Southern Pine, Pressure Treated - Ground Contact, No. 1 & Better grade lumber. Often described as a 12 ft, 2 x 8 (nominal sizing), this product typically measures 1-1/2 in thick by 7-1/4 in wide. Appearance notes: Surfaced on 4 Sides.
Actual Length |
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12 ft |
Actual Thickness |
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1-1/2 in |
Actual Width |
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7-1/4 in |
Appearance |
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Surfaced on 4 Sides |
Grade |
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No. 1 & Better |
Nominal Length |
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12 ft |
Nominal Measurement |
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2in x 8in |
Nominal Thickness |
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2 in |
Nominal Width |
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8 in |
Seasoning |
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Pressure Treated - Ground Contact |
Species |
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Southern Pine |
- Southern Pine lumber has been popular since Colonial times and consists of four main species: longleaf, loblolly, shortleaf and slash; design values for Southern Pine are comparable to other softwood species used in residential and commercial construction
- No. 1 & Better grade lumber consists of many pieces of fine appearance suitable for exposed uses; the strength qualities of this grade make it desirable for use in almost all classes of heavy construction; this grade may also include grades “Better” than
- Pressure-treated with preservative agents to protect against termites, decay and rot; intended for above ground, ground contact, freshwater contact and saltwater splash
- The board has been surfaced smooth on all 4 sides