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Lumber has different Wood Grades?
Why the different grading system?
The lumber industry isn't uniform and neither are lumber people. It can be confusing trying to decide between Mill Select STK and TK - Select Tight Knot only to realize they are essentially the same thing. The lumber industry doesn't do this on purpose and their have been efforts to unify the grades. Don't be surprised when a mill in Indiana USA uses different terms then one in British Columbia, Canada. This is why we need to know exactly what wood you want and what wood you have been quoted. 4,000 sqft of Near Clear can be double the price of Mill Select STK or TK - Select Tight Knot. People often think they are getting a great deal only to be delivered a lower grade wood.
Western Red Cedar Grades
Clear
Mill Select STK
Near Clear
Best grade available usually 30% more than Near Clear.
Near Clear
Mill Select STK
Near Clear
The biggests price jump in wood is going from Mill Select to Near Clear as Near Clear is about twice as much.
Mill Select STK
Mill Select STK
Mill Select STK
Similar to tight knot below will have smaller and tighter knots than Customer Select.
Customer Select
Mill Select STK
Mill Select STK
Cheapest option and most readily available.
Western Red Cedar Grades
CVG - Clear Vertical Grain
CVG - Clear Vertical Grain
CVG - Clear Vertical Grain
CVG lumber is a top-tier choice for builders, architects, and homeowners seeking the highest quality in building materials. Its unparalleled aesthetic appeal sets it apart, with its fine, straight grain and uniform texture adding elegance and sophistication to any project. Beyond its visual allure, this high-grade lumber offers superior durability and longevity, being naturally resistant to decay, moisture, and insect damage.
A & Better Clear
CVG - Clear Vertical Grain
CVG - Clear Vertical Grain
Western Red Cedar A and Better Clear lumber represents the highest standard of quality in the industry. Each piece is carefully selected and graded to ensure it meets or exceeds our stringent criteria. With minimal knots and defects, this lumber provides a clean and consistent appearance, allowing you to achieve flawless results in your projects. Allows for two small sound tight knots.
C & Better Clear
CVG - Clear Vertical Grain
C & Better Clear
High Quality lumber for use where appearance is important. In addition to interior and exterior trim, lumber of this grade is used for cabinetry, doors, windows, and similar applications. C and Better Clear grade is one of the most sought-after products from the clear portion of the log. It is widely used for high-quality interior trim and cabinet work with natural, stain or enamel.
D & Better
TK-Select Tight Knot
C & Better Clear
Has many of the fine appearances of C select grade…is between the higher finishing grades and the Board grades as many pieces have a finish appearance on one side, the reverse side showing larger or more numerous characteristics.
TK-Select Tight Knot
TK-Select Tight Knot
TK-Select Tight Knot
Has a lot of personality and is used on siding , interior paneling and virtually any application. The knots and other natural features define the visual character of this grade. In this grade the knots are sound and tight.
Douglas Fir Grades
SS Select Structural
SS Select Structural
SS Select Structural
SS Douglas Fir Select Structural grade lumber. With its exceptional strength, reliability, and versatility, this lumber is the perfect choice for discerning builders and craftsmen.
#1 and Better
SS Select Structural
SS Select Structural
#1 and Better Grade lumber pieces of fine appearance suitable for exposed uses. The strength qualities of this grade make it desirable for use in almost all classes of heavy construction.
#2 and Better
SS Select Structural
#2 and Better
#2 Post and Timbers are used in all general construction, designed for many uses where serviceability is important. Characteristics may include – seasoning checks; grain: medium; knots: sound, not firm fixed, unsound knots are limited to 1/2 the size of other knots; pitch streaks, shake, skip, stain, torn grain and wane.