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And even then, it can vary by +/- 1/8". (I don't know if this is due to shrinkage from drying, or if they are deliberately milling it smaller to get more linear
by tsomctl 10y ago
And even then, it can vary by +/- 1/8". (I don't know if this is due to shrinkage from drying, or if they are deliberately milling it smaller to get more linear feet.)
- imglorp 10y agoMore than that. It's 2x4 when cut wet, but shrinks to 1-1/2 x 3-1/2 when dry(er). Note that it will continue to grow and shrink over its life as humidity changes. I don't try to figure out their fake dimensions; I just measure and buy what fits. Oh, and this is why composites like MDF and plywood are better sometimes.