Dark Wolf - Next time I'm @ HD, I'll pull a label from some of the new pine studs they have and do some research. When I was searching through the new studs at the store, they all felt very "wet" all over, not sticky. After a week outside, they felt dry. I didn't save the wood site that mentioned some wood producers surface coat new wood for some reason or the other...wish I had. I did see sites that mention reaction to colophony, the resin produced by pine trees. I can only say, WOW, to the allergic reaction it's created for me - never had allergies til this... If you ever hear of anything, let me know - I don't feel like spending the bucks by going to a dermatologist and finding out for sure what it is - already went to my regular doc who basically said STAY AWAY FROM IT! However, I'm a stubborn sort and thought 4 small cuts on a 2x2 to start my roost supports wouldn't hurt that much - now I'm banging my head against the wall...stupid, me!