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301837041

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288639

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1001753849

2 in. x 4 in. x 8 ft. #2 Ground Contact Pressure-Treated Lumber

  • 2X the protection compared to Above Ground treatment
  • Treated for protection against fungal decay, rot and termites
  • Durable for your deck and outdoor projects
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Pressure-Treated Pine meets the highest grading standards for strength and appearance. This pressure-treated Ground Contact lumber must be used for applications where treated lumber is difficult to maintain, repair or replace. Treated lumber is critical to the performance and safety of an entire system or construction such as deck joists, beams and ledger boards. An additional benefit of treated lumber is its defense against rot and insect infestation for its vast majority of applications. Southern yellow pine is responsibly manufactured, safe, and environmentally friendly when used as directed.Treated wood is typically still wet when it's delivered to The Home Depot or job site. As it dries, you should expect slight changes in width and length. As lumber dries, it may split, cup and warp. This is more likely to occur to occur in lower-grade boards, where knots and uneven grains are already present. Each piece of lumber is unique and carries physical characteristics that may include the following: knots, warping, shrinkage, swelling and/or splitting.
  • Made of southern yellow pine
  • Ground contact treated lumber can be used in both above ground and ground contact exterior applications
  • Backed by a lifetime limited warranty against termite infestation and rot
  • 2 in. x 4 in. x 8 ft.
  • Must use ground contact pressure treated lumber where lumber is at risk for poor air circulation, less than 6in. from the ground, or has poor or no water drainage below the structure
  • Ground contact treated lumber should be used in tropical climates or applications likely to have prolonged contact with vegetation or leaf litter
  • Ideal for a variety of general uses including exposed structures, sill plates, decks, docks, ramps and other outdoor applications
  • Uniform thickness, density and appearance for stable and long lasting performance
  • Hot-dip galvanized fasteners are recommended
  • Individual pieces of pressure treated lumber will reference Ground Contact on the end tag
  • No two pieces of lumber are the same.
  • Color, grain pattern and texture will vary as well.
  • Use #2 grade lumber when both appearance is not the most important to you project.
  • May have wane (bark edge) on corners
  • Use #2 grade lumber when strength is the main feature you are looking for on your project.
  • Find everything you need to complete your decking project here
  • Note: product may vary by store
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Questions & Answers

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Q:is it safe to use for a vegetable garden raised bed
by|Mar 26, 2020
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A:  Yes

by|May 12, 2020

    A:  Andrea, These posts are safe to use for a raised garden bed.

    by|Nov 25, 2020

      A:  Yes it’s ok I would recommend go 3 stack up Thanks

      by|Apr 2, 2020

      A:  Not if you are going organic, the wood contains copper azole to prevent rot

      by|Mar 20, 2022
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      Q:can this be used to frame a basement?
      by|Jan 17, 2019
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      A:  This lumber can be used for your desired application as long as it is compliant with your local building codes.

      by|Jan 18, 2019

        A:  Yes, generally for toe boards

        by|Aug 22, 2020

        A:  Just make sure you buy yourself on the shop.. and not online. So you can pick good lumber and not the piece of crap they send you when you buy online

        by|Sep 29, 2021
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          A:  Depends on your local code and if your trying to use it as a load barring wall

          by|Feb 13, 2019

            A:  Yes. These are intended for use as studs in framing in moist locations or where the board will be in ground contact.

            by|Jul 3, 2019

              A:  Yes you can

              by|Apr 2, 2020
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              Q:Will they cut these for me?
              by|Sep 5, 2018
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              A:  Yes, these can be cut inside the store

              by|Aug 22, 2020

              A:  The Home Depot store I shop has a stock of lumber pre-cut to various lengths (multiples of 2 feet). The store also has facilities to cut lumber to length for customers. All stores may not have these same facilities. Call ahead to be sure what's available. Also, be aware that if the store has the facility to custom cut lumber, they cannot make "precision" cuts. In other words, if you're looking for something cut to 29 inches (give or take a quarter of an inch) they probably be able to help you, but if you want something cut to 29 & 15/64 inches, they will not be able to accommodate such a request.

              by|Jul 4, 2019

                A:  They should you just need to ask someone in lumber and give them a size

                by|Feb 13, 2019

                  A:  Yes to yiur length. Some home depot my charge a tiny bit for cutting , but not much.

                  by|Apr 2, 2020

                  A:  Yes, please contact your local lumber associate to discuss special order options.

                  by|May 6, 2023
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                    Q:what is the weight ?
                    by|Aug 5, 2018
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                    A:  Depends on how wet they are, a wet 2x4 can be about 15 pounds or more

                    by|Aug 22, 2020

                    A:  One board weighs about 15 lbs.

                    by|May 5, 2023

                      A:  Depending the length that you buy

                      by|Apr 2, 2020
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                      Decent it’s not high quality but if it’s being used behind other materials it’s good
                      Decent it’s not high quality but if it’s being used behind other materials it’s good
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                      Bought 60 pcs to use as rail on my fence they were pretty straight and that was key
                      Bought 60 pcs to use as rail on my fence they were pretty straight and that was key
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                      Wow is all I can say for how bad these boards are! This is at least the 3rd time ordering and the...
                      Wow is all I can say for how bad these boards are! This is at least the 3rd time ordering and the quality of the lumber just gets worse. Cracked boards, covered in bark still, warped and just plain ugly wood. We are going to have to reconsider where we purchase the lumber for our fences .
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                          Straight, worked well
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                            I know I have no control over the lumber they...
                            I know I have no control over the lumber they pick, but I was hoping to get at least a few solid boards with few flaws.
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                              The wood was wet and was given some that have...
                              The wood was wet and was given some that have damages to them.
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