jerry1939 Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 Being an old geezer of unsound mind & body, I have 2 hobbies. Our Iowa garage is unheated, so I saw when the temperature is comfortable. In the winter, I pick cartoons off a tree in the back yard & post them on this site. Have bought BB from Sloan's for years & have never been the least bit disappointed. http://www.sloanswoodshop.com/ In a few days we will be warm. Tried calling Sloan's & their message said they will be closed until Apr.1. For 1/8" fretwork I ALWAYS pay a little extra for their "Good Both Sides". That way, if there is an imperfection on 1 side, I can flip it over. Where do you Nice People buy from? Years ago we attended a wood show & Ocooch had some BB sheets that we bought, but it was like a big box store, I did some sorting to pick out what I wanted. Where are other sites you would recommend ordering from? Thanks in advance. If I wait for Sloan's to reopen, the world wouldn't stop turning. jerry OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Scrappile Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 (edited) Do you have the tools to cut up 5' x 5' sheets? I can get it by the sheet at local lumberyards, not the big box stores like Lowes and HD. I always have them cut it in half so it is easier for me to transport and handle on my table saw when I get home. Edited March 14, 2019 by Scrappile GrampaJim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 The last batch I got was from Ebay. 24 pcs @ 12x24 for 49.95 with free shipping. The veneers are great on both sides but also thinner then what I was used to. It will chip out on the back pretty easily . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 24 minutes ago, jerry1939 said: Being an old geezer of unsound mind & body, I have 2 hobbies. Our Iowa garage is unheated, so I saw when the temperature is comfortable. In the winter, I pick cartoons off a tree in the back yard & post them on this site. Have bought BB from Sloan's for years & have never been the least bit disappointed. http://www.sloanswoodshop.com/ In a few days we will be warm. Tried calling Sloan's & their message said they will be closed until Apr.1. For 1/8" fretwork I ALWAYS pay a little extra for their "Good Both Sides". That way, if there is an imperfection on 1 side, I can flip it over. Where do you Nice People buy from? Years ago we attended a wood show & Ocooch had some BB sheets that we bought, but it was like a big box store, I did some sorting to pick out what I wanted. Where are other sites you would recommend ordering from? Thanks in advance. If I wait for Sloan's to reopen, the world wouldn't stop turning. jerry Why did you limit your question to just the "Nice People"? You don't care about the where I buy mine? I'm crushed! Scrappile, Jim McDonald, WayneMahler and 4 others 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim McDonald Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 I have purchased a lot of wood from Sloan's in the past, but the last bunch I got was from the Klingspor location in Hickory, NC. Granted, I was in there and ran into the stack, but I pulled the top five sheets and they were great. Might give them a call--a great bunch hanging around the counter. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Scroller Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 I get all mine from here but then again I drive and get it. I normally get 5-6 full sheets at one time. It is an 1.5 hours each way but I do it once or twice a year and combine it with something the wife wants to do.....shopping. I know they will break down sheets for free. Very nice folks. Might be worth a quick call. https://www.hardwoodstore.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry1939 Posted March 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 2 hours ago, octoolguy said: Why did you limit your question to just the "Nice People"? You don't care about the where I buy mine? I'm crushed! I suppose I could make an exception in your case !!!!!!!!!!!!! WayneMahler, meflick, Falcon and 1 other 1 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl S Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 Michael's Craft stores have it here. I get mine from Paxton Lumber in Cincy. good people and a great candy store for woodworkers. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 24 minutes ago, jerry1939 said: I suppose I could make an exception in your case !!!!!!!!!!!!! Well then, if I'm now included, I might suggest looking at this place. I realize that it's on the West coast but they have great wood, the owner is a Vet and maintains a small museum on his premises and is all around a great guy. I went there once and found some 5/16" baltic birch that had a water stain on one side. I bought 2 sheets 4 x 8 for $5 ea. They even cut them for me so they'd fit in my little Scion. Anderson International Plywood. http://www.aitwood.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgiro Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 I know Groff & Groff carries it, but I didn't see it on their website. They do cater to the scroll sawers though. You might give them a call. https://www.groffslumber.com/ OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 I have heard good things about Heritage Wood. I have not bought from them but have heard good. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockytime Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 I recently purchased a 4X8 sheet of floor underlayment. It is 3 ply, 3/16", clean on both sides for $11. I put it next to my BB from Woodcraft and see no difference. I know underlayment is often demonized but HD is 10 minutes away. In addition they cut it to 2X4' at no charge. There is a Paxton in Denver but it is 30 minutes away in traffic. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 I have a local lumber company just a mile away.It's a family owned company,been here for 110 years. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted March 14, 2019 Report Share Posted March 14, 2019 15 minutes ago, lawson56 said: I have a local lumber company just a mile away.It's a family owned company,been here for 110 years. That's neat. I love hearing about places like that. Too many small shops have closed their doors. lawson56 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 I have used Sloan's and Wood craft...Sloan's prices and shipping cost are better...I have never been disappointed in the quality of the woodcraft products , just a bit pricey . OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 I use Sloans anytime I need anything thicker than 1/4. But for my 1/8 and 1/16 I have a local distributor and buy the full sheets. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachnlearn Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 On 3/14/2019 at 10:48 AM, Scrappile said: Do you have the tools to cut up 5' x 5' sheets? I can get it by the sheet at local lumberyards, not the big box stores like Lowes and HD. I always have them cut it in half so it is easier for me to transport and handle on my table saw when I get home. I have a corded Rockwell 4 inch saw. It's now cordless. I also use there clamp stand which is heavy, stable, strong clamping and portable for apartments and outside. Use a mini saw or yours with a high tooth blade, make a track saw guide, if you saw a thin sheet put them between two scrape sheets or at least backed by a scrap sheet. RJF Rockwell saw https://www.rockwelltools.com/saws-sanders/saws.html Pick your homemade track saw guide https://www.youtube.com/results?sp=CAM%3D&search_query=diy+track+saw+guide Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachnlearn Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 On 3/14/2019 at 11:06 AM, octoolguy said: Why did you limit your question to just the "Nice People"? You don't care about the where I buy mine? I'm crushed! INSULATE GARAGE DOOR RJF 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 12 minutes ago, teachnlearn said: I have no garage door. I have no garage. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachnlearn Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 3 minutes ago, octoolguy said: I have no garage door. I have no garage. LOL You can still buy a cheap one and fit it in your place. RJF https://www.amazon.com/Battat-Garage-Shape-Sorting-Toddlers/dp/B07BF27RP1/ref=sr_1_6?ascsubtag=1ba00-01000-a0049-win10-dsk00-nomod-us000-gatwy-feature-SEARC&keywords=toy+garage&qid=1552682195&s=gateway&sr=8-6&tag=amz-mkt-fox-us-20 OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 35 minutes ago, teachnlearn said: You can still buy a cheap one and fit it in your place. RJF https://www.amazon.com/Battat-Garage-Shape-Sorting-Toddlers/dp/B07BF27RP1/ref=sr_1_6?ascsubtag=1ba00-01000-a0049-win10-dsk00-nomod-us000-gatwy-feature-SEARC&keywords=toy+garage&qid=1552682195&s=gateway&sr=8-6&tag=amz-mkt-fox-us-20 That's about all I have room for. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted March 16, 2019 Report Share Posted March 16, 2019 I'm with Rockytime. Floor underlayment, looks and works just as good as BB. And it is much much less expensive. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmmcrafts Posted March 16, 2019 Report Share Posted March 16, 2019 I buy mine from a local lumber store that I get most of my lumber and many tools from.. http://theworkbench.com/.. Don't think they do online orders or ship items.. but anyway they have two locations one here in Michigan and one in Indiana.. They're about 30-35 mile from me.. but I typically buy enough to last me a good 6-10 months.. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodmaster1 Posted March 16, 2019 Report Share Posted March 16, 2019 I get mine the same place as Kevin in Charlotte MI at Johnson's Workbench. I am going to class on crown boxes tomorrow and also stopping at Johnson's Workbench to pickup some Baltic Birch before going to the class. kmmcrafts and OCtoolguy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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