Hey everyone! There's a woodshop nearby that's closing down and they're selling their stock of East Coast hardwood at just $3 per board foot. Most of it looks like S1S 5/4. I'm wondering if this is actually a great deal? Should I grab as much as possible while I can? I'm thinking even if I don't use it, I could always sell it later and at least break even. What do you all think?
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If you can get oak, maple, walnut, and cherry that's at least 5" wide, go for it! At that price, you can't really lose. It’s a solid deal if you're getting good quality hardwood.
I'd definitely go for it, but make sure to check what type of hardwood it is first. If they have good stuff like walnut, white oak, or cherry, then snag as much as you can fit! But if it's more common woods like maple or red oak, it might not be as exciting. Just be cautious of what you're buying!
I once scored big with some abandoned wood from a kiln, got tons of cherry, walnut, maple, and oak, probably around 2,000 board feet! So yeah, if you find decent wood here, it's totally worth buying!
You should definitely buy as much as you can! That's way cheaper than what I usually pay around here. I've had a tough time finding decent maple and walnut, so this sounds like a golden opportunity!
It really just depends on your area and the types of wood they're selling. In my experience, red oak and maple go for about $3/bf normally, but walnut can be much pricier. If you have the space and it looks good, I'd say buy a lot! It's better than the prices you might find elsewhere.
Tell me about it! The best I can find nearby is $8/bf for maple. I feel like I need to travel far to even find decent prices.