Douglass Fir vs. Spruce vs. Framing Lumber
For my workshop, I was planning on using 2x12x20' Douglass Fir at 12" on center to span the second floor. The problem I am having is that I can't find anyone that sells Douglass Fir in that size. I have only found Spruce and "framing lumber in 2x12x20'
Do I need to worry about the difference between Douglass Fir, Spruce, and framing lumber? Will any of the three work?
You can see the plans at: http://www.theworkshopproject.com/plans.php
Thanks in advance.
Douglass Fir vs. Spruce vs. Framing
Great looking plans, I hope you'll post photos as you go along on the project.
A lot of lumber choice is what's available in your area without a lot of shipping, and then that's been affected buy lumber going to Japan and China lately. Here in the NW we have "Hem-Fir" which can be either douglas fir or hemlock. We don't have spruce. When they say "framing lumber" it could be anything. More important is the grade.
For framing, select structural and No. 1 gradeis best. Cheaper grades arenīt as strong, straight or easy to work with. If you pick thru you can get decent pieces by inspecting them closely, but some places if you order and have it delivered won't let you pick it.