Wood shelving boards need bigger size than what HD has

[big_tiger]

I am wanting to build a big shelf in an open area to the left of my tv/fireplace. Simple design, a rectangle shelf that sits on the tile, with square openings. I wanted the openings to be big enough to fit my electronics, and also deep enough so my stuff doesn't have to poke out.

I need some boards that are 8ft tall, and hoping for 2ft in width. HD has boards that are only 1ft in width. Anyone know of other places to look?

[UserX]

Why not just clamp and glue two boards together? I've never seen boards that are 2' wide... unless you use sheeted lumber and rip to whatever width you want.

[Blackpony]

Just go buy a 4ft x 8ft oak board from lowes and have them cut it in half.. They do that for free and you will have 2 pieces of nice oak wood to use..

[snacksnack]

if you ask them they can normally have whatever size you need within a day or two.