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Comprehensive Lumber Specifications

Access detailed technical specifications, pricing data, and sustainability information for hundreds of lumber products across North America.

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Dimensions & Grades

Standard lumber sizes, grades, and quality classifications for construction and woodworking.

Market Pricing

Current market rates and pricing trends for different lumber types and regions.

Sustainability Data

Environmental impact, certification status, and sustainable sourcing information.

Technical Properties

Strength characteristics, moisture content, and engineering specifications.

Lumber Specifications Database

Detailed specifications for 12+ lumber types used across North American construction and woodworking.

Southern Yellow Pine

softwood

Strong, hard, heavy softwood with distinct grain pattern and high density. Excellent nail-holding capacity and takes pre...

Common Sizes
2x4
2x6
2x8
+6 more
Applications
Structural framing
Decking
+5 more
Price Range
$3.00-5.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Douglas Fir

softwood

Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio with tight, straight grain. Known for excellent structural properties and dimension...

Common Sizes
2x4
2x6
2x8
+8 more
Applications
Heavy construction
Glulam beams
+5 more
Price Range
$4.00-6.50 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF)

softwood

Light-colored wood with straight grain and uniform appearance. Easy to work with and accepts paint well. Lightweight wit...

Common Sizes
2x3
2x4
2x6
+3 more
Applications
Light framing
Wall studs
+4 more
Price Range
$2.50-4.50 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Western Red Cedar

softwood

Natural decay and insect resistance without chemical treatment. Aromatic wood that weathers to an attractive silver-gray...

Common Sizes
1x4
1x6
1x8
+8 more
Applications
Exterior siding
Decking
+6 more
Price Range
$6.00-12.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Pressure Treated Pine

softwood

Chemically treated for rot, fungal, and insect resistance. Green or brown tint when new, weathers to gray. Available in ...

Common Sizes
2x4
2x6
2x8
+7 more
Applications
Decks
Fences
+5 more
Price Range
$3.50-6.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

White Oak

hardwood

Dense, strong hardwood with distinctive ray fleck pattern in quartersawn cuts. Closed cellular structure makes it water-...

Common Sizes
4/4 (1")
5/4 (1.25")
6/4 (1.5")
+4 more
Applications
Fine furniture
Flooring
+5 more
Price Range
$5.00-12.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Hard Maple

hardwood

Very hard, dense wood with fine, uniform texture. Cream to light reddish-brown color. Excellent shock resistance and abr...

Common Sizes
4/4 (1")
5/4 (1.25")
6/4 (1.5")
+3 more
Applications
Flooring
Butcher blocks
+6 more
Price Range
$4.00-10.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Redwood

softwood

Natural decay resistance without chemical treatment. Beautiful reddish-brown color that can be maintained or allowed to ...

Common Sizes
2x4
2x6
2x8
+8 more
Applications
Decking
Exterior siding
+5 more
Price Range
$8.00-18.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Eastern White Pine

softwood

Soft, light-colored wood with straight grain. Easy to work and holds paint exceptionally well. Low shrinkage and minimal...

Common Sizes
1x4
1x6
1x8
+7 more
Applications
Interior trim and molding
Paneling
+6 more
Price Range
$3.50-7.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Hickory

hardwood

Extremely hard and tough with highest shock resistance of domestic woods. Distinctive grain pattern with cream sapwood a...

Common Sizes
4/4 (1")
5/4 (1.25")
6/4 (1.5")
+1 more
Applications
Tool handles
Sports equipment
+6 more
Price Range
$3.50-8.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Black Walnut

hardwood

Rich dark brown heartwood with distinctive figure. Excellent dimensional stability. Works and finishes beautifully. High...

Common Sizes
4/4 (1")
5/4 (1.25")
6/4 (1.5")
+4 more
Applications
Fine furniture
Cabinetry
+5 more
Price Range
$8.00-20.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Black Cherry

hardwood

Light pinkish-brown that darkens with age and light exposure to rich reddish-brown. Fine, straight grain with smooth tex...

Common Sizes
4/4 (1")
5/4 (1.25")
6/4 (1.5")
+3 more
Applications
Fine furniture
Cabinetry
+5 more
Price Range
$5.00-12.00 per board foot
♻️ Sustainable
Certified

Technical Resources & Standards

Access industry standards, grading guides, and technical documentation to ensure proper lumber selection.

Grading Standards

NHLA, WWPA, and regional grading rules and classifications.

  • Hardwood Grading
  • Softwood Standards
  • Structural Ratings
  • Appearance Grades

Building Codes

Regional building code requirements and compliance information.

  • IBC Requirements
  • Regional Codes
  • Span Tables
  • Load Calculations

Sustainability Certs

Environmental certifications and sustainable sourcing standards.

  • FSC Certification
  • PEFC Standards
  • SFI Compliance
  • Carbon Footprint

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