Varies but specifically in regards to deck material here is a general list.
Treated wood for decking frame.
Just about everywhere that wood will be exposed to moisture or to the outside environment.
As an alternative consider upgrading the decking and railings with composite materials bottom right.
Cedar doesn t readily absorb moisture and since moisture is what creates twisting and splitting cedar wood decking tends to lie flat and straight.
Building a deck frame is satisfying work and tolerant of minor errors perfect for the determined diyer.
The single most important framing member is the.
5 4x6s and 2x6s for decking.
Decking experts at the home depot state that pressure treated lumber provides greater strength and is less expensive than other deck materials.
Generally pressure treated aka pt wood is used in the construction of decks pergolas and sheds.
The planning is done your foundation is laid out and the piers are poured you re no doubt chomping at the bit to start sawing some wood.
If the natural look of wood is tops on your list use cedar for wood decking.
Treated wood is generally available as dimensional stock in 2x4s 2x6s 4x4s and 2x2s for rail components.
1x6x8 pressure treated 5 4 x 6 x 16 ground contact wood decking boards 5 4 in x 6 in wood decking boards 1x8 cherry board 2x4x10 doug fir lumber how doers get more done need help.
Pressure treated lumber top right is the standard material to withstand weather.
6x6s for support posts and plywood.
High quality outdoor wood is pressure treated with an effective preservative and.
The heartwood of the tree the deeper colored red part not the white sap part is rot resistant.
Most pressure treated lumber is wet when delivered directly from the store so you ll need to let it dry before staining typically for six months.
Offers warranted protection against termites and fungal decay is as durable yet more economical than cedar or durable grades of redwood and costs considerably less than plastic composites or tropical hardwoods.
Shop menards for ac2 pressure treated lumber that prevents decay and termites in a large variety of sizes for all your construction needs.
Typical dimensions of pressure treated wood.
The predominant species of treated wood is a regionally available softwood.
Treated boards decking lumber timbers at menards whoops.