Need some poplar

[John Reeves]

I need 10 or so pieces of dried poplar that are 40" long by 4" wide. Thickness is less of an issue as I am building up a bed post for painting.

I would like to finish this ASAP. Can go to Lowe's or BORG just rather give $ to a fellow woodworker.

John

 

[DaveO]

If you don't find someone with some to spare, you might check at Klingspors, Raleigh Hardwood, East Wake Hardwood, or even Woodcraft, you'll get better prices there than at any BORG.
Dave

 

[John Reeves]

Thanks Dave. J bought some from Rodger at East Wake last week. What a nice guy. Zebulon is a but far to drive for this little bit.

J

 

[DaveO]

Well, Klingspor is half the distance and they have some nice stock, I was just there today getting some Mahogany ..!!ouch!!!
Woodcraft is even closer, but I am not sure if they have any, call them first 781-1911
Dave

 

[John Reeves]

Capital City lumber has some @ 1.59 bf for S2S 4/4 and 5/4. They have 8/4 for $2.89 bf.

John

 

[Joe Scharle]

I have never had it satisfactorily explained to me why 8/4 cost more than 4/4!
Less cutting
Less handling etc!

 

[John Reeves]

It is a bit harder to come by especially a decent grade. "Small tight knots" in a piece that is 8/4 X 8" x 14' is a big clean board.

Another way to look at is that can get more for it.

John

 

[DaveO]

I have never had it satisfactorily explained to me why 8/4 cost more than 4/4!
Less cutting
Less handling etc!

Longer, more complicated kiln drying, the boards are twice as heavy to handle, and there is less of a demand for it compared to 4/4.
I doubt that is a satisfactory explanation, but it was just a few thoughts I had on the subject:-D

Dave