Can we talk about the new pressure treated pine from the yard on Route 9?

I used it on a big job in Oakdale last month and the difference is wild. The old stock we got would twist and cup within a week of being in the sun, especially the 6x6 posts. This new batch has been up for over three weeks now and every picket is still dead straight. I talked to the yard manager and he said they switched to a different treatment plant that uses a longer vacuum cycle. It costs about 15 bucks more per bundle, but it saves so much time on callbacks for warped boards. I'm not one to hype up new stuff, but this feels like a real change. Has anyone else tried this specific stock and seen similar results?

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blakecampbell1mo ago

That longer vacuum cycle was a game changer for our fence posts too.

jordans181mo ago

Yeah, that longer vacuum cycle makes a huge difference. We had the same issue with 2x4s for a deck frame last spring. Switched to a supplier using that method and the boards stayed put all season. Worth the extra cost for sure.

davis.ivan2d ago

Wait, are you sure it's the vacuum cycle doing the work? @jordans18, I always heard the real key is the pressure part after the vacuum. The vacuum pulls out the air, but then they need high pressure to really shove the treatment deep into the wood fibers. If the pressure stage is too short, it doesn't soak in enough no matter how long you vacuum. Maybe your new supplier just has a better overall process.