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When planning your next boat project, consider the following weights of materials.

Douglas Fir -
2X4 1.28 pounds per foot
2X6 2.00 pounds per foot
2X8 2.64 pounds per foot

Plywood
1/4 inch 0.71 pounds per square foot
3/8 inch 1.06 pounds per square foot
1/2 inch 1.42 pounds per square foot
5/8 inch 1.77 pounds per square foot
3/4 inch 2.13 pounds per square foot

Aluminum Angle
1" X 1" x 1/8" = 0.28 pounds per linear foot
1 1/4" X 1 1/4" X 1/8" = 0.35 pounds per linear foot
 

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