Anyone know of a source for PT 6×6 in the So Cal area similar to those shown in this article:
http://www.taunton.com/finehomebuilding/how-to/articles/building-timber-retaining-wall.aspx?LangType=1033&ac=fp
Every source I’ve found thusfar either has very dark green or very rust-red treatments. The color of the beams in this article work much better in my project. They will be used for landscape steps in direct contact with ground, so proper rating is a must.
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I believe the dark green tends to fade as it is left outside, not sure though
I'm just sayin'
Andy is quite right, the green in particular fades to a grey (from the view of the small pic it looks like that's what they used in the article). Not sure of your application but bear in mind that most treated woods are treated with toxic chemicals, not to be used in close proximity to veggies, etc...
PaulB
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