H.C Anderson Lumber

H.C Anderson Lumber We are a full-service lumberyard dedicated to providing high-quality products and expert guidance. No job is too big or too small.

Whether you’re planning home improvements, a remodel, or constructing a new building, our generations of experience ensure you get the right premium lumber! Since 1949 Anderson Lumber has provided the greater central Florida area with hardwood and millwork services. If you are searching for professional and quality work then look no further!

09/08/2026

🛠️ SHOP TALK TUESDAY | DID YOU KNOW?

🔩 Did you know not all drill bits are created equal?

If you need to drill a larger hole in wood, you might reach for a spade bit — but when the finished appearance matters, there’s another tool worth knowing:

👉 The Forstner bit.

A spade bit is great when you need a quick hole and aren’t terribly worried about how pretty it is.

A Forstner bit is designed to make a much cleaner, more precise flat-bottomed hole — and it can even drill overlapping or angled holes more effectively than many standard wood bits.

🪵 WHEN WOULD YOU USE ONE?

Think furniture making, cabinet work, concealed hinges, dowel work or any project where the hole is part of the finished craftsmanship.

💡 ANDERSON TIP: Beautiful lumber deserves clean workmanship. Before drilling into that piece of hardwood you’ve been saving, test your bit on a scrap piece first. You’ll thank yourself later. 😉

Whether you’re a professional woodworker or tackling your first DIY project, we’re always happy to talk lumber and help you choose the right material for the job.

📍 Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co. — St. Petersburg, FL
Serving contractors, woodworkers and DIYers throughout Tampa Bay since 1908.

Did you already know the difference — or have you been reaching for the spade bit every time? 👇

🪵💚 MEET THE ANDERSON FAMILY | MONDAY EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHTYou’ve seen the name. You’ve seen the lumber. Now it’s time to me...
09/07/2026

🪵💚 MEET THE ANDERSON FAMILY | MONDAY EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

You’ve seen the name. You’ve seen the lumber. Now it’s time to meet some of the people who make Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co. what it is.

And we’re kicking things off with Khoa! 👋

If you’ve called Anderson Lumber, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve already talked to him.

Khoa is one of the friendly voices behind our customer service and phone support. Whether you’re calling to see if we carry a particular species, looking for a hard-to-find piece of lumber, checking on an order, or simply trying to figure out what you need for your project, Khoa helps get you pointed in the right direction.

But that’s only half his job.

💻 Khoa is also our in-office IT and tech guy — which means when technology decides it doesn’t want to cooperate, guess who everybody goes looking for? 😂

Customer service. Phone support. Technology. And probably a few things that aren’t technically in his job description. 😉

That’s Khoa.

At Anderson, we believe a great lumber yard is about more than what’s stacked on the racks. It’s having knowledgeable, helpful people you can actually talk to.

So whether you’re searching for hardwood lumber, specialty or exotic woods, Douglas Fir, custom milling and moulding, or you’re not even sure what you need yet — give us a call @ 727-321-3111!

You just might hear Khoa on the other end. 📞🪵

Thank you, Khoa, for everything you do for our customers and the Anderson Lumber family!

📍 Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co. — St. Petersburg, FL
Proudly serving contractors, woodworkers and DIYers throughout Tampa Bay since 1908.

👀 Stay tuned next Monday as we introduce you to another member of the Anderson family!

09/05/2026

🥁 WOOD YOU KNOW? | THE ANSWER

Yesterday we asked which North American hardwood can start with pinkish/reddish tones and deepen into a beautiful reddish-brown with age and light exposure.

The answer is…

🥁🥁🥁

😎 CHERRY! 🍒🪵

Cherry is known for developing a richer, deeper color as it ages — one of the reasons it’s been a longtime favorite for furniture and cabinetry.

💡 WOOD YOU KNOW BONUS: If part of a new cherry project is covered while the rest gets exposed to light, you can sometimes notice a color difference when that object is moved. Over time, the newly exposed area can begin catching up.

Did you get it right? No changing your answer now! 😂👇

Looking for hardwood or specialty lumber for your next project? Come see what you’ll find at Anderson.

🇺🇸 LABOR DAY CLOSURE 🇺🇸Anderson Lumber will be CLOSED Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.In honor of the h...
09/05/2026

🇺🇸 LABOR DAY CLOSURE 🇺🇸

Anderson Lumber will be CLOSED Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.

In honor of the hardworking men and women who build, create, repair, deliver, and keep things moving every single day. 🪚🔨🪵

From our hardworking crew to yours, we hope you enjoy a safe and well-deserved Labor Day! 🇺🇸

We’ll be back Tuesday, September 8th, ready to help with all your lumber, hardwood, millwork, and project needs.

Anderson Lumber
Family owned and serving our community since 1908. ❤️🤍💙

09/04/2026

🪵🤔 WOOD YOU KNOW? | FRIDAY TRIVIA

Think you know your lumber? Let’s find out!

Which North American hardwood is famous for its dramatic color change—often starting with pinkish or reddish tones and becoming a rich reddish-brown as it ages and is exposed to light?

A ) Hard Maple
B ) Cherry
C ) White Oak
D ) Ash

👇 Drop your answer in the comments — NO GOOGLING! 😂

We’ll reveal the answer tomorrow!

And if beautiful hardwoods are your thing, come wander the racks at Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co. You never know what might inspire your next project.

📍 St. Petersburg, FL | Serving Tampa Bay since 1908

09/02/2026

🔨 WEEKEND WEDNESDAY WORKSHOP

You bring the supplies. We bring the plans.

Mud. Sand. Wet shoes. Work boots.

Let’s give all of it somewhere to land BESIDES your floor. 😂

This week’s beginner-friendly project is a DIY Wooden Boot & Shoe Tray — simple enough to knock out in an afternoon and nice enough to leave by the front door.

Finished size: approximately 36” L × 15” W

🪵 SHOPPING LIST

• (3) 1×6 boards, 36” long — tray bottom
• (2) 1×3 boards, 36” long — front & back
• (2) 1×3 boards, cut to fit the ends
• Wood glue
• 1¼” finish nails or trim screws
• Sandpaper
• Stain/sealer or paint

🛠️ TOOLS

Saw • Drill/driver or nailer • Tape measure • Square • Sander

HOW TO BUILD IT

1️⃣ Cut your three 1×6 bottom boards to 36”.

2️⃣ Lay them side-by-side and measure the actual combined width. Dimensional lumber isn’t actually the size printed on the tag, so measure before cutting those end pieces!

3️⃣ Cut the two 1×3 end pieces to your measured width.

4️⃣ Attach the 36” front and back rails with glue and finish nails/screws.

5️⃣ Add the two end pieces to create the tray.

6️⃣ Sand everything smooth, soften the edges and apply the finish of your choice.

⏱️ BUILD TIME: 2–3 hours + drying time
🟢 DIFFICULTY: Beginner

💡 ANDERSON TIP: Planning to use this for genuinely wet boots? Ask us about choosing a wood and finish that can handle the moisture instead of grabbing whatever board happens to be closest.

That’s part of what we’re here for.

📍 Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co. — St. Petersburg, FL
Serving woodworkers, contractors and DIYers throughout Tampa Bay since 1908.

Save this one for the weekend! 🔖

09/01/2026

🛠️ SHOP TALK TUESDAY
DID YOU KNOW?

🪵 Did you know a jointer and a planer DON’T do the same job?

It’s an easy mix-up — and knowing the difference can make a BIG difference in your finished project.

A jointer is used to create a perfectly flat face and a straight, square edge on a board.

A planer then takes that flattened board and brings the opposite face down so it’s parallel and the board reaches the thickness you need.

Think of it this way:

👉 Jointer = gets it flat & straight
👉 Planer = gets it to thickness

That’s especially important when you’re working with rough-sawn hardwoods or specialty lumber, where getting your material properly surfaced can be the difference between fighting your project all weekend and having everything fit like it should. 😎

And that’s something we want you to know about Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co.

We aren’t just a place to grab a piece of wood and head home. Our crew has generations of experience working with lumber, and we offer custom milling and moulding services to help get the material you need ready for your project.

Whether you’re a contractor, cabinetmaker, experienced woodworker, or tackling your first DIY project — ask us questions. That’s what we’re here for.

📍 Serving St. Petersburg, Pinellas County & the Tampa Bay area since 1908.

Now it’s your turn:
Did you already know the difference between a jointer and planer? 👇

08/31/2026

🪵 MONDAY MORNING AT ANDERSON | Meet the Family

Around here, great lumber is only part of what we offer.

It’s the people behind the counter who help you track down that hard-to-find piece of lumber. The folks in the shop who can help get material ready for your project. The crew who knows wood, knows the trades, and will take the time to help you figure out what you actually need.

And throughout September, we’re going to introduce you to some of the people who make that happen.

👋 Meet the Anderson Lumber Family.

Each Monday, we’ll introduce you to another member of our crew and give you a little peek behind the scenes at what they do, what they know, and how they help our customers every day.

Because whether you’re searching for hardwood lumber, specialty and exotic woods, Douglas Fir, custom milling and moulding, or that one piece of lumber you haven’t been able to find anywhere else — sometimes the most important thing a lumber yard can offer is someone who knows how to help.

📍 Harold C. Anderson Lumber Co.
Serving St. Petersburg, Pinellas County & the Tampa Bay area since 1908.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a call or stop in and ask. You might be surprised what we can find for you.

Stay tuned next Monday when we introduce you to the first member of the Anderson Lumber family! 🪵

08/29/2026

🌳 Wood You Know? Reveal

🎉 The answer is… A. Black Walnut!

Black walnut naturally produces a compound called juglone, which can inhibit the growth of certain plants nearby. This natural defense helps the tree reduce competition for nutrients, water, and sunlight.

Some plants—such as tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, apples, and azaleas—are especially sensitive to juglone and may struggle or fail to grow near black walnut trees.

Why not the others?

❌ Cherry does not produce juglone.

❌ Hickory is not known for this trait.

❌ Ash also does not produce juglone.

💡 Shop Tip: If you’re milling or working with black walnut from your own property, avoid using fresh sawdust or wood chips as mulch around sensitive plants.

👏 Nice work if you guessed A!

Thanks for joining us for another month of Wood You Know? We hope you’ve learned something new along the way!

Address

666 49th Street S
Saint Petersburg, FL
33707

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

(727) 321-3111

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