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Identifying Common Softwood Types

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This segment categorizes the most common types of softwood lumber. 'SPF' stands for Spruce, Pine, or Fir, which is described as light, easily accessible, and commonly found in the Midwest. 'SYP' refers to Southern Yellow Pine, known for being heavy, excellent at holding nails, and originating from the South; it's often used for joists due to its density. Lastly, 'HEM-Fir' combines Hemlock and Fir, categorized as a medium-weight wood, accessible, and typically found in the West.

Goal: Learn about different types of common softwoods and their characteristics.

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  • Marker/Pen — Writing on the whiteboard
  • Pointer — Highlighting information about softwoods
  • Whiteboard — Listing and describing common softwood types

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break on those knots. Here are your most common softwoods. You have SPF, which is spruce, pine, or fir. SYP, southern yellow pine. And hem-fir is hemlocks or firs. SPF is more common in the Midwest. It's really light and it's accessible. Hem-fir is available in the west and it's more of a medium weight. Southern yellow pine is from the south. This is commonly used for joists and is a lot more dense than both of these woods. Let me drive some nails and

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