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A heritage Colorado company offering the largest inventory of kiln dry natural live edge slabs. Special orders are our specialty.

Collector's Specialty Woods is a Colorado business offering a carefully acquired inventory of hand-selected lumber, burl, building and furniture stock. With more than fifty species in inventory, we specialize in natural edged slabs, wide and thick planks, sustainably harvested and reclaimed material, and American hardwoods. Our inventory is pictured on our website and you can visit us at our showr

oom and warehouse on I-25 and Monaco or also in Gardner, CO where we have a specialty drying facility, millroom, woodyard and shop.

02/09/2026

At CS Woods, we talk about how every tree in our care has a story. When we mill, dry and create with that tree, we become part of it. When you bring it into your home, you do too. This is Amos talking about this tree, and our story:

“My Dad…. ❤️
Up at 5am…
Out on the road in his big red truck.
Headed to Georgetown, Colorado to pick up a tree.

Not just any tree, the oldest tree in Georgetown.
The town took it down. I’m not sure exactly why.
But trees like that don’t last forever and aren’t taken down without deep considerations, so whatever the reasoning, my first inclination is to support it.
At any rate… My Dad.

He’s so proud the town has thought about him when considering the care and respect they’d like their tree to receive. That they recognize that he feels about their tree the way they do. It’s a treasure…
He loaded his trees with the story that the town has once again doubled down on the recognition of the mutual appreciation and respect by turning down another last minute offer and following through with CSWoods getting the tree…

He was supposed to call me when he got on the road. I told him I would hear from him midday. His endless optimism prompted the reply, I’ll see you midday… Internally I laughed, I know better.
So it’s 11am. My dad calls me…
He’s radiating happiness just from his voice…
He’s on the road.. He’s got his logs… Loading with a backhoe was a thing, but he’s on his way…
And he flatly says….

“I’m so happy! I’m doing what I love”..

and he means it with all his heart… I know it’s as genuine as humans get…

And I get to play a pivotal roll in that… He’s bringing that log to me….It will be in my care by the end of the day… I’ll actually be the one who will take those logs from tree to dried slab… and then probably build with them once they find their purpose…

I’m the type of person that tries to find a sense of meaning and purpose in everything I do, and today I don’t even really have to try… I’m just gonna take a little of that dad energy today and follow right on up and say…

“I’m so happy! I’m doing what I love”

And you can read into that a thousand ways….

❤️ - Cheers

01/09/2026

Maple waterfall console making a statement.

29/08/2026

Your kitchen just found its missing piece.

A gorgeous kitchen deserves a surface with a story—and this stunning Colorado mountain kitchen proves just how much warmth a solid wood island extension can bring to a space.

Whether you’re dreaming of a dramatic live edge, a clean solid-wood surface, a breakfast bar, or a custom extension that works seamlessly with your existing countertops, CS Woods can help bring the vision to life.

We’ll help you choose the right slab, species, grain, size and finish for your space—and our team can take your project from slab selection all the way through custom fabrication and installation.

And the best part? You don’t have to know exactly what you want before you come see us. Bring your measurements, drawings, Pinterest inspiration—or simply your idea—and let us take you through our warehouse to find the piece.

Come wander the CS Woods warehouse and find the wood that makes your kitchen feel complete.

26/08/2026

Milling a big oak log! After creating slab after slab, eventually you get to the lowest point on the mill and you can’t go lower. This log is clean/clear and has gorgeous clean edges. Classic stunning oak tables - all day long!

14/08/2026

When a Door Becomes the Most Beautiful Piece of Art in Your Home - What if one of the most memorable features in your home wasn’t a piece of furniture—but a door?

Every slab is a one-of-a-kind work of art, shaped by decades of growth and impossible to duplicate. From the dramatic figure of Claro Walnut to the bold contrast of Wenge and the timeless beauty of White Oak, these doors complement everything from modern minimalist interiors to mountain homes and rustic retreats.

In our newest blog, we explore why designers, architects, homeowners, and hospitality professionals are embracing live edge sliding doors, how modern hardware has made them more practical than ever, and why choosing the perfect slab in person at CS Woods is part of the experience. Read the blog! Link in the bio.

13/08/2026

🎉New from CS Woods! 🎉Our latest newsletter is packed with inspiration, beautiful wood, Colorado pride, and a little woodworking nostalgia. Discover why live-edge sliding doors are becoming show-stopping features in homes and hospitality spaces, and learn why we’re so excited to be part of Colorado’s 250 | 150 Arts & Culture Passport celebration. We’re also taking a look at the growing design trend toward rich, red-toned woods like Sapele, Sipo Mahogany, and Bubinga—and celebrating an essential shop tool, the classic Stanley tape measure.
Read the latest newsletter and see what’s happening at CS Woods! Then sign up so you never miss the next one.

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05/08/2026

Installation Day!
A double waterfall kitchen island extension made from elm live-edge slabs. It is a perfect match for the stunning granite and cabinets. We cannot wait to see this space finished and ready for the party people!

31/07/2026

The Fallen Tree Seating at the Denver Botanic Gardens is looking fabulous years later! They have weathered beautifully in our Colorado sun and are providing respite and contemplative space in one of our cities most special locations!

20/07/2026

Slabs, wax, water - dry wood…
Amos talks about the CS Woods process he goes through after milling a huge log into live edge slabs. We dry wood for our own shop and we are the toughest customer out there. This ensures that when you buy wood from us, it has benefited from our 46 years of experience with drying in Colorado for the most discerning of wood workers. This is the wood that ensures the best project. This is the wood that ensures happy customers. This is the wood you want to work with!

25/06/2026

Quick little project: cutting an American black walnut mantel set. Thanks Festool USA for making it simple. It was easy to line up and make the passes needed to get through this thickness with precision.

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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 15:00

Telephone

(303) 355-0302

Website

http://cswoods.com/

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