What is pro wood?

What is pro wood?

ProWood® is professional-grade, pressure-treated lumber, backed by a lifetime limited warranty against termites and decay. It is an environmentally friendly product that is safe for humans and pets – and has earned green certifications to prove it.

What are 3 categories of treated lumber?

There are many types of treated lumber. There are three main families of treated lumber used in construction: Borate, Alkaline Copper Quat (ACQ) and other rot-resistant treatments, and non-combustible (Non-Com). See the complete list under Additional Information.

What kind of wood is ProWood?

ProWood Pressure-Treated Lumber Our pressure-treated lumber is perfect for decks, exposed structures, sill plates and other applications. What’s more, ProWood (micronized copper azole) treated wood is more natural looking, less corrosive to fasteners and looks good longer than many other brands.

What is the best grade of pressure treated lumber?

The best pressure treated wood for decks is Select, #1 or #2 grade wood. Within all grades, there are planks that will be freer of blemishes and knots and may be called premium. Decking materials such as 2×6 and 5/4×6 frequently are of better-looking #1 and #2 lumber.

Should pressure treated wood feel wet?

Recently, pressure treated lumber will have a high moisture content and may take several weeks to dry. Staining pressure-treated wood is ineffective if the wood is still wet. “Wet-treated wood” still contains significant moisture when purchased and may take longer to dry than other types of pressure treated wood.

Do I need to cover pressure treated wood?

Although treated wood is protected against decay and termite attack, the application of a water-repellent sealer to all exposed wood surfaces is recommended upon completion of construction. This sealer will help control surface checking (splitting or cracking) and provide an attractive appearance.

How long will pressure treated lumber last?

How Long Does Pressure-Treated Wood Last? It depends on the climate, the type of wood, its uses, and how well it’s maintained. While pressure treated poles can stay up to 40 years without any signs of rot or decay, decks and flooring might only last around 10 years.

What do you need to know about ProWood color treated lumber?

When you work with professional grade ProWood ®, you’ll soon see amazing results. Check out our blog to learn about the best building practices, treated lumber, how-to’s and more. ProWood ® Color-treated lumber allows the unique, natural beauty of the wood to remain visible. It’s the look you want without the extra work.

Which is the best treated wood for decking?

Check out our blog to learn about the best building practices, treated lumber, how-to’s and more. ProWood ® Color-treated lumber allows the unique, natural beauty of the wood to remain visible. It’s the look you want without the extra work. Spend less time staining your deck and more time enjoying.

What kind of wood can you use with borate treated lumber?

They include solid wood, such as lumber and plywood. Borate treated lumber is compatible with the same fasteners used for untreated wood — carbon steel, galvanized steel, copper and silicon bronze — so there’s no need to spend extra on special fasteners.

Which is better MCA or ProWood copper azole?

Every ProWood MCA (micronized copper azole) treated product is less corrosive than competing pressure-treated products; plus, it’s warrantied against termites, rot and fungal decay. And, it’s environmentally friendly.