I am currently having a new home built. The GC purchased the new pressure treated lumber that is currently the required replacement for the older PT lumber. The new process is a governmental/environmental issue. The new lumber, however, is far worse in its tendency to check, bow and warp. Lumber companies will not stand behind the lumber and guarantee it from bowing and warping...they can only provide what the government will allow to be sold.
Question...are there any economical solutions or alternatives? My screened in porch and deck are supported by 6 x 6 PT posts...and they are twisting, bowing, and checking severely. Some of the checking is already 1/4" wide and it has only been installed about 2 months. Any ideas?
Thanks
oakley408
Question...are there any economical solutions or alternatives? My screened in porch and deck are supported by 6 x 6 PT posts...and they are twisting, bowing, and checking severely. Some of the checking is already 1/4" wide and it has only been installed about 2 months. Any ideas?
Thanks
oakley408