Ponderosa also ranks moderately high for ease of gluing and is used for all types of products where glued-up construction is required. The species is prized for moulding and for doors, windows, frames and drawers where durability undermovement is essential. It has the ability to withstand scuffs, shocks and jars without spliting, which makes it the premier wood for these and other applications such as sahes, jambs, shutters, screens, columns, stairwork and fascia. Paneling - Pine paneling is often associated with Early American decor in kitchens, family rooms, dens and bedrooms. However, new finishing techniques and patterns make it appropriate for contemporary or traditional settings.
Many patterns are reversible, offering a choice of pattern or surface finish in a single panel.
Most lumber dealers carry a limited selection of paneling patterns in stock, but can special order any of the standard patterns. Some dealers will arrange to have a unique pattern custom milled. Cabinetmakers and woodworkers appreciate the wood's uniform cell structure, scarcity of resin pockets, and resistance to splitting. Finished parts fit together snugly without binding. The lumber is easy to work with either hand or machine tools and converts readily into fine mouldings and cabinet work.