Where do you get your wood for projects - Kreg Owners' Community2024-03-29T14:58:00Zhttps://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-get-your-wood-for-projects?feed=yes&xn_auth=noChris,
In Brisbane QLD, you c…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-20:2900167:Comment:5231912013-02-20T20:21:11.919ZRobert Brennanhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/roberBrennan
<p>Chris,</p>
<p>In Brisbane QLD, you can/I get timber from the following:-</p>
<p>Local Bunnings, local Masters for common plywood and timbers nothing of real impressive craftsman ship timber is available though.</p>
<p>Woodworking Expos,</p>
<p>Now this is were it all happens. For really nice featured timber. Use this platform to introduce yourself and then deal with suppliers again later. Even if you only take a business card first up.</p>
<p>A couple of hints, go prepared, have a trolley,…</p>
<p>Chris,</p>
<p>In Brisbane QLD, you can/I get timber from the following:-</p>
<p>Local Bunnings, local Masters for common plywood and timbers nothing of real impressive craftsman ship timber is available though.</p>
<p>Woodworking Expos,</p>
<p>Now this is were it all happens. For really nice featured timber. Use this platform to introduce yourself and then deal with suppliers again later. Even if you only take a business card first up.</p>
<p>A couple of hints, go prepared, have a trolley, check everything out and return on the last day when they are packing up, many bargains can be obtained, be prepared to store your purchase if need be. By far the most economical way to buy timber.</p>
<p>Local sawmills, Have a good look around their retail stock areas there is usually some really interesting materials there. Beware, there are some "gold Plated" showrooms for the unwary, meaning you will pay big $.</p>
<p>Telephone,</p>
<p>Ring fellow woodworkers, and work the established sources, and then make some more contacts on the way</p>
<p>ebay</p>
<p>Troll through ebay and see whats going, compare the prices and PU location to determine value for money.</p>
<p>Local rubbish skips,</p>
<p>No joke, take a look around kitchen cupboard manufacturers skip bins and you will find all sorts of material, mostly 1 offs so don't expect too much. However if you make a lot of setup jigs and or just want to experiment the price is right.</p>
<p>Roadside cleanups and garage sales</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 13px;">Always worth a look if there is something of interest being displayed.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 13px;">Regards</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 13px;">Robert Brennan.</span></p>
<p></p> Joan this one of my favorites…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-08:2900167:Comment:5198372013-02-08T06:21:03.244ZJay Boutwellhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JayBoutwell
<p>Joan this one of my favorites and your are right Joan, you always get good service and excellent material.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>Joan Gribskov said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-get-your-wood-for-projects?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A519823&xg_source=activity#2900167Comment519823"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>If you're on the West Coast, try Hardwood Industries - they have shops in Sherwood, OR and in the Seattle area. My local…</p>
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<p>Joan this one of my favorites and your are right Joan, you always get good service and excellent material.<br/> <br/> <cite>Joan Gribskov said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-get-your-wood-for-projects?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A519823&xg_source=activity#2900167Comment519823"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>If you're on the West Coast, try Hardwood Industries - they have shops in Sherwood, OR and in the Seattle area. My local lumber store also gets shipments from them 2 days/week and I can always count on quality hardwoods are reasonable prices. The great thing about these shops, too, is that you're working with people who know wood, not just someone who needed a job. :)</p>
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</blockquote> If you're on the West Coast,…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-08:2900167:Comment:5198232013-02-08T04:23:32.988ZJoan Gribskovhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JoanGribskov
<p>If you're on the West Coast, try Hardwood Industries - they have shops in Sherwood, OR and in the Seattle area. My local lumber store also gets shipments from them 2 days/week and I can always count on quality hardwoods are reasonable prices. The great thing about these shops, too, is that you're working with people who know wood, not just someone who needed a job. :)</p>
<p>If you're on the West Coast, try Hardwood Industries - they have shops in Sherwood, OR and in the Seattle area. My local lumber store also gets shipments from them 2 days/week and I can always count on quality hardwoods are reasonable prices. The great thing about these shops, too, is that you're working with people who know wood, not just someone who needed a job. :)</p> I also, have found some nice…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-07:2900167:Comment:5195612013-02-07T13:05:20.375ZKen Dargahttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/KenDarga
<p>I also, have found some nice pieces of lumber, at home centers.</p>
<p>It may take sorting, but it's worth the effort, when you know what you desire.</p>
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<p>(I'm fortunate to reside near several sources, within 10 miles and a couple within 20 miles).</p>
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<p>A home center near me, has materials, that others don't stock.</p>
<p>They also can order, some materials, that I need---( I just ask).</p>
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<p>Recently, I completed a project, using ''1x8 quarter-sawn clear pine''…</p>
<p>I also, have found some nice pieces of lumber, at home centers.</p>
<p>It may take sorting, but it's worth the effort, when you know what you desire.</p>
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<p>(I'm fortunate to reside near several sources, within 10 miles and a couple within 20 miles).</p>
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<p>A home center near me, has materials, that others don't stock.</p>
<p>They also can order, some materials, that I need---( I just ask).</p>
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<p>Recently, I completed a project, using ''1x8 quarter-sawn clear pine'' (knotless)---</p>
<p>they were the only supplier in the region, who had it or could get it.</p>
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<p>When I need edge joined large width oak panels, this is my go-to place.</p>
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<p>Some items may cost a little more, in smaller quantities---</p>
<p>but, it's not worth it for me to scour the country or drive long distances, to obtain it.</p>
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<p></p> Hi Chris, I have found some r…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-07:2900167:Comment:5194962013-02-07T03:55:45.054Zray vilehttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RayVile
<p>Hi Chris, I have found some really nice peices of maple at my local lowes stores, but I used a this web site to find a local jewel near me, <a href="http://www.woodfinder.com/">www.woodfinder.com</a>. Maybe there is some place near you too</p>
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<p>Hi Chris, I have found some really nice peices of maple at my local lowes stores, but I used a this web site to find a local jewel near me, <a href="http://www.woodfinder.com/">www.woodfinder.com</a>. Maybe there is some place near you too</p>
<p> </p> Well I go throw the dumpser f…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-06:2900167:Comment:5192342013-02-06T22:16:11.648ZDavid Deanhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/DavidDean
<p>Well I go throw the dumpser for my 3/4" 1/2" 1/4" plywood and one other cabinet shop I buy there srap oak for a $ 1.00 bf.</p>
<p>Well I go throw the dumpser for my 3/4" 1/2" 1/4" plywood and one other cabinet shop I buy there srap oak for a $ 1.00 bf.</p> Kreg Rep you are very correct…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-06:2900167:Comment:5194742013-02-06T16:27:23.917ZJay Boutwellhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JayBoutwell
<p>Kreg Rep you are very correct about the on line /mail order sources. You have made a good point that I neglected to include. I also have used one such on line dealers in my area and received excellent service. I would like to say that this dealer is one of the best that I have found for mail order. I have made the drive which is about 4 hours south of me in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The business is known as "Cook's Woods" …</p>
<p>Kreg Rep you are very correct about the on line /mail order sources. You have made a good point that I neglected to include. I also have used one such on line dealers in my area and received excellent service. I would like to say that this dealer is one of the best that I have found for mail order. I have made the drive which is about 4 hours south of me in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The business is known as "Cook's Woods" <a href="https://www.cookwoods.com/lumber-site/">https://www.cookwoods.com/lumber-site/</a><br/> I also use their catalogue to help customers choose lumber as they have every exotic wood from all parts of the world as well as local American wood. I would reccommend this site for all to at least look at and see the differences is wood. They offer mail orders to all parts of the country and have a sale about every week where they will promote a certain type of wood at a sale price. It is a very good resource for just looking at lumber. I will go there when I need a exotic or special wood for something like a enlay. They also cater to the woodturner. <br/> <cite>KregRep said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-get-your-wood-for-projects?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A519471&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment519471"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>For people who don't have good lumber dealers nearby (yes, it's sad but true). There are some online/mail order lumber dealers that can present a good option.</p>
<p>I'm lucky to have sources close to home, but I've also ordered from <a href="http://www.woodworkerssource.com" target="_blank">Woodworker's Source</a> in the past. They have everything from domestics to exotics, and they offer "packs" in various board foot quantities that are priced with shipping included. Yes, you'll pay more than buying local (and I definitely support buying local), but I've found that they select lumber carefully and pack it well so that you receive it in good condition--and they ship via UPS so you don't have to hassle with truck fees, but you can still get lengths up to 8 foot. </p>
<p>There are other good dealers who offer similar services. I'm just relaying my personal experience with this one.</p>
<p>KregRep</p>
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</blockquote> Thank you Dan, your are most…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-06:2900167:Comment:5193712013-02-06T16:14:10.617ZJay Boutwellhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JayBoutwell
<p><br></br> Thank you Dan, your are most welcome. It was writing of my experience that I have gained over the years. I just want to do my part in passing on my knowledge to other members. Just think with the number of members of this community if each member would each write about their knowledge and experience, the volumn of information on woodworking would be much greater than the largest library. <br></br> <cite>Daniel Sinclair said:…</cite></p>
<p><br/> Thank you Dan, your are most welcome. It was writing of my experience that I have gained over the years. I just want to do my part in passing on my knowledge to other members. Just think with the number of members of this community if each member would each write about their knowledge and experience, the volumn of information on woodworking would be much greater than the largest library. <br/> <cite>Daniel Sinclair said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-get-your-wood-for-projects?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A519471&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment519277"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Jay,</p>
<p>Wow. Insight and helpful discussion like what you've just provided are one of the biggest reasons that I've been so impressed with this 'Kreg owners community' site. That response obviously took some time to write out, and I enjoyed reading it. Thanks.</p>
<p>Dan</p>
<p><br/> <br/> <cite>Jay Boutwell said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/where-do-you-get-your-wood-for-projects#2900167Comment519053"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Criss, I started many years ago .....</p>
<p>...and you will be amazed at what is out there and what your dollar can buy. </p>
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</blockquote> Thanks to all the new replies…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-06:2900167:Comment:5193702013-02-06T15:58:34.805ZChris Seymourhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/ChrisSeymour
<p>Thanks to all the new replies. Jay -- thank you for taking the time to provide such a detailed and insightful response. It was greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>Thanks to all the new replies. Jay -- thank you for taking the time to provide such a detailed and insightful response. It was greatly appreciated.</p> For people who don't have goo…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2013-02-06:2900167:Comment:5194712013-02-06T15:48:57.117ZKregRephttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/KregRep
<p>For people who don't have good lumber dealers nearby (yes, it's sad but true). There are some online/mail order lumber dealers that can present a good option.</p>
<p>I'm lucky to have sources close to home, but I've also ordered from <a href="http://www.woodworkerssource.com" target="_blank">Woodworker's Source</a> in the past. They have everything from domestics to exotics, and they offer "packs" in various board foot quantities that are priced with shipping included. Yes, you'll pay more…</p>
<p>For people who don't have good lumber dealers nearby (yes, it's sad but true). There are some online/mail order lumber dealers that can present a good option.</p>
<p>I'm lucky to have sources close to home, but I've also ordered from <a href="http://www.woodworkerssource.com" target="_blank">Woodworker's Source</a> in the past. They have everything from domestics to exotics, and they offer "packs" in various board foot quantities that are priced with shipping included. Yes, you'll pay more than buying local (and I definitely support buying local), but I've found that they select lumber carefully and pack it well so that you receive it in good condition--and they ship via UPS so you don't have to hassle with truck fees, but you can still get lengths up to 8 foot. </p>
<p>There are other good dealers who offer similar services. I'm just relaying my personal experience with this one.</p>
<p>KregRep</p>