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drmeow

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4. Thanks for the suggestion.

Wed Jun 19, 2019, 08:05 PM

Jun 2019

I thought about that but I'd probably have to buy more wood than I need. Although I don't need a piece that is the full 74 inches, I'd prefer the pieces to be at least 25". Most of the primed pieces I saw were at least 6' and usually 8' or even more. Their cutting equipment didn't look like it could cut a 6" board on the long side - but maybe I was wrong. I could go back and check. I'd still have to deal with the unfinished cut edge (possibly 2 on 1 piece). I didn't think to look for, say, 3" x 36" to cut into three strips.

I did have them cut some other pieces I needed.

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Where to buy a piece of wood (or substitute) I need [View all] drmeow Jun 2019 OP

Won't Lowes or Home Depot cut the strips for you? Thomas Hurt Jun 2019 #1

Thanks for the suggestion. drmeow Jun 2019 #4

Most of those places, and most hardware stores, will cut a piece for you. The Velveteen Ocelot Jun 2019 #2

Thanks for the suggestion. drmeow Jun 2019 #5

If you have a rotary power saw, you can get a cheap gadget to fit into those... TreasonousBastard Jun 2019 #3

Thanks for the suggestion. drmeow Jun 2019 #6

If there's an actual lumber yard in your area, try them. TygrBright Jun 2019 #7

Thanks drmeow Jun 2019 #8

Did you already buy the shelf piece? What is your desired overall finished dimensions? Hassin Bin Sober Jun 2019 #9

Thanks drmeow Jun 2019 #10