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Where to Buy Hardwood Lumber In Colorado

Updated: August 23, 2022
Finding hardwood at a reasonable price is hard. Box stores charge a high markup, and local sources take a lot of research. Use this guide to help find quality hardwood lumber near you.
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Where to Buy Hardwood Lumber In Colorado

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Buying hardwood of any quantity is costly. Due to issues from the  pandemic and inflation finding the best hardwood near you at a reasonable price is difficult. In this guide to hardwood in Colorado you’ll find a collection of top hardwood stores in your state (and bordering) to browse prices and stock.

To help your search you’ll find:

  • Price list links when published
  • Key services like surfacing (eg. S3S) 
  • Pick-up vs. delivery
Lastly, with the price of hardwoods even a few dozen board feet can be worth a 1-2 hour drive. And who knows, maybe you’ll find a hardwood for turning, reclaimed lumber or even urban timber for your next project.

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1. Austin Hardwoods

Austin Hardwoods features an extensive supply of hardwoods both domestic and exotic. In fact, they advertise over 7 acres of inventory to supply your projects hardwood and softwood needs.

Price List: No

Online Shopping: No

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2. CS Woods

With one of the more comprehensive selections of live edge slabs CS Woods is worth a stop if your projects aren’t just about standard cabinet making. With live edge wood a trend, CS Woods has a top selection of larger (and smaller) pieces for your table, desk or other project.

And, they ship nationally if you’re searching from afar.

Price List: No

Online Shopping: Yes

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3. Front Range Timber

Specializing in reclaimed wood that ranges from kiln dried shiplap, semi cargo-bed reclaimed wood to the standard barn wood you’ll find unique project opportunities with Front Range Timber.  

Plus, they feature shipping and are big enough they work with commercial contractors for unique store and industrial projects.

Price List: No

Online Shopping: No

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4. Consolidated Hardwoods

With over half a century of experience delivering hardwoods to customers in the Denver area, Consolidated Hardwoods is a true local supplier. And, they feature plywood, veneers and other supplies for your woodworking project.

Price List: No

Online Shopping: No

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5. Sears Trostel Lumber & Millwork

If you are serious about woodworking then you’ll need to make a trip to Sears Trostel Lumber & Millwork. From the standard hardwood and softwood supply to live edge and exotics you’ll find a little bit of everything here.

Price List: No

Online Shopping: No

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6. Baldwin Hardwoods

The Fort Collins area is fortunate to have not one but TWO top notch hardwood suppliers. And with Baldwin Hardwoods using local sourced trees you’ll have a sustainable supplier that uses Black Walnut, American Elm and others to produce local lumber.

Price List: Yes

Online Shopping: No

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7. CO Lumber

CO Lumber is a locally owned supplier that features a good selection of hardwoods, dimensioned S4S lumber, and plywood sheet goods. And, they also offer custom services if your project will involve sanding or planing that your home woodshop won’t support.

Price List: No

Online Shopping: No

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8. Front Range Lumber Company

While the Front Range Lumber Company is a traditional lumber yard first, they offer up an expanding selection of hardwoods. And they advertise (check their site!) a $50 local delivery fee which is a great option if you’re truck-less.

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9. TC Woods (Sawmill)

It’s always good to shop local, and for buying hardwood lumber in Colorado there’s nothing like visiting a sawmill. Which makes TC Woods a great stop on the outskirts of Boulder. From custom milling of your logs to a good supply of local lumber their inventory is worth inquiring about.

Price List: Yes

Online Shopping: No

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10. Rustic Lumber Co

Ast the name implies, Rustic Lumber offers a selection of reclaimed and re-usable wood. From barn wood to siding and live edge slabs you’ll find a unique selection at either their Castle Rock or Grand Junction location.

Price List: Yes

Online Shopping: No

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Resources

There is no shortage of great retailers in Colorado. In fact, of all of the states in the West the Colorado lumber supplier landscape is easily one of the top in terms of both quantity and quality of suppliers. 

Be sure to check out the urban lumber suppliers for locally sourced lumber.

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Popular colorado Hardwood

While most Colorado forests are filled with softwoods, the state tree is a Blue Spruce, one of the more popular western hardwoods is the Black Walnut

And, there are a few sources on this list that feature Black Walnut. And one source is even an urban reclaimed wood.

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