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Have you ever wondered why a 2×4 doesn’t actually measure exactly 2 inches by 4 inches? U.S. lumber sizes come in four categories: boards (1-inch thick) dimension lumber (2-4 inches thick) timbers (greater than 5-inches thick), and radius edge decking (5/4 inches-thick with curved edges) The table above shows the difference between actual dimensions and what’s called nominal dimensions. But why is a 2″x4″, for example, not actually sized 2″x4″? Lumber mills typically saw logs into the above-mentioned actual dimensions but, as the timber is processed, the width and thickness of the end product is consistently less. Newly-sawn lumber, such as a 2×4, is soaking wet before kiln drying. It then shrinks as it’s dried and is further reduced in size after being planed from “rough” to “surfaced” lumber. As to lengths, an 8″, 10″, 12″ etc. foot length always measures as stated. Importantly, regardless of the moniker, the end product is consistently the same dimensions as required by U.S. grading rules. Fun fact: There were no standards on uniform lumber sizes in the U.S. in the 19th Century. Mills produced dimensions at their will, greatly confusing buyers and builders. Congress and the lumber industry settled on standardized sizes beginning in the 1920s, which we now see today.

Lumber mills typically saw logs into certain actual dimensions but, as the timber is processed, the width and thickness of the end product is consistently less. So why is a 2”x4”, for example, not actually sized 2”x4”? #southernpine #pine #lumber #dimensionallumber #wood #woodmanufacturing #lumbermanufacturing #buildwithwood

Softwood lumber prices are nearing lows not seen since pre-covid, and the question on many mill-operators minds remains; Will there be an out-of-season price rally in 2H24? That answer depends on the mix of end-products a mill is producing, and thus exposure to repair / remodel vs. new construction: Wholesale pricing for softwood 2-by lumber, the backbone of construction framing, was down -10% YOY in June 2024 after out-of-season price deceleration in 2Q24. The initial price dip in May 2024 lines up with a dip in single-family starts (down -0.5% in May 2024 vs May 2023). Softwood lumber less than 2-inches, more exposed to repair/remodel given it's usage in trim/molding, paneling, and siding did not see the same price deceleration as it is less exposed to single-family new construction. Additionally, we think repair/remodel is starting to 'turn a corner' (still not positive YOY, but nearing a positive mark). Alternative wood products (trusses, LVL, engineered wood) are also benefitting from a return to stability in R/R, but did not see the same level of price declines as less-than-2-inch lumber did during the steep R/R downturn in 2023. *Indices #jbrec #buildingproducts #lumber #timber #sawmill #woodproducts #2by4 #trusses #engineeredwood #veneer #repairandremodel #remodeling

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Working out what fastener and tube washer combination to use in a flat roofing application can seem complicated. 😵💫 That's why we created a simple and easy-to-read product selector table. How do you use it? 1. What's your build-up figure? If it's not a round number, round it up to the nearest number in the far left column 2. Read along the row to see the tube length you need, the drive bar length, and the fastener you need for different substrates 3. Need a quote? Register or login and add your products to your basket to get a quick quote. Or, go straight to checkout by following the steps online Try it now: https://buff.ly/44anIiE #SureFast #maximumreliability #minimumfuss #selectorguide #flatroofing

Why FAS standards in the wood industry challenge suppliers. 1. FAS standards require no rotten, bark pockets <10%, knots <10%, cracks but not exceeding 10% of length. This is a standard that is not easy to achieve for amateur wood workshops. 2. With a long production time, you understand that in order to filter a complete tree and cut it into pieces with few defects in the wood, you need to be knowledgeable about wood characteristics. Sometimes, even after sawing, you can know the tree. Does the wood meet standards? So for serious wood manufacturers, this is a concern. If it's just simple cutting, it can take 5-7 days to complete a 40ft container, but with FAS it takes 20-25 days. 3. Depreciation is large and no wood supplier wants to do it because it is too expensive, the depreciation rate can be over 50%, the beneficiaries are the customers. So not many wood suppliers are confident with FAS. 4. Invest in machinery and technical labor. Even cutting a slab, if done incorrectly, will break across the body and the slab will almost be thrown away. 5. The lack of understanding from customers and failure to guard against risks from manufacturers causes the two sides to misunderstand and not be able to find common ground. Therefore, manufacturers need to prepare a qualified amount of wooden logs to prevent production problems. 6. The price of raw wood is increasing but the FAS wood standard remains the same, so manufacturers themselves are still hesitant to set this standard. But this is a general trend and an extremely good segment that helps buyers optimize costs and save on production wear and tear. This is the direction of K-timber (HATC) in this period. #FAS #hardwood #woodangola #woodafrica #ktimber #buywood #importwood #highqualitywood #highend

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Wood pallet manufacturing often boils down to a string of choices before the production of the products themselves.  And for good reason: the choice of wood can make a big difference depending on the specific needs of the company ordering.  Softwood is lightweight, versatile, readily available, and cost-effective. We use it for short-term storage, export, or situations when we expect frequent replacements.  On the other hand, hardwood offers durability, strength, and is great for heavy-duty loads and long-term use.  We typically work with hardwood.  This is so because our clients' needs demand it.  Still, we're flexible and can create custom pallets using the wood type that best suits your operations.  In any case, there's no right or wrong choice - it's about understanding your requirements and forecasting the outcome you'd get.  And if you don't want to do that - we'll do it for you!