Buy Hardwood May 2026

: Examine semi-finalists for knots, sapwood, stains, and "snipe" (gouges from a planer).

: Buying rough, un-milled lumber is typically cheaper, though it requires your own milling equipment.

Choosing flooring involves balancing aesthetics with long-term durability and maintenance. :

For woodworkers, buying hardwood is often more complex than picking up construction lumber at a big-box store.

: Hardwood is often sold using the "x/4" system for thickness (e.g., 4/4 is one inch thick) and graded as "Select" or "Common" based on quality.