There’s an apartment complex being built by me and they have most, if not all the framing done. At my job, there’s a huge emphasis on keeping white wood lumber from getting wet because it will ruin the wood. But whenever I drive by this construction site, I see so many studs just exposed. It’s rained a decent amount since they began the project, so I’m wondering if any of the studs are damaged or will become in the future. How will they last the building lifespan after being soaked?
It is currently pouring as I type this and I can’t help but think what damage is currently being done. Someone put my mind at ease lol.
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Lumber in a stack will retain water due to poor air circulation, and will warp out of shape from uneven drying of the moisture.
Wood that has been erected for framing has plenty of air circulation to dry, and is secured from warping by being fixed in place.
As u/The-real-W9GFO pointed out the roof will be next and fans will be brought in if needed to complete the dry out process before adding wall sheathing.
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