Lumber
Hardwood Grades
Lumber is graded by the percentage of defects in a given length and width of hardwood boards. Grades are listed from highest to lowest and are provided by the National Hardwood Lumber Association.
Wood Grade | FAS | SEL | 1Com | 2ACom | 3ACom |
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Miniumum Size | 6″ x 8′ | 4″ x 6′ | 3″ x 4′ | 3″ x 4′ | 3″ x 4′ |
Percent Clear | 83% | 83% | 66% | 50% | 33% |
Softwood Grades
C SEL Mostly clear of defects
D SEL Almost clear of defects, small knots
1 COM Highest quality with small knot appearances
2 COM Like 1 Common, but somewhat larger knots
3 COM Larger knots than 2 Common
Uses | C SEL | D SEL | 1 COM | 2 COM | 3 COM |
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Furniture | | | | ||
Shelving | | | | | |
Interior Trim | | | |||
Cabinets | | ||||
Flooring | | | |||
Paneling | | | | ||
General Woodworking Projects | | | |||
Fences | | ||||
Boxes & Crate | |
Engineered Wood
Experience the power of Versa-Lam laminated veneer lumber (LVL) beams and headers, BCI® Joists, and Versa-Stud® LVL framing. Versa-Lam LVL leads the industry with unparalleled bending strength and E-value, offering exceptional performance and extended spans for residential, light commercial, and multifamily projects. BCI Joists, boasting 20% greater strength than dimensional lumber, ensure consistency and reliability, while Versa-Stud LVL framing delivers strong, stiff, and straight walls with a high-quality finish. Engineered for superior performance standards and featuring waterproof structural adhesives, these products are the ultimate choice for any construction project.
Versa-Lam® LVL
When you need strength, long spans, and consistency, you need Versa-Lam LVL.
BCI® Joists
Lighter weight. Longer spans. And best of all — solid floors that last.
Versa-Stud® LVL
Straight, twist-resistant framing solution for tall walls and other demanding applications.
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