Koszela Lumber: A Shopper’s Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Exceptional Selection: You’ll find a wide array of domestic and exotic hardwoods, including a rotating stock of impressive live edge slabs. They also carry southern pine, knotty pine tongue and groove, and even railroad ties. The lumber is of significantly better quality than at typical distributors. Three separate buildings house their extensive inventory. The selection also extends to woodworking supplies, hardware, and finishes.
- Helpful and Knowledgeable Staff: Shoppers can expect friendly and helpful staff who are willing to provide tours, answer questions (even the “stupid” ones!), and offer advice. Staff members, like Deb, are particularly knowledgeable about the stock. They’ll go above and beyond to assist you in finding what you need.
- Convenient Services: They offer custom cutting services to fit lumber into even smaller vehicles, accommodating hobbyists without work trucks. Fast delivery is also available; a 5-yard loam order was delivered within three hours.
- Reasonable Prices: While one review noted prices being slightly higher than some distributors, several others emphasize the very reasonable or unbeatable prices, especially considering the superior quality of the lumber and the wide selection of exotic hardwoods.
- Wonderful Atmosphere: The overall experience is described as a “woodworker’s paradise” with a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. It’s a place where you could easily spend hours browsing the unique products.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Slightly Higher Prices (In Some Cases): Be aware that some shoppers have found prices to be a little higher than their usual supplier, though the quality and selection are noted to offset this for many.
