Dimensional Lumber

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Lumber 1” thick and of varying widths and lengths. Most consumer inventories range from 1” x 1” to 1” x 12”, up to 12’ long. From...

Most redwood sold is heartwood and sapwood grade. Each type comes in several grades, from a fine finish appearance to a rougher, less attractive...

Has high strength, resistance to wear and holds fasteners well. It is often used in homes and other structures. Descriptions for this type of...

Lumber treated to resist weather, termites and fungus. Treatment involves chemical preservatives forced deep into the cells in the wood under...

Known for its ease of workmanship and nailing as well as strength and dimensional stability. Western lumber includes more than 15 commercially...

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