Lumber

Lumber for Any Carving or Building Project in Maplewood, MN

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Our craftsmen make everything from scratch and will build your project to meet your specific requirements and space. We combine traditional techniques with the latest in modern machinery to ensure consistent quality throughout the building process.

Exotic hardwoods

We carry over 50 species of exotic woods, available at thicknesses from 3/4 inch to 3 inches, depending on the species. All lumber is rough stock with thicknesses measured in 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, and 12/4. We can plane and joint the lumber purchased from us for a $10 charge. We can also provide you with lumber that is cut and sanded to your specifications (S4S). S4S lumber is “Surfaced 4 Sides.” We can provide you with S4S lumber in all exotic species that we carry. Call for pricing and availability.

Domestic hardwood

We carry over 50 species of domestic woods. There are thicknesses available from 3/4 inch to 3 inches, depending on the species. All lumber is rough stock with thicknesses measured in 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4, 10/4, and 12/4. We can plane and joint the lumber purchased from us for a $10 charge. We have many species in stock and can order many more.

We can also provide you with lumber that is cut and sanded to your specifications (S4S). S4S lumber is “Surfaced 4 Sides.” We can provide you with S4S lumber in all species. Call for pricing and availability.   
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Turning and carving wood

If you have a passion for wood carving or turning on a lathe, we have the materials that will help you create that beautiful piece. Woods that are good for carving are those that are relatively soft, tend not to split, and carve off nicely in curled shavings. Basswood and Butternut are perfect for carving, though you are not limited to these. We have many other species to choose from. Turning on a lathe is said to be one of the most enjoyable woodworking activities. We can supply you with all the wood you need for your turning project. Burls are great for turning pens and handles and look fantastic when finished. We can offer any of the over 50 species of lumber to you for your project.

Our shorts and cut-off section is a great place to look for all your turning and carving materials. This offers you an economical way to pick the perfect piece for your project. 

Shorts and cut-offs

Shorts and cut-offs are simply the last portion of a piece of lumber that is not needed for a certain job. Rather than scrapping the excess lumber, we would rather our woodworking customers put it to use making cutting boards, child rocking chairs, small jewelry boxes, and more.

Shorts and cut-offs are a great way for any woodworker to create a small, fantastic, one-of-a-kind piece for a very small price. We have many different species of lumber to choose from. Maple and Walnut create great contrasting colors for cutting boards, while Brazilian Cherry is a beautiful wood to include in a jewelry box. Your options are endless. All shorts and cut-offs are priced at a discount from the regular retail lumber and availability will vary depending on recent jobs.

Plywood

We offer over 30 species of plywood. Thicknesses range from 1/8 inch to 3/4 inch depending on the species. Plywood has many advantages over solid wood in cabinet construction. It is considerably more stable, making it a much better alternative for cabinet carcasses, and it is much more cost effective than solid wood in terms of constructing a cabinet body.

Veneer core (VC) plywood is made with alternating veneered inner plies. VC panels are relatively light in comparison with medium-density fiberboard (MDF) core panels, typically weighing around 70 pounds per 4'x8' sheet. VC offers great strength with better spanning properties than MDF core. It also has a wider variance in thickness in comparison with MDF. One downside is there is a higher probability for the product to warp before construction.

MDF plywood has a fiberboard core with a solid wood veneer exterior. It offers great stability and is the least likely to react when subjected to a measurable change in temperature or humidity. It offers a very smooth, void-free surface for veneer faces that  makes for superior finishing surfaces. However, MDF is heavier than VC plywood, weighing around 100 pounds per 4'x8' sheet.

Ask us about any type of lumber you need.

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