What Is the Standard Deck Board Size? Common deck board widths are 4”, 6” and 8”. The widths are readily available in most lumber or building supply stores, and the number of pieces easily calculated into deck dimensions. Other widths may be used for aesthetics and effect.
What are the actual dimensions of a 5 4 deck board?
5/4 Decking Actual Dimensions 1″ x 5.5.” If you use 5/4 decking, you are getting two-thirds of the board of a 2×6.
What is the actual size of a 1x6 deck board?
1x Lumber
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Nominal Size Actual Size
1x4 3/4 x 3-1/2
1x6 3/4 x 5-1/2
1x8 3/4 x 7-1/4
What is the actual size of a 5 4 deck board?
5/4 Decking Actual Dimensions 1″ x 5.5.”
How are deck boards measured?
To do this, multiply the length of the board by its width. Be sure to convert all board measurements into feet before calculating. EXAMPLE: Say you've chosen the 16-foot standard width deck board. First, take the width (5.5 inches) and convert it into feet by dividing it by 12 inches, which gives you 0.45 feet.Apr 20, 2021
Do deck boards shrink in width?
Deck boards will shrink, and not only that, they will even expand. Fibers have the ability to hold moisture in them. So when the outside environment is humid, the fibers collect moisture and expand, leading the boards to expand.
Why are wood sizes not the actual size?
The "nominal" cross-section dimensions of a piece of lumber, such as 2 X 4 or 1 X 6, are always somewhat larger than the actual, or dressed, dimensions. The reason is that dressed lumber has been surfaced or planed smooth on four sides (called S4S). The nominal measurement is made before the lumber is surfaced.