Quote Originally Posted by wilomn View Post
I've never had a problem with pine.

I also always use some sort of sealant. Also, most plywood or trim is not real fresh, not reaking of pine and not sticky with sap. Sure, you'll get that piney smell when cutting but it doesn't last long.

There seems to be some sort of growing movement against pine but I have no clue why. I have never had a problem with it.
I would assume, since you would be sealing it anyways, it should not cause any problems.
I have heard that there are supposively strong toxic oils in pine (hence, why you should not use it for reptiles or rodents in bedding) which I can understand more with a shredded product, but not as much with a plywood. I was always curious about it though, because I used pine with rodents for years without issues.

Also, Wes, the redwood thing is new to me. Clear me up on this?