Klingspor's Woodworking Shop Employee Directory

RetailNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees

Based in Hickory, North Carolina, Klingspor's Woodworking Shop is a regional retailer founded in 1989 that grew from a recycling initiative by Klingspor Abrasives. The Woodworking Shop opened in Hickory in 1991 and later expanded to four North Carolina locations, offering more than 12,000 products sourced from more than 40 vendors, including woodworking and metalworking tools, abrasives, machinery, finishes, exotic hardwoods, and safety gear. Its staff are woodworkers who provide guidance across skill levels, emphasizing knowledgeable customer service. The business is grounded in a sustainability ethos tied to its origins in recycling.

Serving hobbyists, artisans, and professionals, the company positions itself as a resource for both equipment and expert advice. Since 2000, it has hosted the annual Woodworking Extravaganza in Hickory, a free event that draws thousands and features more than 50 vendors, demonstrations, and hands-on activities such as woodcarving.

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