There is a local store that sells leftover building materials and/or salvaged materials from renovation projects. It is run by the local Habitat For Humanity. They always have lots of lumber in selected bins. The exterior of the wood mostly looks old, weathered, and dusty. The cost is usually cheap, cheap, cheap. I have planer now, so I think this would be a great opportunity.
My question: How do I tell the type of wood? I know I could score some great wood at a great price but I don't know what I would be buying. The grain patterns are usually so obscured, combined with my limited knowledge that I haven't a clue.
I sure would hate to miss an opportunity for some great wood because I could identify it. Are there any websites or books that could help me with this question?
Thanks, Brad