Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Hardwood Products in Albany, OR
Founded in 1998 by Leigh and Rachelle Borden, The Hardwood Centre has established itself as the premier destination for specialty hardwood products in the Mid-Willamette Valley. Our expertise stems from decades of family experience in secondary wood products, allowing us to identify and address gaps in the market left by big-box retailers. We specialize in providing high-quality finishing materials including solid hardwood flooring, live-edge slabs, epoxy solutions, custom mouldings, and stair components to woodworkers, contractors, and homeowners. With over 40 species of hardwood plywood in stock and exclusive offerings like sustainably sourced Oregon Big Leaf Maple and Black Walnut slabs, we combine technical knowledge with personalized service to help clients select optimal materials.Our commitment to quality extends to carrying low-VOC Pallman finishes and EcoPoxy systems while maintaining a tool rental program and weekly sharpening services to support comprehensive project needs. As a locally owned business, we prioritize sustainable practices through urban forestry partnerships and responsible sourcing from managed forests.
Services
Hardwood Flooring
Live Edge Slabs
Epoxy Solutions
Custom Stair Parts
Wood Mouldings
Plywood Selection
Floor Finishes
Countertop Materials
Sundries Supplies
Lumber Products
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of specialized hardwood expertise since 1998
- We carry 40+ species of hardwood plywood and sustainably sourced live-edge slabs
- Our staff provides expert epoxy application guidance for projects of all sizes
- We maintain partnerships with urban forestry programs for responsible sourcing
- We offer tool rentals and weekly sharpening services for complete project support
Services
Hardwood Flooring
We provide solid hardwood and engineered flooring options in multiple species including oak, maple, and walnut. Our inventory includes unfinished and pre-finished planks with various width and grade options. Our experts help clients select appropriate flooring based on interior design requirements and durability needs while offering low-VOC finish solutions that maintain natural wood characteristics.
Live Edge Slabs
We stock sustainably sourced live-edge slabs from local species like Big Leaf Maple and Black Walnut. Our selection includes figured wood and bookmatched sets suitable for dining tables, conference tables, and specialty furniture. We partner with urban forestry programs to salvage city trees while maintaining a rotating inventory that highlights Oregon's unique wood resources.
Epoxy Solutions
We carry EcoPoxy products for wood stabilization and surface finishing. Our offerings include FlowCast epoxy for river tables and small casting projects with support for both novice and professional users. Our staff provides technical guidance on application techniques, color options, and project-specific resin requirements for furniture and decorative woodwork.
Custom Stair Parts
We supply complete stair systems featuring wood balusters, newels, and metal hardware options. Our inventory includes both traditional and modern designs with matching components for custom installations. We assist with material selection and system configuration to ensure structural integrity and aesthetic consistency in residential and commercial applications.
Wood Mouldings
We offer extensive moulding profiles for baseboards, crown moulding, and specialty trim work. Our inventory includes both hardwood and softwood options with capabilities to match existing profiles or create custom designs. We partner with leading manufacturers to provide high-quality millwork solutions for architectural detailing and interior finishing projects.
Questions
What types of hardwood flooring do you carry?
We offer solid hardwood, engineered flooring, and laminate options in multiple species including oak, maple, and walnut with various finish and width choices.
Can you special order exotic wood species?
Yes, we stock numerous exotic lumber options and can special order specific materials with next-day availability for common domestic species.
Do you provide epoxy application support?
Our staff offers technical guidance for EcoPoxy projects including proper mixing ratios, application techniques, and safety considerations for different project sizes.
Are your wood products sustainably sourced?
We prioritize sustainable practices through partnerships with managed forests and urban forestry programs that repurpose trees removed for city maintenance.
What locations do you serve?
We primarily serve Corvallis and Albany, Oregon with delivery options available for large orders and special requests.
Do you offer tool rental services?
Yes, we provide flooring nailers and specialty tool rentals to support installation projects along with weekly sharpening services for cutting tools.
