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Bowed studs in my framing project were a headache, but a come-along came to the rescue.

The studs had a slight bow during wall framing. I used a come-along to straighten them, then nailed for a flush finish. What methods do you use for warped lumber?
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wyatt932
wyatt9322d ago
My buddy just used a truck and a chain last weekend.
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joseph_black
Straightening lumber feels like a battle of wills sometimes. Had a 2x6 last week that fought back harder than a cornered cat. Almost considered just building the wall curved and calling it a feature. My usual method is a hydraulic jack and some very hopeful language. When that fails, the sawzall becomes my best friend.
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oliver_mason
Actually, a sawzall just cuts it.
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