Ripping Lumber Will Likely Change the Grade
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Ripping Lumber Will Likely Change the Grade
- All softwood lumber used for structural applications in the United States today is produced in accordance with U.S. Department of Commerce Voluntary Product Standard PS 20-05.
- Grading rules for lumber consider the extent, location and number of various characteristics that determine the quality of piece of lumber.
- If it appears that ripping lumber is the only alternative, hire a certified lumber grader to re-grade the material.
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