Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF)

We have the flexibility to produce almost any lumber product

Made from Red Spruce, White Spruce, Black Spruce, and Balsam Fir, these lumber products are sold together as SPF. Eastern SPF species tend to grow slower, contributing to the strength of the lumber. The softwood trees in Nova Scotia are tall and straight, creating high-quality lumber with tight wood grain and small knots.

Advanced, Innovative Technology and Equipment at Freeman Lumber Nova Scotia

Why SPF Lumber is the Natural Choice

  • High strength and light weight make it the ideal choice for many uses

  • Holds nails and fasteners exceptionally well

  • Small tight knots

  • Kiln drying ensures dimensional stability

  • Environmentally superior to steel, concrete and plastic

  • Suitable for industrial construction due to its strength, ease of handling, and versatility

  • Popular choice for structural lumber, wood framing, sheathing and trusses in houses, apartments, and commercial buildings

  • Broad range of applications including stair treads, exterior decking, pressure treated products, outdoor furniture, wooden crates, reels and other industrial packaging.

About SPF

  • SPF available in three lumber grades – No Premium Pulled (NPP), #2 & Better, and #3 & Better.

    All SPF grades are certified in accordance with National Lumber Grades Authority (NLGA) standards and regularly inspected by the Maritime Lumber Bureau.

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    • 4-inch to 12-inch square timbers from 8 to 16 feet long

    • Premium grade products

    • Available in dressed or rough finish

    • Heat-treated or green lumber

  • Our modern sawmill, kiln-drying and planing facilities produce consistent, top-quality SPF products. We meticulously kiln-dry our wood to ensure uniform drying, consistent quality and compliance with all international plant health standards (KDHT).