Beetle Kill Pine Furniture, Handmade in Colorado
Beetle kill pine has soft blue-gray streaks you will not find in any other wood. We build it into beds, tables and dressers in our Colorado shop and ship it free to the lower 48.
What Is Beetle Kill Pine?
Beetle kill pine comes from lodgepole and ponderosa pines killed by the mountain pine beetle. The beetle carries a fungus that stains the wood. As a result, the lumber shows natural blue, gray and silver streaks running through warm honey tones.
Importantly, the stain is only color. It does not weaken the wood. In fact, the Colorado State Forest Service has written about how finding good uses for beetle-killed wood helps forest management in Colorado.
No two boards streak the same way. So your beetle kill pine bed or table is truly one of a kind, and it is a little piece of Colorado.
Beetle Kill Pine vs. Classic Barnwood
| Beetle kill pine | Classic reclaimed barnwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Honey with blue-gray streaks | Weathered gray and brown |
| Texture | Smoother, planed | Rough, nail holes, saw marks |
| Best in | Modern rustic, bright rooms | Farmhouse, ranch, cabin |
| Price | Same as barnwood on most pieces | Same as beetle kill on most pieces |
Several of our pieces list beetle kill as an option, including the Wyoming platform bed, the rustic plank bed, our trestle tables and the rustic trim dresser. Want it on something else? Ask for a custom quote.
Shop Beetle Kill Pine Pieces
Call (970) 518-2883 to talk through sizes, wood and finish, or request a free custom quote. Every piece ships free to the lower 48 states.
Beetle Kill Pine Questions
Is beetle kill pine strong enough for furniture?
Yes. The blue stain is color from a fungus, not rot. Properly dried beetle kill pine works well for beds, tables and dressers.
Will the blue color fade?
The streaks are in the wood itself, so they last. A clear finish protects the color.
Is beetle kill pine eco friendly?
It puts trees that were already killed by beetles to good use, rather than cutting healthy trees for new lumber.
Can I mix beetle kill pine with barnwood?
Yes. Some customers like a barnwood frame with beetle kill panels. Call (970) 518-2883 to talk through it.
Let’s Build Your Piece
Every piece is handmade to order in Weldona, Colorado. Custom sizes, woods and finishes are welcome, and shipping is free to the lower 48 states.
(970) 518-2883