Grade Rules

Our Fir and Cedar product are band sawn green, full dimension with in 1/8th of an inch unless otherwise listed.

#1 Grade Rule

Our #1 grade is used in applications where both strength and visual appearance are of primary concern.
Our in-house grade meets and, in most cases, exceeds NLGA standard lumber grades for #2 structural. 
The follow defects are allowed on occasional pieces.
·        Knots – Of a sound tight quality.
·        Wane – Light for a short distance.
·        Splits – Half the width of piece.
·        Pin holes/Powder Worm – Occasional well scattered mainly on back face.
·        Shake – Light on one face.
·        Knot Holes – None.
·        Unsound wood – None

Common uses:

-         Deck’s.
-         High end fences and gates.
-         Pergola’s. 
-         Facia, Barge Board and Belly Bands.
-         Siding.
-         All other types of construction where a high-grade knotty appearance is required.

#2 Grade Rule

Our #2 Grade is used in applications where good structural value is required but visual appearance is not of primary concern.

Our in house #2 grade meets NLGA standard lumber grades for #2 structural.

The following defects are allowed.

·        Knots – Sound and intact.

·        Wane – Up to ¾ of the thickness for a short distance.

·        Splits – The width of piece.

·        Twist/Wrap – Light

·        Pinholes/Powder Worm – Scattered on one or both sides but limited to no effect on structural integrity.

·        Shake – Up to 2’ long if tight.

·        Knot Holes – Not over 1 ½ “ in 6” and wider.

·        Unsound Wood – Small pockets on reverse face.

 Common uses:

-         Fencing & Gates.

-         Rustic decks.

-         Agricultural buildings.

-         Landscaping.

-         Retaining Walls.

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