How To Buy Lumber & Plywood At A Hardwood Dealer

In this video I explain all you need to know to understand the world of hardwood lumber when going to a hardwood lumber yard or dealer to pick out your hardwoods or plywood for your next project.

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Videography and Editing: Marlon J Torres

DISCLAIMER: Woodworking and the use of power and hand tools can be extremely dangerous. You are responsible for understanding the safe use of your tools and techniques. Your safety is YOUR responsibility, I accept NO responsibility or liability for any injuries, accidents, death occurring to you or others if you attempt to do the things that I do or use advice that I give.

[HarshathJR]

“Try to pick up after yourself and not leave a mess for the workers, or for the next guy” - life etiquette, not just lumber yard etiquette :)

[l.rod]

🤯 That was a lot of information, I hope I remember at least 1/4 of it when I visit my local hardwood lumber store. Thank you.

[friscoray]

Wow 😬 wish I took woodworking in high school.

[saramulry]

Just found this video and honestly, thank you so much. I've gotten used to being a woman walking into hardware stores over the years, but as I'm now getting into woodworking having an idea of what I'm walking into will make it all the easier and less demoralizing. Heavy applause!

[colby]

I’m having trouble finding your print out. Great video. Finally I know how to ask the right questions!

[Killerator]

I live 30 mins away from Charlotte, and have been absolutely clueless as to this places existence...

and they mill, which is something else I had no idea about. Too bad I can't hit the like button more than once.

[AdamCraigOutdoors]

a good dealer will walk you through things when you aren't sure. 5 years ago i ventured into a lumber yard for the first time and was overwhelmed. They had stacks and stacks of lumber and when asked what i wanted, i had no idea. I paused to think about what i planned on looking to purchase. Ask questions and don't be afraid to look like a novice. They deal with all sorts of people!

[edpawliw]

Best lumber and plywood explanation crammed into 15 minutes

[brentsonworrell]

Well done. Super informative. So many times, YouTube videos are more about the presenter than the subject matter. What a refreshing change!

[ericromano]

This is great. Now I just need to figure out how to load it all into my Kia Rio. :(

[buuddaahh]

Been a hardwood sawyer for the past five years, hard work but a kick ass job, especially when you cut a big piece of 16/4 off a huge red oak cant! Nice video.

[theintelligentcarpenter]

A year later and people are still finding this useful. Thx bro.

[tomlagatol]

Best vid I’ve seen on lumber yard info on YouTube... Great Job, Thanks!

[barrykery]

WOW ! Did I learn a lot ! I'm use to the big box stores where they just stock 3 types of junk lumber, if you're lucky.
I'll have to watch this video a few more times to digest all of the great information. Now the hard a hardwood dealer in this area. That's the hardest part of woodworking for me.
Thanks for the great informative video.

hunt is on ! Barry

[nabicht]

The nearest hardwood dealer to me is less than helpful. I was out of my depth there. This video is exactly what I needed!

[jeffmackdesigns]

Lets all take a shot every time he touches his hands! Just kidding! Great video. Very good info and perfect for anyone just starting out!

[sureshot]

Holy wealth of information. I may have to watch this 100 times. Ha

[Bloodwhiner]

Incredibly helpful video. I'm making my first trip to the lumber mill next week and this will go a long way in making the trip both understandable and helpful.

[GrandPoppyA]

Now that is one of the most helpful videos i have ever seen. Thank you.

[alanbarnhill]

Thanks! Going to a lumber yard for hardwood can be very very intimidating.... Your example is the middle of the pack, fancier and you pay alot more, more basic the prices are great, the staff will get grumpy fast if you get too picky or ask them to lift down too many pallets. We have all three in our area. Never took out a hand plane. Another level is going to a small saw mill. no electricity, cash only fantastic prices with some beautiful wood. Cheers