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Compare Length Options
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Random Lengths
Best Value
Quick Comparison
At a glance
Random Lengths
Great for value & flexibility
Specific Lengths
Perfect for premium layouts
Hybrid
Best value + premium results
How Lumber Lengths Work
Measurement Basics
Sold by total linear footage
If you order 200 LF, you get 200 LF total
Board count varies
Longer boards = fewer pieces
Shorter boards = more pieces
Random ≠ Shorts
Random Length is a standard way hardwood is sold — not leftover or "short board" material.
Typical Range: 6′ to 22′
Most orders: 8′ to 18′ (not guaranteed)
Example Random Length Order
200 Linear Feet might include this mix
⚠️ Important
This is only an example. Your actual order mix depends on current inventory. Random Length orders help us balance stock levels — that's why there's no upcharge for board lengths.
Hybrid Strategy: Pro Builder's Secret
Combine long boards for main runs + random lengths for cuts and trim-outs
70–80% Specific Lengths
Long boards for main field runs and visible areas
20–30% Random Lengths
For cuts, edges, stairs, and trim-out zones
Result: Premium appearance without premium-everything pricing
What Matters to You?
Best Value
Random Lengths offer the best cost per foot
Fewer Seams
Long boards create cleaner continuous runs
Lots of Cutting
Mixed lengths work great for complex layouts
Best Overall
Hybrid combines efficiency with premium results
Common Questions
Get answers before you order
Planning for Waste
Account for these factors
End trimming
Cutting around characteristics
Layout adjustments
Installation pattern choices
Waste Factor Guidelines
Standard Projects
10–15%
Typical decking or fencing
Complex Layouts
15–20%
Many cuts and angles
Premium Layouts
Varies
Seam-minimized designs