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Reviews for Purple Heart 4/4 Lumber

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65 Reviews
97%
Overall
5 / 5
September 30th, 2021
Verified Buyer
pecivil
York SC
Hobbyist Woodworker
good stuff
Another excellent purchase and fast shipping.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
September 16th, 2021
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Bmk
Michigan
Purple Heart
The Purple Heart lumber pack was as good as I had hoped. I'm very pleased with what was sent to me
5 / 5
June 25th, 2021
Verified Buyer
B-Diggity
n/a
PURPLEHEART IS AWESOME!!!!!
The purpleheart lumber that came is exactly how I imagined it. Beautiful color, great grain pattern and more than I expected!
5 / 5
May 14th, 2021
Verified Buyer
Kristen
MN
New Woodworker
Purple Heart Lumber Piece
The well packaged piece of purple heart wood arrived fairly promptly. (We are in a pandemic, after all.) It was a beautiful piece with gorgeous grain and a lovely color. It was in perfect condition, no splitting, irregularity or other problems. I look forward to working with it.
Familiarity: I haven't used it yet
5 / 5
April 18th, 2021
Verified Buyer
Pecivil
South Carolina
Hobbyist Woodworker
Purple Heart on sale!
Another great score on some awesome purpleheart! This was my 2nd order and the boards I received were outstanding, just like my first order. This is my “go to" place for wood now.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
April 18th, 2021
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Woody
San marcos Ca
Nice wood
Nice lumber easy to work with
5 / 5
April 14th, 2021
Verified Buyer
OS
Arizona
Purpleheart is wonderful
Ordered small amount of purpleheart mostly for small projects and it is wonderful. Arrived earlier than expected and was in great shape. It was only 5 board feet but it will cover what is needed. great job!
5 / 5
April 8th, 2021
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Geeps
Wisconsin
Nice
Very nice and straight. No warp or cupping.
4 / 5
February 27th, 2021
Verified Buyer
Art
Hinckley Utah
Semi-Professional Woodworker
don't have a title
the color will work for what i need thanks
Familiarity: I haven't used it yet
5 / 5
December 23rd, 2020
Verified Buyer
Molinaro13
Hazleton PA
Hobbyist Woodworker
Loved it!!
Wood was absolutely beautiful and finished it looks amazing.
Familiarity: I haven't used it yet
5 / 5
December 5th, 2020
Verified Buyer
Richard walker
Washington
wood
It was roughly planed and one of the straight edges you cut was far from straight. The wood was fantastic . wonderfully varied and I got more than expected. I have been equally happy with the walnut and cheery I've ordered as well. I wouldn't even think about sourcing elsewhere at this point. I want, as well, not to ever get optimistic delivery predictions. You guys should regularly adjust those dates to reality.
4 / 5
December 3rd, 2020
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Carkids
Congress,Az
???
I didn't order enough, but it's OK because I had nothing in mind to make out of it!
5 / 5
November 19th, 2020
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cody
satellite beach
Enthusiast Woodworker
Purple heart
very good looking wood. Came in a little twisted. I got 1x6x 8. Overall I like what I got for the price. I recommend trying, might not be perfect but what the hell.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
November 12th, 2020
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david
vidalia louisiana
New Woodworker
great wood!!
best i've found online
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
4 / 5
June 9th, 2020
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Gene
El Paso TX
Fairly Happy
I was very pleased with the board that I received. It's just a shame that it took a month to get it!
5 / 5
April 24th, 2020
Verified Buyer
Gene
n/a
Hobbyist Woodworker
Beautiful Wood.
Absolutely gorgeous wood. It is and eye grabber. So far it had been easy to work with on my table saw and chop saw .
Familiarity: I've used it in several projects
5 / 5
April 23rd, 2020
Verified Buyer
Michael alguire
n/a
The project
The Purple Heart arrived just as good as my padauk and got started on my project right away as i said on my padauk review I'll post pictures on Instagram
5 / 5
March 3rd, 2020
Verified Buyer
Ed
South Carolina
Purple Heart beautiful
Couldn't be more pleased!
5 / 5
February 17th, 2020
Verified Buyer
John
n/a
Purple Heart 4/4
Top-notch Lumber
5 / 5
February 11th, 2020
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Adrian
Texas
wood
was good
5 / 5
January 22nd, 2020
Verified Buyer
Just marc
Vero beach fl
Owner of Marc's hole in the wall
Great material, good prices, and service was excellent. Felt like family.
4 / 5
December 17th, 2019
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Rick
Iowa
Latest Order
I received very nice boards, though slightly duller than my last order of Purpleheart. Every order I've placed has arrived in great shape, very well packed.
5 / 5
November 17th, 2019
Verified Buyer
Tom
MA
Hobbyist Woodworker
First Order
This was my 1st order which included both Purple Heart and Black Walnut. Both the Black Walnut and the Purple Heart were delivered blemish free and undamaged, neither too dry nor too much moisture. It was a pleasure and I will order more products in the future. Based on my first order, I would recommend Woodworkers Source, especially for exotic woods.
Familiarity: I haven't used it yet
5 / 5
October 24th, 2019
Verified Buyer
silver fox
Tx.
Purple Heart
Great quality,
5 / 5
October 23rd, 2019
Verified Buyer
Bill
Virginia
Enthusiast Woodworker
Perfect service
10 bf of purple heart arrive quickly and in perfect shape. Color and grain matched on all 4 boards.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
July 5th, 2019
Verified Buyer
Joe
Mimbres NM
Purple Heart
I love this wood. Most people love the purple color and don't think it is natural. It turns great.
5 / 5
April 1st, 2019
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JJ
Georgia
Great
Good solid wood
5 / 5
January 23rd, 2019
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GFrog
Monterey CA
Beautiful piece of Purple Heart
Could not have been more pleased with the selection. Lovely grain and color and just what I needed for the accent in the headboard.
5 / 5
December 28th, 2018
Verified Buyer
JAMEY
Tallahassee FL
New Woodworker
Straight and minimal imperfections
This was my first project using purple heart. I made flight boards for displaying wine glasses or shot glasses. The boards I received had a minor twist, which was easily remedied with a little planing. I finished with poly spray and the boards elicit oohs and aahs. The "waste" was glued up and I'm making salt and pepper shakers.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
September 26th, 2018
Verified Buyer
Stuart
SW Florida
Hobbyist Woodworker
Purple heart wood order
I am very happy with the order. The packaging protected the wood perfectly during shipping. I wouldn't have ended up with better wood if I had selected it myself in the store. I just wish I were closer to the store.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
April 23rd, 2018
Verified Buyer
Jake
Wisconsin
Nice!
Very pretty boards! I'm looking forward to working with it!
5 / 5
February 11th, 2018
Hammacca
Mount Airy MD
Semi-Professional Woodworker
Absolutely Beautiful
This is an extremely dense, beautiful wood. Will definitely be ordering more. Never seen a more beautiful wood to work with.
Familiarity: I've used it in several projects
5 / 5
January 31st, 2018
Verified Buyer
n/a
Myrtle Creek Oregon
Gold Medal for Purple Heart
The footage I received was perfect. The lines were clean and straight. I have already made several cutting boards and am pleased with the results. The quality of wood from Woodworkers is incredible.
5 / 5
January 24th, 2018
Verified Buyer
Wayne
ME
Purple Heart 4/4
Just what I required and requested. Fast delivery. Will order again in the future. Thanks.
3 / 5
June 6th, 2017
Verified Buyer
Brian
USA
Hobbyist Woodworker
Purpleheart
The purpleheart board I received was not straight. It had several issues. WWS does work with you and do their best to satisfy your order. I think they were just at the end of their inventory and my order was placed before the new shipment came in.
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
May 17th, 2017
Verified Buyer
Kcwood
Chicago
4/4 purple heart
Was very impressed with this purchase! Quality exceeded expectations. Using wood with 5 other types to make an end grain cutting board.
5 / 5
April 18th, 2017
Verified Buyer
lobatse
stuttgart germany
purple heart board
Excellent value, quickly shipped and a beautiful board.
5 / 5
December 1st, 2016
Verified Buyer
Tj
Deatsville Alabama
Don't buy Anywhere else!
The products are outstanding . I live in Alabama and this is my source for fine, exzodic wood! Just ordered a thousand $ worth. The folks , the packaging is professional!!! It's well worth my shipping cost for the Best and Most Beautiful I have Ever Seen , They are Very helpful also Don't Buy Anywhere Else!!!!!!!!!!
4 / 5
November 1st, 2016
Verified Buyer
DENNIS
Mississippi
Stunning but has some issue
I make bowls and this is my first experience with this wood. First it is stunning. The color is just amazing. When using the table saw or router it is imperative that you wear a mask. Just like walnut it is a fine powder and you must take precautions.
5 / 5
September 7th, 2016
Verified Buyer
Thomas
Texas
Enthusiast Woodworker
Beautiful wood
This is some gorgeous wood..can't wait till my project is finished...
Familiarity: I've used it once or twice
5 / 5
July 6th, 2016
Verified Buyer
Joe Gill
Mimbres NM
Purple Heart lumber
Turns nice. Everyone likes the color.
5 / 5
December 21st, 2014
Doris Barzas
eunice LA US
Beautiful
I ordered the Purple Heart wood and am very pleased. The wood is beautiful and the picture online is what I received. Cant wait to build my coffee table....
5 / 5
April 19th, 2014
Ken
Colville WA USA
very pleased
I started a project that called for some purple heart. the piece that was sent was perfect. And if I don't make to many mistakes I will ever have some left over!
5 / 5
April 30th, 2013
John Prebish
Spokane Washington United States
Purple Haze
The quality, grain pattern, color and cut are extraordinary. Quality is of the utmost importance for me, since I build heirloom furniture. I know this will be a peice to be admired for generations.
5 / 5
April 12th, 2013
TAT
Las Vegas NV USA
Purple Heart plank
Great color and good grain
5 / 5
January 18th, 2013
Megan
Marquette MI USA
Hobbyist Woodworker
Exactly what I wanted - made for a perfect Christmas present :)
Absolutely beautiful! Rich color and wonderful visual texture. When I asked for the biggest piece you had, you really did take care of me :) My girlfriend used purple heart when she was in Iraq but hadn't found it since - you really did make her Christmas - thank you!
Familiarity: I've used it in several projects
5 / 5
September 27th, 2012
Tom
Pomeroy Ohio U.S.A.
Purple Heart 4/4 Board
Very nice. Exceeded my expectations. The board was perfect in length, width, and overall quality. You are definitely my "go-to" source for unusual lumber! Kudos! Am soon to "play" with it; can't wait much longer. (My full-time job is to preach The Word; when I can indulge it, my hobby allows me to cut the board--& make things with it!)
5 / 5
August 7th, 2012
Barry
AMBLER PA USA
Purple is an understatement
I'm building small (10" long) wooden race cars for my grandkids. I face join 3-4/4 boards to form the body. Two maple and, for the boys, cherry to make a center stripe. For my granddaughters I decided to make the center strip with Purple Heart. I haven't used it yet but it is a an absolutely beautiful piece of lumber. I can't wait to begin working with it. I've done some research and found that it is very hard and tends to dull cutting tools so I'll make sure I use sharp saw and router blades.
5 / 5
July 26th, 2012
rr
Kingston Wa USA
Outstanding wood
I was surprised and the width of the board I received. Very good quality
5 / 5
February 1st, 2012
Len
Wintersville Oh US
Excellent lumber purchasing experience.
I was very pleased with everything from the quantity, quality and packaging of this product.
5 / 5
January 19th, 2012
Len Piko
WINTERSVILLE OH US
Great lumber buying experience!!!
I purchased purpleheart and maple of the same dimension. It was flawless and actually received more length than I requested. You guys get high marks for a job well done. I definitely will be making more purchases from you.
5 / 5
January 11th, 2012
AD
n/a
Semi-Professional Woodworker
Great looking lumber! (only had one issue)
I ordered a couple bf of this in one piece about 37" long and the color is great! However, I actually couldn't use it for the original project because it looked like it had been sniped by a planer pretty deep for about the last 6" on one end. I still give it 5 stars because the rest of the wood was so nice. I ended up making something else out of what was usable. But I will say i've used woodworkers source several times and always gotten really great lumber!
Familiarity: I've used it in several projects
5 / 5
November 10th, 2011
BCF
Baton Rouge LA USA
Beautiful!
Very nice cut. Perfectly surfaced. And just smelled like fun.
5 / 5
October 25th, 2011
Rod's Wood Shop
Fairfax Calif. USA
The Order Was A # ONE as always.....
The very best as always, you guy's do a great job!!!!!
5 / 5
September 21st, 2011
Jack
New York NY United States
purpleheart color
The wood was of good quality but not the rich real purple I'm used to, not something somewhere between a purple and the brown-red of bubinga.
5 / 5
August 15th, 2011
CLE
Asheville NC USA
skateboard
Great product. No problems.
5 / 5
January 20th, 2011
JIM R
Colorado Springs Colorado El paso
first impression
Extremely good lumber and fast courteous service. I now have a new supply for all my wood needs.
4 / 5
December 16th, 2010
T.B
sedgwick KS hv
purple heart
it was pretty good lumber buy it had a bit of a bow to the wood
5 / 5
October 15th, 2010
DTH
Sandwich MA USA
good stuff
my order arived today and it looks great i can't wait to sink my blades in to it.
5 / 5
September 8th, 2010
GARY LEDSWORTH
prescott az usa
just like you said nice pice of wood .Thank You.
good job .
5 / 5
July 13th, 2010
Rod Oates
Fairfax Cal. USA
My first order was recieved in good condition.
The product looks very nice, I can't wait to work with it on a project. I have another order coming, and I can't wait to see the wood. The products you have are very nice, and just what I need to complete my projects.
5 / 5
June 5th, 2010
KCH
Fort Irwin CA USA
Hobbyist Woodworker
Great product, fast delivery!
Exactly what I needed. Not sure you want people to know, but I got a little more board foot than I paid for. Thanks!
Familiarity: I've used it in a LOT of projects
5 / 5
August 22nd, 2009
Greg K.
Hickory NC US
Purpleheart is great
One of my favorites. Kind of hard to work, with burns easy in the router and table saw. Get great results with a deft spray finish.
4 / 5
April 21st, 2009
Larry Smith
Little Rock AR US
Always have enjoyed prpleheart
Doesn't quite work as nice as cherry or walnut does, but those ain't purple neither. I made a lot of stuff with purplehart. and I keep doing it still. I like it.
4 / 5
April 8th, 2009
Pete Shook
withheld,
Love it
One of my favorite woods. It's not all that nice to work with as it kind of burns easy and it's coarse grained which causes some splinters. But there's something about the way it looks all polished up that gets me to look past its workability shortcomings.