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What Size Does Plywood Come In?

October 25, 2024 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Plywood is such a versatile material its used for projects of all sizes: constructing skyscrapers and single-family homes, manufacturing cabinetry and furniture, building boats, tree houses, dog houses, bird houses, doll houses – you get the point.  Given the breadth of applications, plywood is manufactured from many species of wood across a range of standard […]

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Industry Jargon Revisited

June 27, 2024 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

I Think I Know What You Mean, But… Episode II: More of Your Jargon or Mine? Every profession and field of practice develops a language unique unto itself. While some acronyms and terms are specific to a field, others are used by two or more trades – albeit not always with the same meanings. In […]

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Industry Jargon

June 4, 2024 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

I Think I Know What You Mean, But… Episode I: Your Jargon or Mine? Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw observed that England and America are two countries separated by a common language. The same can be said of the communications between material specifiers, building products suppliers and lumber distributors. Every profession and field of practice […]

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Treated Wood: Differences and Applications

March 12, 2024 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Wood is a versatile, natural building material used for both structural and decorative purposes. While some woods are naturally resistant to decay and insects, most are not; and all wood is susceptible to fire. Given its historic and continued popularity in construction, it’s no wonder that finding ways to protect wood against its natural vulnerability […]

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Choosing Between Kiln-Dried and Fire-Treated Wood

February 5, 2024 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

Kiln-dried lumber and fire-treated wood are two different processes used to reduce moisture content in wood, but they serve distinct purposes and involve different methods, as described below. Kiln-Dried Lumber Process: Kiln-drying involves placing the wood in a large oven or kiln where temperature, humidity, and air circulation are controlled. Purpose: The primary goal is […]

new treated pine handrails on the gazebo fencing

The Hidden Benefits of Pressure-Treated Wood in Construction

January 23, 2024 by Curtis Lumber & Plywood

When constructing residential and commercial buildings, much more goes into the structure than just what is visible on the outside. Pressure-treated wood is a powerful option for buildings of any shape or purpose. Discover the types of pressure-treated wood used in construction to withstand threats posed by fire, water and insects to enhance long-term structural […]

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