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Helpful Lumber Facts

Customers have many questions when they are trying to do a job around the house. We have tried to anticpate those questions based on our experience. We hope the the information available here will be of use to not only the homeowner but a quick reference for contractors and experience do-it-yourselfers. At Evans we don't mind answering those questions, so feel free to ask our salepeople at anytime.

Wood Samples

RED OAK
The hardwood favorite of both consumers and craftsmen. Pale white in color with dramatic grain patterns in light pink to dard...
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Units of measure for lumber
Board Foot BD/FT. The basic unit of measure for lumber cut from a log is the board foot. A board foot contains 144 cubic inches of volume. It...
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Lumber Span Table
These Lumber Span tables will help you decide what size lumber you will need on your next project. Compare the No.1 Grade against the No.2 Grade....
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Actual Lumber Sizes
Wondered what size lumber you need for a certain job? To the left is a chart of actual lumber sizes. The next time you are trying to figure what...
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