sources for metal in the Tacoma/Seattle area? | Materials and Supplies | Forum

Hi I'm looking to find the local suppliers for different types of metal. I generally by small amounts and my old local supplier had a nice remnant pile I could pick through and get low cost pieces of what I needed, as well as having a good selection of precut pieces in various sizes. Is there a place like that here?

I need some steel to build a grinder stand, a welding table, and maybe a forge. But I work a lot in non ferrous: copper mostly, but also brass, bronze, and aluminum, as well as some stainless.

I contacted tacoma steel and northwest steel and pipe, but they seem a bit pricey and slow production times. Is that what I've got to work with or are there better local spots. I'm in Tacoma but am willing to drive a bit if its worth it.

Any input would be highly appreciated

Thanks