"Jack" wrote in message ...
Went to a few HD's and Lowes in my area to get a dozen 2x4 studs for a
project. After going through the piles for 15 minutes at each place to
find straight lumber, I gave up. Most of the stuff was twisted. (Bowed
studs I could have used in a pinch).
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Have you all had similar experiences? Do you have better results at a
lumber yard even though its usually alot more expensive?
Thanks.

Usually, yes. And, it's NOT always a lot more expensive.