See the ceiling lattice in this pic? We are about to build a couple like this soon, and need a couple hundred select cherry slats, all 3/4 x 2-3/4 by about 48 inches, prefinished with a vinyl sealer and a couple coats satin clear conversion varnish.
With limited local sources, only one actually, I used Woodweb’s RFQ system to put the drawings and specs out there and take bid proposals. I couldn’t believe how much interest and how many responses I got, all from well-qualified bidders.
I used the same Woodweb resource to buy some custom veneered wardrobe doors.
All in all, I found dealing with these shops that specialize in architectural millwork and contract furniture stuff, much easier and more professional than dealing with lumberyards and local millwork shops.
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Thanks for that suggestion. I have a lot of local talent in shops here, but plan to keep that one in mind.
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