Questions and Answers for 2 in. x 2 in. x 8 ft. Furring Strip Board

A:  yes unless the wind catches the sail and decides other wise.

A:  It's pine and generally not very good quality

A:  IIt should be pine. We bought pine for our project.

A:  pine or a variant

A:  you should contact your local home depot pros desk about any bulk purchase questions.

A:  yes but your going to want to stain, seal or paint them.

A:  No, they are for interior usage

A:  Steve: No. Fence posts should be sunk into the ground and, consequently, need to be treated for ground contact. These are not treated. Also, the boards are actually closer to 1.5" x 1.5" and wouldn't be sturdy enough to adequately secure a fence. Consider using pressure treated 4x4s with are actually about 3.5" x 3.5" if you're building a wood fence.

A:  Note: product may vary by store this lumber is called "SPF" which stands for Spruce, Pine or Fir

A:  Pine

A:  yes it will.

A:  yes it will hold but not very strong..

A:  please refer to your local building codes as it differs from location to location.

A:  Yes, it will hold drywall.

A:  No. Not if you use the proper wood screw

A:  as long as the screws are not to large..

A:  Depends on the size of the screws and how close you get to the end. I had no issues with splitting while using 3/8" width, 1" long wood screws.

A:  Mine didn't, worked fine with nailing

A:  NO!!

A:  yes if constructed properly.

A:  I wouldn't recommend it unless you use several of them and reinforce.

A:  rounded

A:  The pieces have squared corners and straight edges.

A:  These furring strips have square edges.

A:  This product varys by location as it is made by various manufactures, since they all make the wood differently, you would have to check your local home depot to see which type they are selling.

A:  kinda rounded edges..

A:  I don't want to burst your creative bubble, but this is important... Please... for your peace of mind and your child's safety... DO NOT use this lumber to make a ladder. This type of lumber is meant for nailing flat sheets of paneling, NOT supporting loads... especially live loads of active children. Even though it might support enough static weight, that depends on HOW the ladder is designed, what joinery you use, and the environment. It is NOT a simple matter of joining sticks together. Furring strips may support 50 lbs now, but this is NOT the right type of lumber for supporting live loads. And remember, kids grow... then their weight increases. What may be marginally "good enough" today will be rickety and dangerous in a year... especially if this kiln dried lumber is left outside such as in a tree-house. If you are planning to build something fun for kids, check local building codes and consult with experienced carpenters or even engineers at any certified architect office. Although that is a nuisance, it will save you grief. Even if this was used indoors for a short ladder, you'd need well-designed bracing and proper grain orientation to make it secure for ANY significant weight-load. There is also the issue of splinters and finishing. Wooden ladders are NEVER painted for a reason: We must always be able to SEE when wood develops unsafe cracks, splits or other defects. That is not a matter of "if," but "when." Wood will ALWAYS fail eventually, so wood ladders are never coated with paint which could hide potentially dangerous defects. That's why we use special treated lumber for ALL ladders or stairs that may contact moisture. You would be better served and FAR safer by using a standard ladder for any kid's project. Aluminum ladders are impervious to moisture, are lightweight and inexpensive. If the ladder is for a tree house or "fort" type project, then a certified ROPE ladder is a better choice. You can find those by searching for "Fire-escape rope ladders." Home Depot or any other home center has a wide selection of properly engineered ladders for every purpose and size to fit any budget. All Home centers also carry proper construction lumber which when used according to safety standards, is proven to be long lasting and safe. You can also check online with OSHA safety standards/ ladders/ stairs to find more information. There are MANY free videos on YouuTube regarding ladder safety and proper design of steps or ladders. PLEASE read up on the subject and-or watch some videos before making a tragic error. It would be sad shame to save a few bucks now only to pay hospital bills later. I love making tree forts, playground equipment and other projects for kids! So I wholeheartedly support your motivation! However, please look at any children's playground equipment made from wood. You will see that they ALWAYS use MUCH heavier construction lumber that has been treated to withstand the elements. They use heavy-duty fasteners and proper wood joinery. Look at designs for kid's playground equipment. There are many free online resources for designs, planning and building advice. Absolutely NO kid's play-equipement is EVER made with interior grade thin strips of wood even for strictly interior applications. There is good reason for that.

A:  NO!! not safe for a kid. just buy a cheap ladder ... be safe..

A:  Consult local building codes for this project.

A:  Yeah, you'll be fine with that length. I'd recommend ensuring you've got strong joint support, though.