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What is a good price for 2×4 lumber?
Lumber Prices
| Board | Stud* | 16′ |
|---|---|---|
| 2×3 | ||
| 2×4 | $5.17 | $12.62 |
| 2×6 | $8.82 | $17.62 |
What is the price of a 2×4 8 ft long?
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| current product | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2 in. x 4 in. x 8 ft. Premium Standard and Better Douglas Fir Lumber | 2 in. x 4 in. x 92-1/4 Premium #2 and Better Douglas Fir Lumber | 2 in. x 4 in. x 8 ft. Appearance Grade Spruce Framing Lumber |
| $374 | $374 | $387 |
| (238) | (56) | (15) |
Why are 2×4 prices so high?
Builders currently have to search harder and pay more to get the materials they need. In many cases, lumber orders are weeks out. The North American sawmill supply chain is under a tremendous amount of pressure to keep up with demand, and that has pushed the price of lumber to record levels.
Who has the best price on lumber?
Typically, you are going to find that Home Depot has the cheapest lumber between the big box stores. Lowe’s is typically the second cheapest (though it’s close). Lumber 84 is going to be the more expensive option between the three brands.
Are lumber prices expected to drop in 2021?
Lumber prices will likely rise again, but not nearly as much or as quickly. This drop in lumber prices is great news for the housing market and does not signal bad things to come for the rest of 2021.
What is the standard length for a 2×4?
Standard 2×4 length 2×4 studs are typically 8 feet long, to match the standard length of a sheet of plywood or drywall. You can also find 2×4 studs that are 92 ⅝” long, which allows builders to account for the thickness of the boards that run along the top and bottom of the wall.
How long is a standard 2×4?
Because of this extra milling, a 2×4 no longer measures a full 2 inches by four inches. Instead, a 2×4 is really only 1 1/2″ by 3 1/2″. The same is true of pine.
What is economy grade lumber?
economy-grade lumber. The lowest grade of lumber; intended for work where price is the primary consideration.