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Norway Spruce
| Property | Norway Spruce Picea abies |
|---|---|
| Type | Softwood |
| Cost | $$ · Moderate |
| Hardness | 380 lbf |
| Workability | Good |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Imported (Europe) |
| Commonly built | Guitar soundboards, Piano soundboards, Framing lumber |
| Overview | The classic European tonewood spruce, used for guitar and piano soundboards for its stiffness-to-weight ratio. |