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The choice of timber 'species' (fir, pine, hemlock, cedar, oak, etc.) for a ceiling frame depends on many factors:
The first would the structure. Some woods are stronger than others. It the ceiling is covering a large space, a strong wood that comes in long lenghts, like Douglas Fir, would be a good choice. If the Spans are short, a weaker wood, like pine would be good.
The second is aesthetic. Douglas Fir is a good stable wood with a pretty grain, but it is slightly red in color. Some people love it, some people prefer a wood that is more blond, like Pine or Hemlock. Oak can have a golden or reddish color, but a a hardwood, it often twists and checks. The checking (splitting partially through a timber) makes the frame look rustic.
A third factor is exposure to the weather. Pine will rot over time if it gets wet. Hemlock, cedar, fir and oak are rot resistant. Pine has a nice pretty grain though, it takes stain well, and it is light and easy to work with.
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