21 hours ago, It Was Al B said:

I know cost has to be a consideration, but my dad always said, 

" if you don't want to take the time to do it right, don't do it at all". I think that taking time includes doing it when you  find a way to fund the project. You won't be happy if it isn't done right.

 

Or, as a friend of my said (if you're not getting it done right)...

 

when i was learning to write COBOL....   get it right the fourth time.

 

You don't want to do that... 

If money wasn't an issue I'd go IPE.

 

Treated lumber doesn't go bad by itself...0% maintenance comes at a cost...

22 minutes ago, BillyJack said:

Treated lumber doesn't go bad by itself

 

if the correct grade of PT isn't used for an application is a no win..

 

 

PRESSURE TREAT.pdf

2 x 6 Western Red Cedar ..  16" OC and apply your favorite color of transparent oil based stain.