Redwood scales

Heartwood colour can range from a light pinkish brown to a deep reddish brown. Sapwood is a pale white/yellow. Grain is generally straight, though figured pieces may be be wavy or irregular. Coarse texture and low natural luster. Typically easy to work with hand tools or machinery, but planer tear out can occur on figured pieces with curly, wavy, or irregular grain. Glues and finishes well.