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RE: How to series: Setting up a Woodworking Business #3 Finding a good timber yard.
Great info. I have not used the trade yards, I buy such small lots. Found some Urban Lumber guys, as they call themselves, they recover trees from landscapers and munis, milll them on their property, sell slabs on craigslist. I also keep my eyes open for bulk pickup. Found some great scraps and bowl blanks. No way to run a business, but great for a hobbyist.
Yes it is surprising what is around. The only thing to watch out for is moisture content. Thanks
Yeah, I made the mistake of buying some slabs of acacia that are hopelessly pringled now.
I have only used acacia once when I first started out. I made a school boy error and thought it was chestnut, I made a whole kitchens worth of cabinet carcasses out of it! You can get moisture meters fairly cheaply these days.
I have only used acacia once when I first started out. I made a school boy error and thought it was chestnut, I made a whole kitchens worth of cabinet carcasses out of it! You can get moisture meters fairly cheaply these days.