Lumber God 1x3 Furring Strip, 8 ft
Reviewed pricing, lead time, freight, and final configuration are confirmed during quote review before order release.
A nominal 1x3 strip finishes at an actual 0.75 in. x 2.5 in. in 8 ft lengths. Utility strip stock is graded for serviceability rather than appearance: expect sound knots and occasional wane, cull at the saw, and buy counts accordingly. It is the cheapest straight line on the truck.
Highlights
- Nominal 1x3, actual 0.75 in. x 2.5 in., 8 ft lengths
- Utility strip stock for strapping, leveling, packing, and backing
- Kiln dried softwood, light and easy to fasten
- Suited to strapping, lattice work, batten details, and drywall backing
- Economical count-based purchasing for whole-room strapping layouts
- Quoted by count with bundle quantities confirmed at quote review
Specification Table
| Product class | Furring strip, utility grade |
| Species group | Softwood, SPF class |
| Nominal size | 1 in. x 3 in. |
| Actual size | 0.75 in. x 2.5 in. |
| Length | 8 ft |
| Moisture | Kiln dried |
| Approximate weight | 0.35 lb per linear ft (8 ft strip about 2.8 lb) |
| Grading | Utility; appearance not graded, cull at the saw |
| Typical applications | Strapping, lattice work, batten details, and drywall backing |
What Is Included
- 1x3 utility furring strips in the quoted count
- Bundle packaging per the quoted quantity
Handling and Installation Notes
- Shim behind strapping so the finished surface hangs flat and true.
- Fasten through to framing, not just sheathing, when strapping carries load.
- Cull pieces with excessive wane or splits at the saw; utility grade includes a cull allowance.
- Keep strips bundled and flat until use to limit bowing.
- Confirm strapping layout and counts against the finish schedule during quote review.
Warranty and Support
- Graded and stamped under published grading rules; grade claims follow the stamped agency standard
- Count shortages and transit damage are reconciled through quote review support after delivery
- Final counts, configuration, and delivery windows are confirmed during quote review
Frequently Asked Questions
Is furring strip appearance graded?
No. It is utility stock graded for serviceability. Expect sound knots and occasional wane; order counts with a cull allowance.
What is the actual size of a 1x3 strip?
0.75 in. x 2.5 in. Nominal dimensions describe the rough size before surfacing.
Can I use it outdoors?
Only in protected assemblies. For ground contact or weather exposed battens, use pressure treated stock.
How is it sold?
By the piece in 8 ft lengths, quoted by count or full bundle at quote review.
Documents
- Type Furring
- SKU LG-LBR-FUR-1X3-8FT
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Project pricing, lead time, freight routing, and final configuration are confirmed during quote review before order release.
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