I recently stopped at Hardwood Components Inc., a local family run hardwood mill that specializes in native Oregon hardwood species. Stopping by this mill has been on my “to do list” for some time so I am glad I finally got a chance to poke around. I ended up purchasing a small load of Oregon wild cherry. This mill will be on my materials short list for future projects. There is something very satisfying about supporting a small local business and using native wood species.
David
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socalwood
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posted 253 days ago
David , thank you , I wish there were more LumberJocks like you !!!!
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Karson
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posted 253 days ago
David a nice tour. Are their woods air dried or kiln dried. How are their prices in other woods that you’ve bought.
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David
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posted 253 days ago
Thanks for the comments guys!
Karson -
Great questions. Wood is harvested locally, air dried and the prices are much better than I would pay in Portland. I paid $3.68 / BF for the wild cherry.
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mmh
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posted 253 days ago
Fun excursion, I just wish you could show more detail of the lumber. How about some photos of the wood you purchased.
I also enjoyed your video showing your veneer and vacuum technique. I’m looking into a set up to help penetrate glue into wood I use for my cane handles, as some burls have a lot of holes and I’m spending a lot of time applying layers of epoxy.
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David
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mmh -
Great suggestion regarding more detail of the lumber . . .
As it turns out I came prepared to shot some video and even an interview. However this is a small rural business and I could tell that that wasn’t going to be the best approach. As it was, he agreed for me to take a few photos after my lumber was taken up to the front counter. Hopefully, as I purchase more lumber and develop a good relationship, I will be able to do something more detailed!
David
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gbvinc
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posted 253 days ago
Nice video. Tried their website, but it doesn’t seem to be up. Bummer. Sisters is one of my favorite places also!
WoodSpanker
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Isn’t that on the Santiam Hwy between Lebanon and Sweet Home? I think I recognize it, but I cant tell.
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WoodSpanker
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posted 249 days ago
Of course, lots of little rural mills look strikingly similar.
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David
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WoodSpanker -
Yes, that is the small mill on Santiam Hwy. It is just West of Mehema.
David
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