Summary
| FAS | FAS 1 FACE | SELECTS | No.1 Common | No.2A & 2B Common | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Board size | 6" x 8' | Same as FAS for species being graded | 4" x 6' | 3" x 4' | 3" x 4' |
| Minimum Cutting Size | 4" x 5' 3" x 7' | Best face of board Poor face of board | 4" x 2' 3" x 3' | 3" x 2' | |
| Minimum Yield | Surface measure x 10 | Surface measure x 8 | Surface measure x 6 | ||
| Formula to Determine Number of Clear Cuttings | Surface measure ÷ 4 | (Surface measure+1)÷ 3 | Surface measure ÷ | ||
Notes:
- This chart summarises the main requirements for the standard grades. For complete information, consult the appropriate section of the NHLA Rule Book.
- For kiln dried lumber, ½" shrinkage is permitted for the minimum size board in each grade.
- No. 2A Common requires clear cuttings.
- No. 2B Common is a utility grade requiring cuttings to be sound.
- When specified for export shipment, a comparison can be made respectively between export grades of PRIME and COMSEL with the NHLA grades of FAS and No. 1 Common. It is necessary to consult with your supplier as to the exact specification being applied to these export grades.