Where does Lowes get their lumber?

Home depot, Lowe's, ace hardware, etc. all get their wood from the same mills, the only difference is the companies that distribute that lumber. As far as 2x whitewood goes, it generally comes from Canada (canfor). Sheathing and plywood is typically locally sourced, coming from nearby lumber mills.

Considering this, where does Home Depot get their lumber?

Home depot, Lowe's, ace hardware, etc. all get their wood from the same mills, the only difference is the companies that distribute that lumber. As far as 2x whitewood goes, it generally comes from Canada (canfor). Sheathing and plywood is typically locally sourced, coming from nearby lumber mills.

Also, does Lowes have scrap wood? Both Home Depot and Lowe's have a scrap wood pile where you can find discounted wood that's perfect for your next Pinterest project. They'll also cut your wood for free, so don't hesitate to take advantage of this awesome service.

Then, does Lowe's carry lumber?

Lumber for Every Project From Lowe's Hardwood lumber is denser than softwood. We also carry all of the building supplies that often complement lumber purchases including power tools, fasteners, insulation, roof trusses and more. Get everything you need to get the job done, all in one place.

Is 84 Lumber cheaper than Lowes?

In general, The Home Depot has the lowest prices on lumber, and Lowe's prices are typically just a few cents more. Prices at 84 Lumber are typically higher than both national home improvement chains, but as it is primarily a lumber yard, you may find better quality wood at 84 Lumber stores.

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Are lumber yards cheaper than Home Depot?

Lumber can be cheaper from local lumber yards, for example Parr Lumber. The lumber from these yards is generally better, but at lowes/etc you can cherry pick more easily. Fastners are cheaper elsewhere if you're buying a significant amount of them.

What kind of wood is Home Depot common board?

Pine Common Board-458503 - The Home Depot.

Can you get lumber delivered?

Yes. For a nominal fee. Usually 65 dollars if you are requesting it be dropped off “curbside” you can expect it to be placed in front of your home or in the driveway. Since lumber requires a flat bed truck for delivery they tend to use a 3 wheeled “moffatt” forklift with all terrain tires.

Where does all the lumber come from?

In the United States, most trees destined to be cut into lumber are grown in managed forests either owned by the lumber company or leased from the government. After the trees have reached an appropriate size, they are cut down and transported to a lumber mill where they are cut into various sizes of lumber.

Is Home Depot wood FSC certified?

Today, we are proud to sell more Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood than any other North American retailer. Although The Home Depot sells less than 1% of all wood cut worldwide, our commitment to sustained forestry grows stronger.

What is common board Home Depot?

Product Overview

This lumber is for a wide range of uses from framing of houses to basic interior finishing applications. Boards can also be used for carpentry, hobbies, furniture, shelving, and general finish work. The wood has straight grain and has uniform texture.

What does a sawmill do?

A sawmill or lumber mill is a facility where logs are cut into lumber. Modern saw mills use a motorized saw to cut logs lengthwise to make long pieces, and crosswise to length depending on standard or custom sizes (dimensional lumber).

How long are 2x4 at Lowes?

Specifications

Series Name	N/A
Common Measurement (T x W)	2-in x 4-in
Common Length in Feet	8-ft
Common Length in Inches	96-in
Grade	Stud

What is Lowes treated lumber treated with?

Visit Lowes.com for more information. Severe Weather products are treated with either Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ) or Copper Azole (CA). For landscaping, walkways and other outdoor projects where lumber is exposed to the elements. Pressure treated to protect it from termite attack, fungal decay and rot.

How much does it cost to get wood cut at Lowes?

Can Home Depot/Lowe's help me cut wood to a desired size? Lowe's can but there are some differences between each store. Some will charge after the 3rd cut. Typically,it is $0.50 for each additional cut.

How much does a 10 foot 2x4 cost?

Lumber Prices: Estimating the Cost of Dimensional Lumber

Board	Stud*	10'
2x3
2x4	$1.90	$2.83
2x6	$3.70	$4.28

How much does a 2x10 cost?

Last Update: 10/20/2011 01:46 PM PST

	8'	12'
2x6	$3.36	$5.12
2x8	$5.08	$7.81
2x10	$6.21	$9.24
2x12	$7.58	$11.09

How much does a 8x8 wood post cost?

Supplier of quality Native Pine and Hemlock lumber since 1975

Long Timber Pricing by the Piece (18' - 22')
Size	18' Rgh	20' S4S
6x16	$225	$269
8x8	$132	$179
8x10	$166	$224

What lengths do pressure treated 2x4 come in?

Treated lumber is sold in common dimensional thicknesses and width, such as 2x4, 2x6, 4x4, etc. Some treated boards are available in long lengths—10', 12', even up to 16'—for building larger projects, such as decks.

How much does a 4x4 cost?

Ricky Beggs, editor at Black Book, researched a few pickup models for the cost variance between new 4x2 and 4x4 models at three years old. For new trucks, the MSRP premium for a 4x4 model is about $3,200 to $3,900. At three years old, the spread is $2,000 to $3,000.

What lengths does lumber come in?

It is thus possible to find 2×4s that are four, eight, and twelve feet in length. In Canada and the United States, the standard lengths of lumber are 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 and 24 feet (1.83, 2.44, 3.05, 3.66, 4.27, 4.88, 5.49, 6.10, 6.71 and 7.32 meters).

Does Lowes cut wood for you free?

Most of you already know that Lowe's offers free wood cutting. Apparently it takes up too much of employee's time to make all these small cuts (project cutting, as they put it), so now the policy is to only cut wood to fit into cars.