1 Day course
Friday, December 5, 2008   
(Code:AT081205)

Going to the lumberyard for the first time can be challenging. What woods are available? What would work for your project. What sizes does it come in? Can it be milled to size?

We'll take you on a geography trip through the sources and processing of the various hardwoods, softwoods and exotics.

We'll teach you to work from your material list to assess how much raw lumber to buy - to guarantee you won't have to make a return trip. We'll show you how to work through a pallet, sort and assess boards. We talk about reading the grain and how boards can vary in colour and why, sometimes, it might be good to buy more than you need!

There is a large variety of sheet goods (plywood, MDF etc) available now - what's the difference? Which type or types would be best for your project. Again we'll help you through the maze of choices.

In conjunction with our good friends at Edensaw we'll give you a behind the scenes tour of their warehouses, milling operation and present you with the range of services they offer.

You’ll need to bring a packed lunch and a beverage to this course. We’d expect to finish around 3:30.

We meet at Edensaw at 9:00am

You can find Edensaw at 211 Seton Road, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Map

Cost: $30
Material charge: None

Starts at: 9:00 AM
Class size: 15

What to bring:
You should bring a notebook and a pen or pencil.
Dress warmly in layers - it can get chilly in the warehouse.