Seeking Quality Wood in Southern Florida

[EdM]

I recently moved to Boynton Beach, and am interested in branching out from pen turning to furniture building.
As expected, the home centers down here don't seem to t carry any wood that is better than mediocre quality for framing and construction.
Can anyone recommend a source for quality wood in my area ?

Thanks!

Ed

 

[EricRN]

I've had good experiences with Bell Forest Products. They are in Michigan, but ship free with orders of over $250 so buy in bulk if you can. Prices seem much more competitive than what I can get at Woodcraft in the DC metro area.

 

[EricRN]

I've also heard good things about Cook Woods although haven't tried them myself. They got some nice looking boards that I might put in an order soon.

 

[Pollock29]

I have purchased quite a bit from Cook Woods and are very pleased with their products. Always running specials and great prices.

 

[kenlholley]

Try Constatines Wood Center of Florida.

1040 East Oakland Park Blvd.
Oakland Park, FL 33334
(954) 561-1716

It's hit or miss with them. But when they are stocked, their wood is beautiful and priced reasonably.
That is where I got all of my wood for my pens.

Also there is Shell Lumber and Hardware.
2733 SW 27th Ave
Miami, FL 33133
(305) 856-6401

They have a good selection of hardwoods too.
Good luck.

 

[GaryMGg]

Sturgis Lumber in Vero on US 1 is about 90-100 miles north of you.
They have a great selection in stock behind the hardware store.
Only thing—not open weekends.

 

[DB in VT]

I recently moved to Boynton Beach, and am interested in branching out from pen turning to furniture building.
As expected, the home centers down here don't seem to t carry any wood that is better than mediocre quality for framing and construction.
Can anyone recommend a source for quality wood in my area ?

Thanks!

Ed

It's a ways off for you but take a trip sometime and check out the Double Eagle Sawmill in Cocoa. CW Bailey is the owner. A slight bit eccentric but well worth your time.