Where to buy speciality wood for craft/restoration/construction projects?
Eric asks via the Facebook:
Where in the capitol district can I find some fine wood for a restoration project? More specifically I need a few flat pieces of walnut, about a half inch thick. The craft stores don't have anything but pine, and there is nothing at Home Depot.
It seems like there have to be at least a few places to buy this kind of stuffy -- it's just a matter of knowing where to look.
So... do you know where to look? Please share!
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Curtis Lumber in Ballston Spa.
... said Jamie on Jul 18, 2014 at 3:37 PM | link
Jamie beat me to it. They have a whole room full of specialty hardwoods.
... said Otis Maxwell on Jul 18, 2014 at 5:36 PM | link
Agreed on Curtis Lumber on Rt. 67 in Ballston Spa. That's their headquarters store for the whole chain, and they have quite a hardwoods/specialty woods section with very knowledgeable personnel.
... said chezjake on Jul 18, 2014 at 6:02 PM | link
Depending on the nature of your project, I'd also recommend the Historic Albany Foundation's "Architecture Parts Warehouse." An incredible selection of restored and salvage wood and I find it a great way to find a few signature pieces I may need that the modern chains just don't sell. Additionally, they have a ton of other cool stuff, if you are into historic, salvage wares for your housing needs. Plus, you get to support a non-profit and the preservation of our region's history. http://historic-albany.org/warehouse.html
While not typically a motivating factor for most folks, I'd personally steer clear of Curtis Lumber, who's management has a unsavory conservative bent to their professed politics, which keeps me away. But, I can't vouch for your politics and that may doubly impress you desire to visit :)
... said Rich on Jul 19, 2014 at 12:33 PM | link
Thank you for the Curtis Lumber suggestion - fine stuff, although I did not end up going with them I will remember them. (I needed such a small piece I ended up buying a sample from woodworkersource.com)
... said Eric Scheirer Stott on Jul 19, 2014 at 5:31 PM | link
Eric
If you are looking for unique cuts and sizes, this is the place to check out.
www.hanklelumber.com/
These guys are old school.
... said Paul on Jul 21, 2014 at 8:28 AM | link