knotty pine

noun

: pine wood that has a decorative distribution of knots and is used especially for interior finish

Examples of knotty pine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The cabins, also built in the ‘30s and featuring original floor-to-ceiling knotty pine paneling, accommodate two, four, or six people. — Taryn Shorr-McKee, Midwest Living, 20 Sep. 2026

Backcountry Tiny Homes The interior measures 400 sq ft (37 sq m), which is around the same as a studio apartment, and has an attractive finish made up of natural tongue-and-groove knotty pine on the walls and ceiling, plus hardwood floors. — New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026

While many alpine hotels lean heavily on knotty pine and chalet nostalgia, Lefay takes a more refined approach. — Vicki Power, TheWeek, 14 Sep. 2026

Inside, the walls are clad in knotty pine, exuding a subtle, earthy aroma. — Brian Cicioni, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1898, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for knotty pine

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