What is the standard size of CLS?

What is the standard size of CLS?

CLS, otherwise known as Canadian Lumber Standard, is used for stud partitioning in many houses. It is planed all round, rounded on all 4 corners, and kiln dried in its country of origin. Sizes that we hold in stock are 50mm x 75mm (38 x 63) when machined and 50mm x 100mm (38 x 89) in 2.4m, 3.0m and 4.8m lengths.

What does CLS stand for in timber?

Type of Timber CLS Timber – “Canadian Lumber Size” or CLS is finished on all sides giving a smaller cross-section than traditional sawn timber. Originating in the Canadian market, hence the name it is mainly used for timber frame home construction and for internal and partition walls.

What is CLS finished size?

The finished size of a 50 x 75mm piece of CLS timber is 38 x 63mm. The most commonly available stock lengths of CLS timber are 2.4m and 4.8m with some branches carrying the additional 3.0m length.

Is CLS timber OK for outside?

CLS timber should only be used outside if it has been treated, in order to ensure it is suitably resistant to external climate conditions that can cause issues such as rot and decay.

What size is 4X2 CLS?

47X100mm (4X2″) Sawn Treated, C24 Graded & Regularised Timber. 47x100mm is also commonly known as 4×2 inch, although the actual finished dimensions for this product are 45x95mm.

What size is C16 timber?

Kiln dried C16 is generally recommended for most applications if the correct spans are used and is mainly used internally for floor and roof joists. Lengths commonly available are 3.0, 3.6, 4.2 and 4.8 meter.

Is C16 stronger than CLS?

CLS timber comes in two grades – C24 and C16. Both of these woods typically resemble each other in appearance, but the C24 grade is stronger. C16 graded CLS timber is better suited to indoor construction such as creating partitioning and internal walls.

What is the difference between CLS and C16 timber?

The CLS timber falls into the easy-edge C16 timber. The easy-edge timber is usually graded as standard C16 timber, but it is smoother and machine-finished making it suitable for a wide range of construction jobs. The easy-edge CLS wood timber is widely used in framing.

What size is 4×2 CLS?

Is CLS weatherproof?

CLS timber comes in two grades – C24 and C16. C16 graded CLS timber is better suited to indoor construction such as creating partitioning and internal walls. It is not the best choice for use outside as it might not be able to withstand against severe climate conditions.

What’s the difference between CLS and C16 timber?

What’s the difference between CLS and C16?