Buying Wood

Understand nominal versus actual dressed softwood lumber sizes from USDA Table 6-6 to accurately design table bases, stretchers, and legs.

Learn how commercial hardwood names group botanical species per USDA Table 6-3 and why it matters when selecting slabs for epoxy river tables.

Understand NHLA hardwood lumber grades like FAS, Selects, and Common to choose the right lumber for epoxy river tabletops, bases, and small parts.