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How does full width differ from scant width?

April 26, 2017differ scant

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How does full width differ from scant width?

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All lumber is produced with the stated width as the target size. As milling has become more accurate, target sizes have moved closer to surfaced or planed sizes, i.e. 5 1/2″. As the width diminishes, the actual width is scant-or less than-the nominal width.