Jill's question about *remodeling* just got answered on Aardvark!

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Jan 27, 2010
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Jill B.
35 / F / Minneapolis, MN
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Knows about: kids • cooking • Alaska

2 Qs in last few weeks

I'm building my own dining room table, a rustic farmhouse style. What type of wood would be best or where is the best place to find used wood?
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    Friend 1
    F / Bozeman, MT
    black walnut. It looks GREAT and is heavy and durable. If using a stain, it turns out just beautiful. And it is also a tradition wood used for this kind of thing. It is very heavy, and can be a bit pricey but if it is a table you will have for the rest of you life, it might be worth it. You can buy it at lumber stores.
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    Jill B.
    35 / F / Minneapolis, MN
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    Knows about: kids • cooking • Alaska

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    Ooh, thanks! This is my first "big" project. I'm going on a hunt this weekend for some lumber. Thanks for the info!
    Friend 1
    F / Bozeman, MT
    no problem. happy to help if you have any other questions. my boyfriend builds furnature and thats his wood of choice and its just beautiful.
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    Friend 2
    33 / M / Atlanta, GA
    I used an old farm door. Doors made pre-1980 were very sturdy and make great tables. Look cool too.
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    Jill B.
    35 / F / Minneapolis, MN
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    Knows about: kids • cooking • Alaska

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    Thank you! Hhmmm. That would be ideal, but I have no idea where to get one....and I'm from farm country!
    Friend 2
    33 / M / Atlanta, GA
    Well, you could dress up like a ninja in black and "acquire" a local barn door. Or....... you could put an add in a chuch bulletin. Or check the local antique store.

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