Actual Lumber Dimensions

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Dimensional Lumber Chart Nominal Sizes Vs Actual Dimensions

The actual vs nominal sizes for common sizes of dimension lumber Shrinkage is more pronounced laterally across the grain than it is longitudinally with the grain so a board sold as an 8 foot 2 x 4 is generally very close to the full 8 feet in length Hardwood Sizing This chart shows the nominal (in name only) and corresponding actual (real) dimensions of common wood sizes like 2×4 dimensions and 1×4 lumber. Note: You can download and print the chart from Additional Information below.

Actual Size Of Dimensional Lumber Nominal Sizes Explained

Actual Lumber DimensionsCommon Measurements At-A-Glance. Softwood. Depth x length in inches. Nominal: 1 x 2 Actual Size: 3/4 x 1-1/2. Nominal: 1 x 3 Actual Size: 3/4 x 2-1/2. Nominal: 1 x 4 Actual Size: 3/4 x 3-1/2. Nominal: 1 x 5 Actual Size: 3/4 x 4-1/2. Nominal: 1 x 6 Actual Size: 3/4 x 5-1/2. Typical dimensional lumber 2x4s 2x6s and 4x4s Sheet goods though cut to standard sizes are not considered to be dimensional lumber Nominal and actual dimensions differ Older homes may have lumber with nominal and actual dimensions that match 2x4s that are actually 2 inches by 4 inches

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