I gave a call to them and Blanton Building in Little River that I got from
that same site (WRCLA) both places said they didn't have any clear planks
but they do have a ready supply of 2x8's in lengths 12'-18'.
I was wondering how much of a difference it makes if I scarf around where I
cut the knots out? I'm thinking if I use the same piece and just cut the
knot out I can probably keep the grain reasonably matched up. Might not be
perfect, but would it be that visible? Do I have any other options? Are
any other wood choices viable that might be more readily available in the
area?
*sigh* It's the little fiddly things like this that I've got no clue about.
-Matt
On Dec 19, 2007 4:21 PM, <WFS03@xxxxxxx> wrote:
> Matt,
> The Western Red Cedar Lumber Association lists a local supplier:
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> *Shuman-Owens Supply Company *
> 1080 Shop road
> Columbia, SC 29201
> US
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> *Tel*: 803-765-9740 *
> Fax*: 803-771-8978
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> See if they have WRC Clear 5/4" x 6" or 4", in 14' or 16' lengths,
> preferably flat-sawn so that you can cut quarter-sawn strips. That way you
> will have roughly vertical grain in your finished strips and the least
> amount of waste. 184 board feet of 5/4"x6" was purchased for USA020 and I
> have approximately 1800' of strips left over for the next boat after
> finishing USA020. Hope that this helps.
>
> Bill Scheumann
> USA020 and USA040
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