Happy Halloween Carpenters!
Robby here with info on my next Carpentry Clinic at Piedmont Lumber Co in Walnut Creek. This will be the last one of the season so be sure not to miss it. This November 7th I’ll be using the Kreg pocket jig system to build a face frame cabinet. I love pocket screws and this clinic will definitely show you why. This versatile attachment system is the best advancement in wood working to come along in a long time so be sure to come on down and see how it can make your projects easier, stronger, and go together faster. We start at 10am this time because this is a one part clinic!
See you there!
Robby
Thursday, October 22
Friday, July 31
More details on Saturday's Carpentry Clinic
Hello Finish Carpentry Friends!
Robby here and I'm really excited about this month's free carpentry clinic at Piedmont Lumber in Walnut Creek.
This month we feature one of my favorite projects, wainscot paneling. I'm going to show you three different construction and application techniques. First up is a simple and cost effective (cheap cheap) applied panelling which really gives you a great bang for your buck. Second is a shaker style which works great in a Craftsman Home, featuring the use of Kreg Pocket screw jointery, and third is the classic genuine waiscot panel with raised moulding. Don't miss it!
We start at 10:30am with a break for a BBQ lunch from 12:00pm - 1:00pm, finishing up at 2:30pm. Hope to see you there!
***Bonus 10% off Kreg Pocket Screw Tools, Makita Track Saws & Makita Miter Saws - ONE DAY ONLY, for attendees only!
Robby here and I'm really excited about this month's free carpentry clinic at Piedmont Lumber in Walnut Creek.
This month we feature one of my favorite projects, wainscot paneling. I'm going to show you three different construction and application techniques. First up is a simple and cost effective (cheap cheap) applied panelling which really gives you a great bang for your buck. Second is a shaker style which works great in a Craftsman Home, featuring the use of Kreg Pocket screw jointery, and third is the classic genuine waiscot panel with raised moulding. Don't miss it!
We start at 10:30am with a break for a BBQ lunch from 12:00pm - 1:00pm, finishing up at 2:30pm. Hope to see you there!
***Bonus 10% off Kreg Pocket Screw Tools, Makita Track Saws & Makita Miter Saws - ONE DAY ONLY, for attendees only!
Thursday, July 23
Our Next How-To Clinic - Wainscoting
Our next Free How-To Carpentry Seminar will be on Saturday, August 1st at our Walnut Creek location, held by carpentry enthusiast Robby Myer of Piedmont Lumber and Craftsman Collective. This clinic will cover the basics of designing and installing wainscot panelling featuring Makita Tools.
Part 1: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
BBQ lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Part 2: 1:00p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mark your calendars now - more info to come. We hope to see you there!
Part 1: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
BBQ lunch 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Part 2: 1:00p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mark your calendars now - more info to come. We hope to see you there!
Tuesday, July 14
Tuesday, July 7
Door Clinic Saturday, July 11 at our Walnut Creek Store
Our third in a monthly series of free DIY clinics, this Saturday's seminar will be taught by Robby Myer of Piedmont Lumber & Craftsman Collective and will be all about doors - featuring specialty door tools.
Starting at 10:30 a.m., learn the basics of hanging a prehung interior door and how to build a door or window header. We will also cover the basics of interior door removal and replacement as well as some moulding ideas to dress up your doors. This section of the clinic will be aimed at beginners and semi-experienced DIYers who want to learn additional tips and tricks.
From noon until 1:00 p.m., we'll host a free BBQ lunch, after which we will offer a second clinic on the tricky techniques of machining new door slabs to fit into existing jambs, which should end at 2:30 p.m.
Please join us at 2860 North Main Street in Walnut Creek. You can stop in early or stay late and browse our door and window showroom featuring over 75 display doors, windows samples, over 200 locks and 300 in-stock molding patterns.
For any questions, call Jessica at 925-935-8400.
Starting at 10:30 a.m., learn the basics of hanging a prehung interior door and how to build a door or window header. We will also cover the basics of interior door removal and replacement as well as some moulding ideas to dress up your doors. This section of the clinic will be aimed at beginners and semi-experienced DIYers who want to learn additional tips and tricks.
From noon until 1:00 p.m., we'll host a free BBQ lunch, after which we will offer a second clinic on the tricky techniques of machining new door slabs to fit into existing jambs, which should end at 2:30 p.m.
Please join us at 2860 North Main Street in Walnut Creek. You can stop in early or stay late and browse our door and window showroom featuring over 75 display doors, windows samples, over 200 locks and 300 in-stock molding patterns.
For any questions, call Jessica at 925-935-8400.
Tuesday, June 23
Powertank Review in Journal of Light Construction
Hello Carpenters!
Ever just had a few nails to shoot and wish you didn’t have to drag out the whole compressor setup? We all know how heavy and noisy they are, and what a pain for those times when you just have do a little pickup or a small project. Well, I’ve been using a Powertank for my small jobs, like installing doors, for years. AirResearch, the makers of Power Tank, have developed a line of products just for the construction industry and my review of the products was just published in the Journal of Light Construction. Check it out here:
http://www.jlconline.com/cgi-bin/jlconline.storefront/4a0b264904dc234a27170a32100a059c/Product/View/0905tool
Ever just had a few nails to shoot and wish you didn’t have to drag out the whole compressor setup? We all know how heavy and noisy they are, and what a pain for those times when you just have do a little pickup or a small project. Well, I’ve been using a Powertank for my small jobs, like installing doors, for years. AirResearch, the makers of Power Tank, have developed a line of products just for the construction industry and my review of the products was just published in the Journal of Light Construction. Check it out here:
http://www.jlconline.com/cgi-bin/jlconline.storefront/4a0b264904dc234a27170a32100a059c/Product/View/0905tool
Powertank Review in Journal of Light Construction
Hello Carpenters!
Ever just had a few nails to shoot and wish you didn’t have to drag out the whole compressor setup? We all know how heavy and noisy they are, and what a pain for those times when you just have do a little pickup or a small project. Well, I’ve been using a Powertank for my small jobs, like installing doors, for years. AirResearch, the makers of Power Tank, have developed a line of products just for the construction industry and my review of the products was just published in the Journal of Light Construction. Check it out here:
http://www.jlconline.com/cgi-bin/jlconline.storefront/4a0b264904dc234a27170a32100a059c/Product/View/0905tool
Ever just had a few nails to shoot and wish you didn’t have to drag out the whole compressor setup? We all know how heavy and noisy they are, and what a pain for those times when you just have do a little pickup or a small project. Well, I’ve been using a Powertank for my small jobs, like installing doors, for years. AirResearch, the makers of Power Tank, have developed a line of products just for the construction industry and my review of the products was just published in the Journal of Light Construction. Check it out here:
http://www.jlconline.com/cgi-bin/jlconline.storefront/4a0b264904dc234a27170a32100a059c/Product/View/0905tool
Friday, June 12
Our 75th Anniversary Celebration continues with our current power tool sale!
Come see us at 2860 N. Main Street in Walnut Creek!
This sale is limited to stock on hand - no rain checks.
Prices are good until 6/21/09.
Tuesday, June 9
Another Successful Carpentry Clinic!
Thanks Everyone!
I just wanted to first thank not only those of you who attended our second Walnut Creek carpentry clinic, but also those of you great Piedmont People who helped me put it on. Without the support of these great people it would be impossible to provide these clinics to our valued customers. So thanks to all who helped make our Window Install Clinic another great success!
I was again surprised at the number of you who came out on
such a beautiful Saturday to listen to me babble on about window construction, installation, and waterproofing techniques. The level of participation by you attendees was incredible. The interest you expressed has me adding info to the next window install clinic as I can tell there are a few more topics I need to address (stucco cutting and patching). 
The crowd was great, a lot of new faces, and some really intelligent interaction. I learn so much from the input from the crowd that I actually look forward to doing the clinics.
Thanks again to all who helped put it on and to those of you that gave up a really nice morning to come and check it out. Remember next month, Saturday July 11th, is on installing interior doors. This one actually is a two part clinic with installing pre-hung interior doors and trim details in the morning followed by installing new interior doors into existing jambs after our BBQ lunch.
I hope to see you all there!
Robby
I just wanted to first thank not only those of you who attended our second Walnut Creek carpentry clinic, but also those of you great Piedmont People who helped me put it on. Without the support of these great people it would be impossible to provide these clinics to our valued customers. So thanks to all who helped make our Window Install Clinic another great success!
I was again surprised at the number of you who came out on
such a beautiful Saturday to listen to me babble on about window construction, installation, and waterproofing techniques. The level of participation by you attendees was incredible. The interest you expressed has me adding info to the next window install clinic as I can tell there are a few more topics I need to address (stucco cutting and patching). 
The crowd was great, a lot of new faces, and some really intelligent interaction. I learn so much from the input from the crowd that I actually look forward to doing the clinics. Thanks again to all who helped put it on and to those of you that gave up a really nice morning to come and check it out. Remember next month, Saturday July 11th, is on installing interior doors. This one actually is a two part clinic with installing pre-hung interior doors and trim details in the morning followed by installing new interior doors into existing jambs after our BBQ lunch.
I hope to see you all there!
Robby
Wednesday, May 27
Schedule change on our next free carpentry clinic
Initially, we'd planned our Wainscoting clinic for Saturday, June 6th, however due to popular demand and vendor representative availability, we've decided to hold our next clinic on Installing Windows.
Learn the basics of installing windows. This
clinic will cover product selection, design
considerations, code requirements, and
different window construction types.
Clinic Part I - 10:30am - 12pm
BBQ Lunch - 12pm - 1pm
Clinic Part II - 1pm - 2:30pm
We will have carpentry clinics at our Walnut Creek Store on various topics over the next few months, due to the overwhelming response we got from our first seminar in May. Keep us bookmarked or follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/piedmontlumber)to find out what sales and events are coming next!
Learn the basics of installing windows. This
clinic will cover product selection, design
considerations, code requirements, and
different window construction types.
Clinic Part I - 10:30am - 12pm
BBQ Lunch - 12pm - 1pm
Clinic Part II - 1pm - 2:30pm
We will have carpentry clinics at our Walnut Creek Store on various topics over the next few months, due to the overwhelming response we got from our first seminar in May. Keep us bookmarked or follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/piedmontlumber)to find out what sales and events are coming next!
Wednesday, May 20
Hello Builders!
Robby here with some great news from Piedmont Lumber Co. We have in stock the new Makita track saw (inset photo).
Robby here with some great news from Piedmont Lumber Co. We have in stock the new Makita track saw (inset photo).
What a sweet tool! After using a track saw for the last few months, I DON’T KNOW HOW I EVER LIVED WITHOUT ONE! I knew from the first time I tried one that we had to get them in the store for our customers. Makita just came out with theirs and it is awesome. The saw is ultra-accurate, comes in a slick systainer case, and has tracks available in a wide variety of sizes. I guarantee, you’ll never rip down a full sheet of plywood with a table saw again. This is the slickest advancement in cutting wood since the compound miter saw. I participated in a review of all the leading brands with one of the editors from the Journal of Light Construction, David Frane. You can read all about the saws performance and features here:
http://www.jlconline.com/cgi-bin/jlconline.storefront/4a12ed12001062d727170a32100a05d8/Product/View/0904plun
http://www.jlconline.com/cgi-bin/jlconline.storefront/4a12ed12001062d727170a32100a05d8/Product/View/0904plun
Of course David did all the work, I just had to stand around and look good! Be sure to come in a grab one of these great tools before we run out. And AS ALWAYS, Thanks for checking us out!
Robby Myer
Monday, May 18
How to Repair Delaminating Veneer
Quick fix to use in the field, in a shop or in your home with a few inexpensive household objects.
From our sister company, Craftsman Collective, handling all of our installations.
Thursday, May 14
Saturday and Sunday only - 20% off EVERYTHING at our Lakeport store and yard.
We're a hardware store and full-service lumberyard so you'll find everything you can imagine from hardware to nails, from dimensional lumber to sheet goods. We've got alot of ACE Hardware products, power tools, painting supplies, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies - too much to even begin to list.
The store number is 707-263-8400 if you have any questions or need directions.
We're a hardware store and full-service lumberyard so you'll find everything you can imagine from hardware to nails, from dimensional lumber to sheet goods. We've got alot of ACE Hardware products, power tools, painting supplies, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies - too much to even begin to list.
The store number is 707-263-8400 if you have any questions or need directions.
Monday, May 11
Makita Tool Sale Starts Today! (Monday 5/11 - Saturday 5/16)
9901 — 366613” x 21” Belt Sander
Reg. Price SALE Price
$184.99 $159.99
BO4552— 229661/4” Finish Sander
Reg. Price SALE Price
$59.99 $33.99
6408K — 503393/8” Drill Kit
Reg. Price SALE Price
$ 84.99 $ 68.99
HR1830FX1 —37084
11/16” Rotary Hammer
Reg. Price SALE Price
$179.99 $139.99
LS0714 — 378557-1/2” Miter Saw
Reg. Price SALE Price
$479.99 $409.99
2704X1— 21872610” Table Saw
Reg. Price SALE Price
$629.99 $539.99
Friday, May 8
Saturday, June 6th - Another Exciting Carpentry Clinic at our Walnut Creek Location!
Hello Carpenters!
Fueled by the overwhelming success of our crown moulding carpentry clinic last weekend at our Walnut Creek yard, we’ve gone ahead and scheduled one for next month and in fact for every month of this year! I can’t tell you how excited I am about the great turnout we had. Thank you again too all who braved the rain, and flying nails! (Please stand back!)
Your enthusiasm and the fantastic buzz we have around the store has got me fired up to get another clinic together so Saturday June 6th I’m going to offer two sessions on wainscoting. You’ve always wanted a classic beadboard wainscot in the powder room right? Be here at 10am for that. Or that elegant raised panel wainscot in the dining room? That’s at 1pm, right after the BBQ lunch.
Of course just like last time we’ll have plenty of swag, tool demos, and tricks to share with attendees. Be sure to come, I promise I’ll have a lot more chairs, and more of the tools I use in stock and ready to sell. Do I need a bigger tent too?
Please call us with any questions at 925-935-8400. Look forward to seeing you there!
Fueled by the overwhelming success of our crown moulding carpentry clinic last weekend at our Walnut Creek yard, we’ve gone ahead and scheduled one for next month and in fact for every month of this year! I can’t tell you how excited I am about the great turnout we had. Thank you again too all who braved the rain, and flying nails! (Please stand back!)
Your enthusiasm and the fantastic buzz we have around the store has got me fired up to get another clinic together so Saturday June 6th I’m going to offer two sessions on wainscoting. You’ve always wanted a classic beadboard wainscot in the powder room right? Be here at 10am for that. Or that elegant raised panel wainscot in the dining room? That’s at 1pm, right after the BBQ lunch.
Of course just like last time we’ll have plenty of swag, tool demos, and tricks to share with attendees. Be sure to come, I promise I’ll have a lot more chairs, and more of the tools I use in stock and ready to sell. Do I need a bigger tent too?
Please call us with any questions at 925-935-8400. Look forward to seeing you there!
Tuesday, May 5
Wow! I must say I was impressed (and a bit overwhelmed).
Despite the rain and overall crummy weather our first Carpentry Clinic in our Walnut Creek store was a huge success. The Crown moulding clinic was standing room only! We actually had to set up another tent to keep all the attendees from standing in the rain. Was it the freebies or my engaging presentation?
A big thanks to Paul and the folks at BOSCH Tools for their support and participation and to all you folks that braved the weather to check us out. We look forward to seeing you all again next month when we put on our Wainscot clinic! We’ll be sure to rent a lot more chairs! Thanks again for your tremendous support!
Robby Myer
Despite the rain and overall crummy weather our first Carpentry Clinic in our Walnut Creek store was a huge success. The Crown moulding clinic was standing room only! We actually had to set up another tent to keep all the attendees from standing in the rain. Was it the freebies or my engaging presentation?
A big thanks to Paul and the folks at BOSCH Tools for their support and participation and to all you folks that braved the weather to check us out. We look forward to seeing you all again next month when we put on our Wainscot clinic! We’ll be sure to rent a lot more chairs! Thanks again for your tremendous support!
Robby Myer
Wednesday, April 29
75 Years and Counting!
Hi! My name is Robby Myer and my family owns and operates Piedmont Lumber Company.
This weekend we’re kicking off our 75th Year anniversary celebration. Wow, 75 years! To celebrate we’re having specials and events all month long.
Starting this Saturday May 2nd I’ll be putting on two seminars for DIY’ers. How to build a deck right, from 10-12 Noon, followed by a free lunch; then from 2-4 we’ll shift gears and focus on installing crown molding.
I welcome you to come on down and check us out. We look forward to seeing you then!
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