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This really depends on where you live, what the yearly climate is like, and how long you want it to last, as well as the maintenance you are willing to perform on it. Please provide a few more details so we can give you a better answer!

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ply board or also called deck board 1/4 or 1/2 in most of the time ply board or also called deck board 1/4 or 1/2 in most of the time

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The standard species of framing lumber are Spruce, Pine and Fir.

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15 lb felt, 1 1/2'' plastic caps , 20" valley metal, 1 1/4" nails, Ridge vent, 2 1/2" ridge nails, feild shingles, 3 tab shingles (for starters and ridge), air hawks & white drip edge.

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pieces of wood that hold up a house of course

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