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The majestic Eastern White Pine is the tallest of the pine species in North America with a rich history that played a crucial historical role in the colonial America, yet unknown to many. Trees 150 to 240 feet tall and trunks free of branches to heights of 80 feet or more were plentiful in the new world. The Royal Surveyors of King George I marked them with a blaze that became known as the King's Broad Arrow.

Read more about this historical fact under the "Lagniappe" tab!

 

Interpreting a Grade Stamp

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A lumber grade stamp will tell you much more than the grade of the lumber!  The moisture content, the species of wood, the mill number of the manufacturer, and the name or logo of  the agency that certified the lumber are important elements also contained within the stamp.To learn how to identify this information within a grade stamp, click here. 
 
For additional details on grade stamping and to view a variety of sample NELMA grade stamps, see Section 1 of the Standard Grading Rules for Northeastern Lumber booklet.