Western Red Cedar, Green, No. 2 & Better grade lumber. Often described as a 6 ft, 0.625 x 5.5 (nominal sizing), this product typically measures 5/8 in thick by 5-1/2 in wide. Appearance notes: Rough Sawn Dog-Ear.
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Actual Length
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6 ft
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Actual Thickness
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5/8 in
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Actual Width
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5-1/2 in
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Appearance
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Rough Sawn Dog-Ear
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Grade
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No. 2 & Better
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Nominal Length
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6 ft
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Nominal Measurement
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5/8 x 5-1/2 in
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Nominal Thickness
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5/8 in
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Nominal Width
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5-1/2 in
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Seasoning
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Green
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Species
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Western Red Cedar
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- Western Red Cedar is popular because it’s attractive, durable and naturally resistant to rot, decay and insect attacks which means it’s often used in outdoor applications
- No. 2 & Better grade lumber is used in all general construction; this grade is designed for the many uses where higher strength properties are not needed and where serviceability is important; few defects are permitted and knots of any quality are allowed as long as they are well spaced and do not exceed size regulations; this grade may also include grades “Better” than No. 2
- Surfaced green – moisture content in excess of 19%
- The surface is rough sawn and the corners of the board have been cut at one end to create a common look of traditional style of fence