Woodsmith Store

Category:	Lumber Store
Address:	10320 Hickman Rd, Clive, IA 50325, USA
Phone:	+1 515-875-7240
Site:	woodsmithstore.com
Rating:	4.2
Working:	9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–7PM 9AM–5PM 11AM–4PM

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John J

Hands down the best woodworking store I have been to yet! I am an Iowa native that only starting woodworking a year and a half ago, and now that I am out of state, and only started woodworking recently, I am jealous of the natives and locals that can just jump into their vehicles and head to the Woodsmith Store (WS) for something as frivolous as bolt or router bit. When my family and I are heading home to see family, we have to make at least one stop to the WS. The WS carries the upper echelon in woodworking brands as well as carrying quality budget minded tools for those that prefer quality but may only use them periodically. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and know what your talking about when you describe a tool that, "looks like T that goes into the threaded thingy with slot",(T wrench for threaded insert) all while looking like you are playing pictionary with the salesman from the casual shopper. This store has it all from a mini public library devoted to woodworking to webber grills and grilling;to woodworking tools, paints, stains and dyes. They have a huge lumberyard too albeit very pricey/bdft for simple domestics and figured wood. Perhaps I should ask the salesperson what the price of the tiger maple would be per bdft if I could get it without the 24 carat gold in it ? ;) A+

Joshua Cory

Good range of products but very expensive. Nice selection of lumber but also way more expensive than most. I found myself ordering walnut slabs over the phone and having it shipped from North Carolina (was much cheaper even with shipping). The paint/stain department individuals have always been very helpful. Some employees have been very unhelpful in the lumber department. Often seen like they dont have the time to talk to you. Last time I bought some hardwood from their scrap pile (good deals in there) they were confused by their own price sticker and didnt know how much something was. The cashier ended up guessing and asked me "does this price seem fair?" Who knows if I overpaid for the board of not. Will return but mostly because it is the only place in town that has a good selection of lumber. You might want to check around on pricing. Kansas city is only a couple hours away and has cheaper hardwood lumber stores.

Mark Robb

I had just purchased a new fiberglass window, and needed a stain to match the fiberglass to the oak in the rest of the room/house. After bad experience at Sherman Williams, and another paint store telling me they did not carry the correct stains, I was referred to the Woodsmith Store. Inside at the paint counter 2 women helped me find the correct stain, show me the proper way to put it on, along with the proper poly to put on top of it to make it look right. I had never been in the store before, but will defiantly be back.

Dave Trimble

I love this store. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff and always wiling to help. The lumber is way better than the box stores but a bit pricey. High end tools and you can always find items that you didnt know you needed. Benjamin Moore paint, general finishes and the staff in this area are excellent. Just a fun place to go.

Christy Semple

Usually dont do this but was really disappointed. Nobody came to see if I needed anything till I was about ready to leave. Store was very nice in appearance but with the lack of interest in what I might need and the prices another store. I would suggest also some changes in customer appreciation.

Jason Skeel

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff and always willing to help. The lumber is better quality than the box stores but is very pricey and does not come in standard board sizes. If you purchase wood from here be sure you have the tools to make it the dimensions you need.

Daniel Roethle

I am not an iowa native love the store used to get the show moved they dont carry yet wish they could expand the store to others areas even if it is wis. When visiting inlaws i make a point to stop and see the new big boy toys

Mitchell Arne

Excellent choice of hardwoods, some quite rare. Typically cheaper than big box stores. Can find great sales. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Great selection of woodworking tools.

Bob McDuffee

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. They will cut pinewood dry cars for free every year. Have a great selection of special and exotic woods, but you also pay for their expertise.

Douglas Fils

Nice range of quality products. The staff in the pain store was very helpful on approaches to some deck work.

A Private User

Friendly, helpful staff. Great selection of tools and accessories.

Rick Whisler

First time visit to store. Loved it. My new go to place.

Jesse Evans

Great store, wished I lived closer.

Dalend Mackey

Great Store. Great People.