- I’m going to add a wall in one of the rooms of my house, what grade of board should I use.
If the wall wont be carrying any weight above it, you can use a light framing 2x4. The other option is a stud, which can be used for load bearing...
- Why is this 2x4 so much more expensive than these other 2x4s?
The quality is very different between the two. One is a Stud grade piece of lumber and the other is Utility grade. The Utility grade is much lower...
- Why is it called a 2x4 if it is really on 1-1/2”x3-1/2”?
The piece of wood started out 2x4, but the process of drying and planning made it smaller. How much it shrinks depends on whether the lumber...
- What kind of finish do you recommend for my redwood fence?
You have several different options. I recommend a product with a water repellent and a mildewcide. There are clear finishes and stains available...
- I’m building shelves and need some lumber that I can paint and that will look nice. What grade do I need?
I recommend an appearance- or finish-grade lumber in a prime...
- I’m building a wall. What grade of lumber do I need for studs?
I recommend a No. 2 grade economy...
- Do I still need to paint or treat my treated wood?
No wood is so naturally resistant to the weather as to make it maintanance-free. You should use protective finishes like water repellents to avoid...
- What type of nails should I use with redwood?
Use top quality, hot-dipped galvanized, aluminum alloy or stainless steel fasteners. These will not rust, corrode or discolor the wood or lose their...