Author Archives: Jennifer Alger

Imagine If California Milled its Own Urban and Salvaged Trees?

What if statement to imagine the benefits if California milled its own urban and dead trees. More jobs, stronger economy, lower emissions, less waste, local wood for local people, more carbon stored.

Imagine If California Milled Its Own Urban & Dead Trees? Unlocking the local, environmental, and economic potential of trees already around us 🪵 California’s Lumber Supply Problem Why Is California Importing 80% of Its Lumber? California is a massive state with abundant natural resources, yet we import around 80% of our lumber. This means most […]

Urban Wood Cookies!!

3 people in front of 9 foot diameter giant sequoia log

From Fallen Giants to Functional Art: Our Journey with Salvaged Wood Cookies.​ If you’ve been following us on social media, you’ve probably seen the stunning slices of wood we call “cookies” popping up more and more. These cross-sections of salvaged logs aren’t just beautiful—they tell a story of sustainability, legacy, and creative reuse. Each of […]

Dive into Creativity with Our Ocean Epoxy Pour Coaster Class!

Join us for our Ocean Epoxy Pour – Coasters class and discover the art of creating stunning ocean-inspired coasters using epoxy, mica powder, and dyes. What You’ll Learn: Fundamentals of Epoxy Art: We’ll guide you through the process of creating beautiful ocean-themed art. Hands-On Experience: Learn how to prep and clean the board, then mix […]

BladeSharp for Wood-Mizer Blades, shipping special

BladeSharp details for sharpening blades

For July 2024, Wood-Mizer California is offering a special shipping rate of $28.00 for both inbound and outbound blades up to 196″ in length, provided they are in the original Wood-Mizer box with the same quantity as when new. This offer is valid with NEW UPS pre-printed labels only, (the old FedEx labels will be […]

Craft Your Own Table: Join Our Table Making Class on May 11th!

Ever wanted to make your own furniture, or work with live edge urban wood? Then this class is a must for you. In this table making class you will learn how to work with live edge wood that was rescued from local Yuba County walnut orchards that were destined to be piled and burned onsite. […]

Discover the Magic of Bowtie Inlays: Join Us at USRW Urban Wood Store!

Join us for an inlay demo and Woodworker Meetup Bowties are a visually appealing way to prevent wood from continuing to crack where an existing crack has formed. Michael, our in-store Wood Products Director, will demonstrate how to use a bowtie inlay template and router to create this visually stunning effect. Whether you’re a woodworking […]