Can you build a deck with wet wood? | | Yes, always | 23% | | In most cases | 33% | | In some cases | 14% | | No, never | 19% | | Not sure | 9% | | | | | Question: Can you build a deck with wet wood? Top Answer (33% of 21 votes): In most cases.
Answer: In some cases
Explanation: This will depend on the species of wood. Redwood is one type of wood that you can build with when it is wet. Redwood does not shrink or expand in its length, only in its width. You must be careful when building with dry redwood because the wood will expand and close the gaps, causing faster decay due to restricted airflow and can also cause the boards cup. | | Barudoni Construction Inc | Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: It actually prevents cracking while fastening | | C&S Construction | Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Yup u can | | Srp inc. | | | ProMatcher | Answer: In some cases
Explanation: You usually want dry wood to reduce shrinking or the chance of a board splitting. However, you cannot always have favorable conditions. | | ATX Residential Construction | Answer: Yes, always
Explanation: Pressure treated lumber has moisture when purchased | | Custom Sunrooms & Home Improvements | Answer: In most cases
Explanation: Wet wood would be wet from the treatment that is pressed in by the manufacture. | | Family Flooring Co. | | | ProMatcher |
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