Hardwood

#2A Common

Economy hardwood grade with 50%+ clear face for paint-grade and utility applications

Standard: NHLARelative price: EconomyRank: 4

What this grade means

#2A Common hardwood requires 50% clear face cuttings. This grade is commonly used for paint-grade applications, rustic furniture, and projects where character and knots add visual interest or where the wood will be painted.

Defects allowed

50%+ clear wood, larger knots and more character permitted, minimum 3" x 4'

Typical uses

Paint-grade trim, rustic furniture, flooring, craft projects, utilitarian woodworking

Grade rules vary by species, region and grading agency. For structural work, use the grade stamp and governing code or an engineer’s specification—not appearance alone.
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