I’ve been to a few Chicago area hardwood dealers recently looking for walnut to make a sleigh bed. I needed a number of pieces in 8/4, 6/4 and 5/4. I was extremely disappointed at the low quality of the walnut available. Lots and lots of sapwood, faded walnut color and unattractive irregular grain.
Did I just come across a few bad batches or wood or is this a growing problem across the country?
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mahogany too
Genuine mahogany is getting scace in any dimension but 4/4. 6 & 5 were sold out in the Huntington Beach area. Only Austin Hardwood carries it such that you can sort thru the boards.
Forrest
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