exposed to UV rays, is highlighted when vertical grain cuts are utilized.

Milling

Our Billerica yard services all of New England with our very unique and diversified milling operation. Our equipment includes a Woods 4 side planer, a Yates-American Bandsaw and a Yates-American 4 side timber sizer. This machinery enables us to saw any timber to your desired size and specifications. We are also able to surface timbers as well as run a tongue and groove pattern in 2", 3" and 4" stock. Custom milling of your stock is another option we offer.

We carry a full inventory of Douglas Fir including 2" dimension, 4x4 through 4x12, 6x6 and 6x8 as well as timber 6x10 through 14x16 up to 40' long. All our Douglas Fir travels by railcar from the Pacific Northwest.

Green S4S Stock

2x10 #2&Btr 30', 32'
2x12 #2&Btr 30', 32'

4x8 #1&Btr 100%FOHC, FOW "Premium Exposed" 8', 12', 16', 20', 24'
4x10 #1&Btr 100%FOHC, FOW "Premium Exposed" 8', 12', 16', 20', 24'
4x12 #1&Btr 100%FOHC, FOW "Premium Exposed" 8', 12', 16', 20', 24'

6x6 #1&Btr 100% FOHC, FOW "Premium Exposed" 8', 10', 12', 16', 20', 24'
6x8 #1&Btr 100% FOHC, FOW "Premium Exposed" 8', 10', 12', 16', 20', 24'

KD S4S Stock

2x6 Select Structural 16', 20'
2x8 Select Structural 16', 20' #2&Btr 26', 28'
2x10 Select Structural 16', 20' #2&Btr 26', 28'
2x12 Select Structural 16', 20' #2&Btr 26', 28'

4x4 #2&Btr Pulled for Appearance 8', 10', 12',16',20'
4x6 #2&Btr Pulled for Appearance 8', 10', 12', 16', 20', 24'

Green Full Rough Timbers

All #1&Btr 100% FOHC- 8'-40' lengths
6x10
6x12
8x8
8x10
8x12

All #1&Btr 8'-40' lengths
10x12
12x12
14x16

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Rosboro Select Joist

Graded well beyond the industry standard, the Rosboro Select Joist delivers a premium quality wood joist with a solid edge. It is kiln dried to a low and consistent 15% moisture content, which virtually eliminates differential shrinking and swelling. Each piece is performance tested for fiber strength and density, and is subjected to stringent grading standards. Only lumber that meets strict MSR 1.8E 1500 fb criteria is considered for Rosboro Select Joist. That means strength, stability, easier installation, less culling, fewer callbacks, and consistent long-term performance.

Our inventory consists of the following:
2x10x12', 14', 16', 18' and 20'
2x12x12', 14', 16', 18' and 20'

Link: http://www.rosboro.com

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Special Orders

Douglas Fir can also be special ordered FOHC, Free of Wane, Special Sizes, Select Structural in all sizes, and Kiln Dried.

KD Douglas Fir Uppers

The C&Btr grade represents clear and nearly clear Douglas Fir products. Upper grade Douglas Fir may be specified as vertical or flat grain. When unspecified, a combination of vertical and flat grain (mixed grain) is shipped. Upper grade Douglas Fir is often utilized as flooring, paneling, interior trim, and cabinet work where rich, elegant appearances are desired.

5/8x4 C&Btr Ceiling Mixed Grain
5/8x4 C&Btr Ceiling Vertical Grain
5/8x6 C&Btr Ceiling Mixed Grain
5/8x6 C&Btr Ceiling Vertical Grain

1x4 C&Btr Center Matched Flooring Mixed Grain
1x4 C&Btr Center Matched Flooring Vertical Grain
1x4 through 1x12 C&Btr S4S Vertical Grain

2x2 through 2x12 C&Btr S4S Vertical Grain

4x4, 4x6, 6x6 C&Btr S4S Vertical Grain

5/4x4 C&Btr Center Matched Flooring Mixed Grain
5/4x4 C&Btr Center Matched Flooring Vertical Grain
5/4x4 through 5/4x8 C&Btr S4S Vertical Grain
5/4x12 C&Btr Stepping Mixed Grain