Going to a Hardwood Store for the First Time

Going to a Hardwood Store for the First Time | What it's Really Like

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My previous video about buying wood was mostly focused on buying softwoods like pine and spruce for your woodworking projects. In this video I talk to the owner of a hardwood store to find out what we need to know about buying hardwood lumber. Going to a hardwood store can be intimidating for some people, myself included. We don't know what to ask, what types of lumber to buy and we can even be afraid that we will look foolish. Mark, the owner of Working the Grain hardwoods, puts those fears at ease in this video. Mark explains the process of buying wood locally and online. Mark also explains the terminology hardwood dealers use, how to calculate board feet and the species of wood you can buy from him locally and online. We also discuss the best hardwoods for beginner woodworkers as well as exotic hardwoods. Amazon and other affiliate links are used in this description and they help support this channel.
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:15 Why It's Intimidating Going To Hardwood Store
2:18 Dos and Don'ts of Hardwood Stores
4:06 How to Figure Board Feet on Hardwood
5:50 Buying Quality Wood Online
7:55 Hardwood for Beginner Woodworkers
8:33 Where Does Spalted Wood Come From
10:48 Why is Baltic Birch 5x5
13:07 Most Fun Hardwood Name
13:38 What is 4/4 or 8/4 hardwood
14:33 Hardwood Species Available in Store
15:47 Purple Heart Wood
17:54 Hardwood and Exotic Wood Pen Blanks
18:45 Pre Made Cutting Board Kits
20:38 Don't Use a Planer on Maple

Пікірлер: 489

@731Woodworks 2 жыл бұрын

5 Hardwood Buying Mistakes: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/prOll7CcyKqYaWQ.html

@welshknight1456 2 жыл бұрын

I've often wondered why Americans call their sizes with smallest number first e.g. 2x4 whereas in UK they call it by biggest number first e.g. 4x2

@T1COSHARK 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most educational videos for beginner woodworkers on KZfaq. You went straight to the source and he educated us so well on hardwood. I know that I definitely felt intimated even thinking about going to shop at one of these lumber stores. Thanks Matt for making this video for all of us and Mark for being such a gentleman and walking us thru the process of buying hardwoods. I live in NJ I will definitely be ordering from him one of those kits to make my first cutting board. 👊

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👊

@ZER0MPH 8 ай бұрын

I completely agree.

@kevinwiley5325 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best things I ever did is walk into a hardwood store and tell the fron tdesk guys "hey guys I'm a new woodworker and have never bought hardwood before. Can you help me?". People are always happy to help a beginner who asks for it.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

For sure! Most love to share their knowledge and help.

@holtscustomcreations 2 жыл бұрын

Recently on the privilege of taking my daughter to buy rough son lumber for a project we're working on. It was an eye-opening experience for and a lot of for me.

@evilgoatgarage4193 2 жыл бұрын

I went to my local woodcraft and those guys were awesome I wanted some cut off pieces to use to practice with on my cnc and they hooked me up and gave me a ton of tips glad I went there instead of lowes

@deusvult6920 2 жыл бұрын

Plus they have an interest seeing you grow.

@bcc5701 2 жыл бұрын

@@deusvult6920 thats what I kinda thought. Im finally setting up my garage corner and gettin all my tools together and hoping to be visiting some lumber places next week. If they get me going right ill be loyal for life.

@tedalmeida 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Bentonville and just getting started with wood working. This video was a home-run for me.

@charlesdenny2925 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the comment near the end when doing the bundles Matt you said that you could arrange them in whichever order your wife wants. hahahahaaa

@Mr.GucciClass1A 2 жыл бұрын

Mark was amazing. His knowledge and soothing voice, and demeanor automatically make me feel like I’d want to chat with him and not feel intimidated going to his store. Thanks for the segment; this was very cool.

@CavemanAF 2 жыл бұрын

Love each and every video as I work through your entire posted library. You always spread fantastic information and share your secrets, educating us hobbyists and amateurs. Watching your channel and a select couple of others has honestly, legitimately inspired me to give a woodworking side business another, more focused attempt, as well as getting my channel going again. It's a passion that I've rediscovered, and I love it. Keep it up! You've got a lifetime subscriber.

@johnmanfra4224 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video! I've been looking for a video like this for a long time. I'm happy I follow you and I'm happy you went out of your way to find someone to actually explain this stuff to

@crustycurmudgeon2182 Жыл бұрын

Been a fan for a few months, just found this one. That was GREAT! The absolute most informative I've seen of any YT video discussing hardwoods. TYSM, Matt, for producing this!

@rhaynes4 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks for sharing and thanks to Mr. Mark for investing his time in this community.

@evelynmueller6523 3 жыл бұрын

found a ton of value in this video...I'm one of those beginners that feel a little small walking into a place like this....thanks for the tips !

@LYTOMIZE_Woodshop 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this, Matt - I've been waiting for this video since you said it was coming and it exceeded expectations. I have a similar store here nearby in Ottawa and they seem to have the same approach as these guys. I can't wait to take on my first hardwood project once my shop build is done (construction started yesterday!!!) THANKS AGAIN!

@houseofnambili8423 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! This was an amazing crash course on hard woods! I definitely feel confident to shop at my local hard wood store for my work bench project! Thank you both so very much for sharing this information!

@stephencromer1526 2 жыл бұрын

Matt, you’re awesome. Always so much good information, every time. Thanks to this, I’m heading out in the morning to try my hand at getting my first hardwoods. Keep being awesome, and god bless!

@Stewarts_Woodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for such an informative video. As a “newer” woodworker, this answered several of the hardwood questions that I still had unanswered or unsure. You were spot-on with all your questions and Mark was obviously an expert in his field. Really enjoyed the hardwoods tour also, and had to hit “pause” again and again to read all the cool hardwoods’ information. Been enjoying all of your interview videos. Take care and God bless!

@bledrestman Ай бұрын

I've only just started with woodworking. After working in IT for years I need something to keep me out of computers and so far I am absolutely in love with the craft. This is a great video for anyone learning about the differences in wood and what wood to pick for projects. Right now I'm just using construction grad 2x4s lol.

@gaylewilliams7353 3 жыл бұрын

Working the Grain is only a 20 minute drive from my house but I didn't know about them until you told me, Matt. Thanks! I've been there twice in the last two weeks. Great selection, great service!!!

@BirrDetonator1989 2 жыл бұрын

You guys have no idea how lucky you are to have this stock so close to home. Some beautiful woods

@tigerdoc1846 2 жыл бұрын

This is probly the best and most informational videos I’ve seen. Thank you!

@kyleglueckert6346 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you taking the time and making this video. It was very educational and a lot of helpful information. This was a great idea for a video and looking for more educational and informative ideas you come up with. Thank you again Matt.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@rogercowart2493 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video so much . Great questions and answers. Mark is so knowledgeable on wood. Thanks so much for sharing. I love your channel. 👍😉

@markgrowden3418 2 жыл бұрын

I’m not even through with the video and had to post. THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO! It has answered many of of concerns with hardwoods. I have been building out my shop, and now I am ready to start woodworking! Thank you!

@brandonhuisenga739 3 жыл бұрын

man, what a great and informative video. I recently made my first trip to a hardwood dealer and i felt super anxious about it. This video address almost everything i was anxious about. you're awesome.

@RKELLEHER40 3 жыл бұрын

Howdy, Brother! I truly appreciate y'all taking to time to introduce local hardwood stores. Mark, the owner of Working The Grain Hardwoods is very knowledgeable and a fantastic resource.

@wilsonroadwoodworks 3 жыл бұрын

I'm rather puzzled by why ten people would thumbs-down this video. It was well produced, provided clear answers to what I imagine to be common questions, and didn't have a bunch of idle chit-chat. Perhaps they are more advanced and didn't like it because they already know the answers, but in that case they should just stop watching. Some folks just gotta be haters! Great job Matt & Thanks for all you do for the community!

@missygold9315 3 жыл бұрын

Jealousy

@07zx6stunter 2 жыл бұрын

Those 10 people probably hate cops.!! So they hate that he builds thin blue line flags.. it’s ok though there’s enough of us who support Matt and his channel and stand behind him in why he became a woodworker. From one Officer to another- love your channel Matt.!! Keep up the good work.

@731Woodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@MrCpumedic 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, information is shared very well - will be visiting Mr. Mark to purchase. Thank you Matt & 731 Woodworks Team for putting this together!

@nycenj3974 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely one of the best videos I've ever seen... Fantastic fellas thank you... 🤙

@GraffWoodshop 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thanks for doing this interview! Looking forward to more videos like this in the future.

@csranch2000 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Matt. I have had several questions that were answered in your video. Thanks for taking the time to do a video for those of us intimadated by the rough cut lumber. I was not aware they would do s3s on hardwood. Makes not having a jointer not so big of a problem.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@cullenbohannon7099 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video. I'm just starting on my woodworking journey and I don't know much about hardwoods. This was sooooo helpful as I'm currently seeking out local places to buy hardwoods for my projects.

@VULECODIY 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Matt for making this video! It was so helpful.

@JasonPeltier 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, Matt! I absolutely love bloodwood. The chatoyancy that it has is amazing! It shines bright in the direct sunlight. And so in learning how to work with it, I found out that it has a lot of oils in the surface like your friend was talking about. Acetone is the solution! I pour some on the bloodwood and the clear acetone turns blood red just like the wood. Then once the wood gets a little "dull", I know I can start my 7 coats of 100% pure tung oil. Try it out on one of your mallet builds!

@keithc6370 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this particular video. Answered a lot of my hardwood questions, and I'll check out his site.

@coleasikes 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and informative video! I'm new to woodworking and it's nice that Mark's shop is only 15 minutes away from my house here in Bentonville! Can't wait to go explore, buy and learn more. Thanks for the video

@williamkimmins3737 2 жыл бұрын

This is really helpful. I have been building decent looking stuff from home center lumber for years but finally moved to a place where I have a couple of premium hardwood dealers within easy driving distance. I felt that "what if I look dumb" thing, and there's a lot to think about when you go in. This was great.

@michella0909 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the very valuable info to a "very beginner". A hardwood store is somewhere I have not yet visited because I am the lack of information I have. Now I think im equipped with the correct questions and lingo. Thanks again!

@Whiskeywoodworks Жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for this video!! 🎉 very informative

@kevinrich4637 Жыл бұрын

Great information! Thanks Matt!

@nickmyatt 2 жыл бұрын

I went into my first dedicated hardwood store last week. I noticed nothing had a price or information. When I asked the employee there he looked at me like I was an idiot and pretty much refuse to help me. I walked out. Today I went into a different hardwood sore and it was the exact opposite. Everything was labeled with a price. The employees were super friendly and helpful and even offered to teach me about some of the woods. I definitely think that there are stores or beginner Woodworkers and there are stores that could care less about beginning Woodworkers. I watched this after going to the first store buy before going to the second store. The small amount of knowledge this video contains is extremely valuable to a new woodworker. Thanks clamps.

@731Woodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@jameskass4415 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos, Matt, very informative and a big help. Blessings to you and Mrs. 731!

@robwiencek9608 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!! My mind was blown a couple times. The explanations were very understandable!! Best hardwood video I’ve watched!!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Mark is a natural born teacher. He's got a gift for sure!

@kelley55rn 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! It answered alot of my questions.

@json218 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thanks for answering my questions man!

@markp6062 3 жыл бұрын

Very Informative. thanks for sharing!

@5four 2 жыл бұрын

wow ... a wealth of knowledge right there . thanks for the hardwood tutorial !

@IvanWizard-Karl 3 жыл бұрын

this dude seems very chill and knowledgeable, wish he worked in the yards in my area haha

@danielhayes8558 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a great idea for a video and you're the first I've seen make one. I was just complaining about how intimidating lumber yards can be. I eventually emailed one and let them know my questions may be extremely basic, but to answer them like I was a 5 yr old. They were very helpful and made me feel more comfortable about it. I was upset that they wouldn't give me a price list even though I told them I knew the prices constantly changed and they still gave me prices for the 6 woods I specifically asked about. It would be really nice starting out to just have a general idea of wood costs in my area for certain species. Very cool that he provides that list. Also learned not everything should go through my benchtop planer and some woods need to be cleaned before glue ups. GREAT VIDEO!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Glad the video was helpful to you 👊🏻

@The_Conqueeftador 3 жыл бұрын

Just wait till you get into serious art form lathe turning. Then the true wood hunt begins.

@milesbauerdesigns 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great video! Super informative and helpful to us newer woodworkers, unfamiliar with hardwoods. Thank you very much to you and Mark for taking the time to explain some of the most common questions and confusing terminology. Much appreciated, and now I feel fairly comfortable to go to a hardwood store or purchase some from him online!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jrod5113 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video...man I wish we had a lumber store like this in South Texas.

@snowmannorman8588 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the t-shirts you wear!! They tell a needed story! Merry Christmas!

@stevenfernandez4787 2 жыл бұрын

really good video. more info than ive gotten out of a video in a long time if ever

@mmccorm30 3 жыл бұрын

Man I miss living in Knoxville! They have a massive hardwood store there. I used to go once or twice a week for projects and I'd just end up spending like 2hrs touching everything lol.

@befmx31 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. The variety packs definitely peaked my interest.

@tommyvukovic8940 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting this together sir. This was very interesting and informative. I appreciate your dedication and the content you put out.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@aaronjaggers3117 Жыл бұрын

Always awesome 😎! Thanks again !

@barklordofthesith2997 2 жыл бұрын

I'm very glad to have followed your channel a while back and stumbled across this video. I drive very near to this shop almost daily and more than likely will be buying from them on the regular (assuming that my projects sell) Thanks.

@goodscustomfurniture 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt. That was very interesting to me.

@libertylumberworks 3 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of a sample pack. This would be fantastic for customers to see ideas of what they can get. Great idea....

@doug779 2 жыл бұрын

Great information. Thanks for sharing.

@barrettbryan8905 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a decent drive for you up there! Love the scenery once you get north west of where I’m at in Cabot! I’ll have to check out WTG when I’m up that way next! Thanks for the share!

@justinbaird_ 3 жыл бұрын

Huge value from this video, thanks Matt!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@robeastwood4918 3 жыл бұрын

This was so educational and I'm saving this one for future reference! Thanks so much for making this video!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@michaelprislovsky7463 Жыл бұрын

Working the grain was my first experience with a hardwood store and they must have made a great impression because 3 years later I'm hooked! Can't wait to go back! Another amazing hardwood store in the area is op hardwoods in Springfield. Super knowledgeable there aswell. 10/10 recommend both businesses

@r.burger991 3 жыл бұрын

This was a great interview and video! Very informative. Well done!!!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@rogut8 Жыл бұрын

What a great episode. Thank you

@VerySleepy14 Жыл бұрын

Great content! Very informative. Thank you both!

@shelliehamm6381 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE making projects from spalted maple that I have on my own property in the Pacific Northwest. This was an a appreciated video. Now I want to make a cutting board out of all those African woods. Thanks for sharing!

@robertmcevoy24 3 жыл бұрын

Valuable information Matt , I was looking at the website of all the hardwoods he sells. There is some import information about each type of wood and how it can affect your health. It is so important when cutting exotic wood to mask up and have good ventilation, and take time to wash your hands and arms when finished. I mask up for every wood and I’m installing a hanging air filter . 👊🏻

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

👊

@bigdogwdc 3 жыл бұрын

Now I know how much I don’t know about hardwood, wow! You know? Excellent information and thanks for sharing. That guy was awesome and had plenty to share.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@conrat2000 Жыл бұрын

This is an awesome video. Thanks for sharing

@hansdegroot8549 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting video. Thanks for sharing.

@lawrencelunsford6028 3 жыл бұрын

My hardwood dealer is about 45 minutes from me and is a great guy. All his wood is rough cut, he can surface it for a fee but I've never checked in to that. He also has a "bargain" area with wood that has more knots, splits, etc. that he sells for roughly half of usual board foot price and a bin pallet of useable cutoffs for $1.00 each piece. It helps also to take a tape measure in with you so you can kind of figure out roughly what each board costs so you don't get sticker shock at checkout! :)

@billgalster1674 2 жыл бұрын

@PaganWizard 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, great information. TYVM!!!!

@michiganracer1181 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing.

@kumosworkshop 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, brother. Love the short, by the way. 🤙🏽

@gsnad 3 жыл бұрын

Man, this is such a great video! Lots of great information, and I've learned a lot

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@eddiethomason_ 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video!!!! I actually had a padauk board delaminate!!! Great tip with the acetone!

@arrowdriver 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Need more of that type.

@bellevuesnekkeri 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt for this informative video. Wish I lived close to this store. Mr. Puente has such a relaxing and calm appearance, and NO ONE should be afraid to walk into their hardwood store. This gentleman seems like the best company rep ever.😀👍

@markpuente5569 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words

@relwoodmusic3630 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! I've done all of my projects starting out with Pine from Lowe's. But now I'm wanting to start working with some nicer woods and up my game.

@tommythompson6278 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent information Matt!

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

@curtislondon4642 3 жыл бұрын

A much need and amazing video Sir. Thank you very much

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

@samsiryani9023 2 жыл бұрын

Great information and very helpful honestly for the newly starting out woodsmen. Very cool stuff sir.

@stevemcmillan3222 2 жыл бұрын

outstanding video you truly helped me out with this video....gonna order some stuff from this place!!

@wildearpsadventures4991 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thank you so much for doing this. Helps quite a bit

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@carasmussen27 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you. I learned so much from this.

@jesselifts754 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding info. Thank you both.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@DustyBootsWoodcraft 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I learned more about wood in the 20 minutes than in the last few years!

@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273 2 жыл бұрын

That was ver educational, Thanks 🙏

@KS-gf3tv Жыл бұрын

Really helpful information.

@elitelawn9547 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of good things to know abouw choosing hardwoods.👊😎

@bill50013 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that was so informative. Thank you Matt God bless.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@elboogie2324 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. I learned a lot.

@slove120031 2 жыл бұрын

Woodworker here Just moved to Bentonville, cant wait to go check this place out. Thanks for the great information.

@731Woodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@bobbyjones3683 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm a newbie and this was very helpful.

@mm0901 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video, very informative. Mark has such a soothing, calming voice… and you speak calmly as well… was a very nice contrast to some of the woodworking videos that use heavy metal music and high energy speaking, sometimes yelling, to get their info across. Just subscribed!

@731Woodworks 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@manuelrosquete6818 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty good video , I really liked it 👍🏻

@partsdave8943 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Well done and very informative! Thanks for the info.

@731Woodworks 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@keithatkins7883 Жыл бұрын

I just recently discovered Woodcraft and have only been to their website a few times. I do want to go to the store to check it out and since I live only about 45 minutes away I will be able to do that. However, your video and information have been very helpful and now I know what to expect. Thanks for the video and these type of videos will be very helpful.