Greetings all!
I've been wanting to build a large 4-poster, canopy style bed, using 4x4's for the posts, and 2x6's and 4x4's for the side and top rails. I'm not a builder of fine furniture, but know my way around a hammer and miter saw. This is something I've been wanting to build for a long time, and if it turns out well, I'll most likely take the plunge and construct another out of hardwoods.
My question(s)... It's been quite a while since I've built anything, stopped at Home Depot yesterday to pick up lumber, and am really surprised at how moist the lumber is. I did not buy pressure treated lumber, but apparently did get 'green' lumber. From the bit I've read last night, it sounds like this stuff will take a few months for its moisture content to drop enough to be useful, and will most likely cup and warp in the process. Should I return all this lumber and find another source in Phoenix that carries kiln dried lumber or ?? What options do I have? Trying not to break the bank on lumber costs until I know I like what I've designed!
Any and all advice is appreciated!
Ron
I've been wanting to build a large 4-poster, canopy style bed, using 4x4's for the posts, and 2x6's and 4x4's for the side and top rails. I'm not a builder of fine furniture, but know my way around a hammer and miter saw. This is something I've been wanting to build for a long time, and if it turns out well, I'll most likely take the plunge and construct another out of hardwoods.
My question(s)... It's been quite a while since I've built anything, stopped at Home Depot yesterday to pick up lumber, and am really surprised at how moist the lumber is. I did not buy pressure treated lumber, but apparently did get 'green' lumber. From the bit I've read last night, it sounds like this stuff will take a few months for its moisture content to drop enough to be useful, and will most likely cup and warp in the process. Should I return all this lumber and find another source in Phoenix that carries kiln dried lumber or ?? What options do I have? Trying not to break the bank on lumber costs until I know I like what I've designed!
Any and all advice is appreciated!
Ron
