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Sequoia sempervirens

Coast redwood

Decay-resistant outdoor classic. Soft and lightweight; dents easily.

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Janka hardness450 lbf
Modulus of elasticity1.22 ×10⁶ psi
Specific gravity (oven-dry / green vol.)0.36
Total tangential shrinkage (green → 0% MC)4.4 %
Total radial shrinkage (green → 0% MC)2.6 %
WorkabilityEasy
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Try Coast redwood in the Shrinkulator or Sagulator.

Source: USDA Forest Products Lab, Wood Handbook (FPL-GTR-190).