Spruce is a very important lumber because of its high yield potential and light color.  It has a creamy, almost white color, which is similar to maple, but is more economical than maple and an even texture with a consistent straight gran.  It stains well and is thus used for kitchen cabinets, picture frames, molding, furniture, musical instruments (pianos and violins), plywood and railroad sleepers. Spruce is also used as wood pulp in paper making.