Common Applications: 

Decks, Porches, and Playhouses: Rounded edges prevent splintering and create a smoother, more comfortable surface, especially barefoot. The surface is pressure-treated to avoid rot, decay, and insects. 

Gazebos and Pergolas: Enhance your outdoor living space. This treated wood will ensure these structures remain beautiful and functional for years. 

Stairs and Railings: It is particularly advantageous for stairs because it reduces water pooling and enhances visual appeal. It maintains structural integrity and shape. It is compatible with different railing options, making it versatile and allowing you to customize your staircase's look. 

Walkways and Boardwalks: Its durability makes it ideal for creating pathways in gardens, parks, or waterfront areas.

Docks: Common Choice for dock construction for durability and strength. Pressure-treated wood is infused with preservatives to protect it from rot, decay, and insect damage. Since docks are constantly exposed to water, these properties are crucial. This size provides good load-bearing capacity. It can handle foot traffic, even the occasional cannonball splash.

Guidelines for Using Ground-Contact Lumber 

Direct ground or freshwater contact 

Above-ground areas that are hard to maintain, repair, or replace and are crucial for the system's performance and safety 

Above-ground applications where the Lumber might encounter the ground or face similar hazards due to climate or construction. 

Warranty: Treated Lumber from Madison Wood does not need renewal treatments against fungi and termites. Our Lumber comes with a lifetime limited warranty against these organisms. 

Maintenance Tips: 

Protect against weather: Apply a surface water repellent every year or two to prevent swelling, shrinking, warping, and cracking. Learn more about Woodluxe® Waterproofing Stain and Sealer by Benjamin Moore. 

Revitalize appearance: Use a deck brightener to clean dirt and mildew. 

 

• Above-ground areas that are hard to maintain, repair, or replace and are crucial for the system's performance and safety
• Above-ground applications where the Lumber might end up in ground contact or face similar hazards due to climate or construction

• Treated Lumber from Madison Wood does not need renewal treatments against fungi and termites. Our Lumber comes with a limited warranty against these organisms.
• Protect against weather: Apply a surface water repellent every year or two to prevent swelling, shrinking, warping, and cracking. Learn more about Woodluxe Waterproofing Stain and Sealer by Benjamin Moore.
• Revitalize appearance: Use a deck brightener to clean dirt and mildew.