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I need to construct 2ea. approx 24"X42" Oak Vanity Countertops. Would like to use 1.25" or 1.50" thick by 8" wide planks. This is a small quan. and hard to find. Any suggestions..attached image referes. I reside in Lake Havasu City, AZ and come to Pahrump via Las Vegas about once a@ month. I do not have a thickness planer.
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Hi Roger,
Gorgeous countertop, love that sort of design.
Another lumberyard has disappeared from LV, but luckily, there are still a few where you can buy some Oak. I would try Peterman Lumber, they're located at 4444 W. Russel, near Arville. Very easy to find, and they stock some very nice product. Their number is 702-430-3433, ask for Jeremy, if you're going to call ahead.
Also, right around the corner from them is Rugby Supply, I don't have more info but you can Google them. They often have better product, for slightly less money, but they limit the species that they carry. For Oak, you shouldn't have any problem.
Good luck, hope this helps.
Jamie in Vegas
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Jamie Yocono
Wood It Is! Custom Cabinetry
Las Vegas, NV
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Jamie Yocono
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Woodworker, Furniture designer/builder, industrial arts educator. Bachelor degree in Furniture Design, and journeyman carpenter, with a 4 year apprenticeship. Currently owner of custom furniture/cabinet shop in Las Vegas, NV. Can answer most woodworking questions EXCEPT those regarding repairs, refinishing, and antiques.
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Bachelor in Furniture Design - Ohio University (1980)
Journeyman Carpenter, Local 639
Adult educator - Developed adult education woodworking program for the University of Akron, and taught classes there for 9 years.
Opened a private woodworking school in Las Vegas, NV and teach private and semi-private lessons. In 2011, I will begin teaching UNLV woodworking classes at my school. Sweet!
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Furniture Society
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Tile Design and Installation Magazine (Article on inlaying tile into wood)
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Journeyman Union Carpenter
Bachelors degree in Furniture Design (Ohio University)
College of Hard Knocks!
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