What's the Difference: 2X4 studs - Fine Homebuilding
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Last updated 14 Jul 2024
I recently went into The Home Depot for some 2x4s. One stack of 8-ft. 2x4 studs was marked $2.19 each, while another was $2.59 each. Why the price discrepancy? The secret is in the grade stamps. Learn how to decipher why one 2x4 is more expensive than another and whether that price is worth it.
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