06-02-2021, 09:04 AM
If the cost of wood doesn't adjust to the times, there are always alternatives for
cost cutting, like possibly using metal studs & beams where possible.
According to the HomeDepot.com website (Michigan), as of April 13, 2021, a traditional whitewood 2x4x8 was selling for $6.85 while the equivalent metal stud was $4.38.
(As an aside, termites are a major concern in many SNAKEland (I HATE SNAKES) areas! Metal not affected)
cost cutting, like possibly using metal studs & beams where possible.
According to the HomeDepot.com website (Michigan), as of April 13, 2021, a traditional whitewood 2x4x8 was selling for $6.85 while the equivalent metal stud was $4.38.
(As an aside, termites are a major concern in many SNAKEland (I HATE SNAKES) areas! Metal not affected)
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Home is where you're treated the best, but complain the most!
Life is short, make the most of it, get outta here!