Douglas fir (Plywood) works well with machines, but has a moderate blunting effect on cutters. The Douglas fir also accepts stains, glues, and finishes well. D fir species is known for their high performance against strong forces against harsh natural elements from winds, storms to earthquakes. Douglas fir is the first choice by architects and homebuilder looking for best in structural lumber with its dimensionally stable and universally recognized for its superior strength-to-weight ratio which is high specific gravity provides excellent nail and plate-holding ability.
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