I scavenged some boards off a bed frame on the curb and this one is finger jointed and broke right at the joint. And I thought with the shape of those finger joints they should be close to the ...

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Q: What is a solution if a contractor has used finger-jointed lumber stamped “For Vertical Use Only” as top and bottom plates on a house? The roof, siding, plumbing and ductwork are already installed.