: You can often find premium cuts like quarter-sawn or rift-sawn lumber at lower prices than specialty retailers. Essential Preparation for Buyers

: Prices are generally lower because you are bypassing retail intermediaries and their associated overhead.

: Be prepared to handle hauling and storage yourself. If buying green wood, you must use "stickers" (small spacer strips) to stack the lumber for proper airflow while it dries. Grading and Quality Terms