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wrote in message . ..

so the birch seemed to be a good
alternative... something I can get readily at HD or Lowes in both
plywood or solids. I also thought about cherry or maybe mahogany, but
it was just a thought.
..

Mike

Might want to think twice about using HD birch ply. The stuf we get
here in MI is not cabinet grade (obviously, from Hopeless Depot). The
paint grade (it's probably B) has repairs, imperfections, and some
knots that will show through your finish. If you want a nice finished
product, find at least "A" or even better "N" grade which is
furniture/cabinet grade.

Where did you find a Hopeless Depot or Lowes that carries solid birch?
In MI they only carry poplar, oak, and minimal maple.