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Florida Lumber 101: How to Choose the Best Raw Lumber for Deck Boards, Fencing & Flooring

Florida Lumber 101: How to Choose the Best Raw Lumber for Deck Boards, Fencing & Flooring Florida’s hot, sticky climate and frequent rains mean wood selection is critical. Lumber for out-of-door uses (decking, walls) must repel humidity, spoilage, earth and insects. High humidity and sun exposure can warp or decay ordinary wood quickly. Experts advise choosing woods naturally resistant to moisture and pests. For example, cedar and cypress – long used in Florida – […]