$ome impoltant lacts aboutwood explain why $impson Kiln-Ilded Bainkote Studs ate in demand.

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General: Simpson Douglas Fir and Hem-Fir Rainkote Studs are manufactured at Shelton, Washington.

Sizes: 2 x 4, 2x 6 standard stud lengths

Moisture content: Kiln-dried to average moisture content of less than 19%

The Solution: The Ghallenge: iloisture,a Part ol Kilns-Larye llvens.

Trees are made up of tiny waterjilled cells similar to a honeycomb. When cut into lumber, wood cells lose moisture to seek a balance with the moisture content of the air lf surface areas dry too fast, it can set up unequal stresses in the wood resulting in warping. twisting and splitting.

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To preserve their quality, Simpson kiln-dried studs are given a clear water-repellent treatment. This retards moisture absorption by the studs. Whether the job is new construction or remodeling, the added value of Simoson Rainkote Studs is worth asking for by name.

Simoson Rainkote Studs are carefully spaced in large drYing kilns where temperature and humidity are carefully controlled to uniformly reduce their moisture content to an average of less than 19%-close to the average moisture content of the air.

The End Product: StlaightWalls.

Simoson Rainkote Studs are true oerformers. Manufactured from high-strength, even grained Douglas Fir and Hem-Fir from Washington's Olympic Range forests, they are precision trimmed and milled to exacting tolerances. Kiln-dried and given a waterrepellent treatment, theY build stable, straight walls and assure a smooth, tight fit.

Standards: 2" oer WWPA rules 1978 l" per WCLIB rules #16

Unitized: 2 x 4 208 Pcs, Per unit. 2 x 6 128 pcs. per unit.

Other items (not Rainkote treated): 2 x 3 2BB pcs. Per unit. 1 x 4 416 pcs, per unit.

A Special Note: ln order to meet our customer needs Simpson product specilications and warranties are continually updated So, if the printed date on this literature is more than 12 months old. please contact Simpson Timber Company for any changes that may have occurred.