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In Search Of - edgy - 09-30-2021

Hi folks,
I'm needing to build some drawer boxes and thinking Baltic birch is a good way to go. The real stuff; not the Chinese made junk from most of the big box stores.
Only want a few sheets so the wholesale places will probably be out of the running.
I am in Cumberland, Md. Draw a circle with Morgantown, Pittsburgh, Frederick and Winchester at the 3,6,9 and 12:00 positions and that's my
reasonable driving range.
Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Jim

RE: In Search Of - RPE1 - 10-01-2021

(09-30-2021, 10:06 PM)edgy Wrote: Hi folks,
I'm needing to build some drawer boxes and thinking Baltic birch is a good way to go. The real stuff; not the Chinese made junk from most of the big box stores.
Only want a few sheets so the wholesale places will probably be out of the running.
I am in Cumberland, Md. Draw a circle with Morgantown, Pittsburgh, Frederick and Winchester at the 3,6,9 and 12:00 positions and that's my
reasonable driving range.
Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Jim

Yes. Go to a lumber yard. Preferably a hardwood dealer.

RE: In Search Of - JIMB49 - 10-01-2021

(10-01-2021, 07:47 AM)RPE1 Wrote: Yes. Go to a lumber yard. Preferably a hardwood dealer.

Ok You did say Pittsburgh try
http://alleghenyplywood.com/
I have always been able to get just about all the best grades

RE: In Search Of - Snipe Hunter - 10-07-2021

You might try Hicksville Planing Mill north of Hagerstown. (301) 842-3474

It's been several years since I've been there and I honestly don't remember if they carry sheet goods but they might.

They are Mennonite owned and operated so they don't have a website and they don't always answer their phone but you can get through to them. If you have never been there, you owe it to yourself. They are a major supplier to furniture builders, their prices are very fair and they have no problem letting you dig through their stock. It's worth the call.

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