S2S1E (surfaced 2 sides and 1 edge) Hardwoods are for the woodworker as the boards are partially dressed. Boards are “skip” surfaced on both faces with 1 edge clean-ripped. Skip surfaced cleans up most of the roughness to the board, but there could be an occasional rough patch on the faces of boards. Additional dressing and planning of the boards may be needed to complete your project. Since one edge is left rough, please allow a 1” variance in the width of the board.
Grade allows for an occasional pin or small knot, small defect or wane on back side of board. Boards can also have a small end check (crack at end of board). We recommend purchasing board a little longer than project needs to accommodate clean up cut at job site.
When it's first cut Purpleheart is a dull grayish/purplish brown. As the wood is exposed it becomes a deeper eggplant purple. Overtime age and UV exposure will turn the wood a dark brown with a hint of purple. This color-shift can be slowed and minimized by using a UV inhibiting finish on the wood.
If you would like a more finished board, please see our S4S Hardwoods. Also, widths and lengths not listed on the online store may be available. If you need a wider or longer board not listed here, please inquire at 800-244-6492 or via e-mail at Onlinesales@capitolcitylumber.com to check availability.
