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​Getting Ready to Saw

  1. Cut down Trees Safely
  2. Cut logs to desired logs
  3. Seal the end of the logs with Anchorseal
  4. Trim branches and bumps off of logs so they will roll
  5. Position logs side by side at a flat, level, accessible location

Preparing The Site

  • Sawmill site should be flat and level.
  • Under 15″ slope over 26 foot length of sawmill
  • Less than 10″ slop over 10 foot width of sawmill
  • If sloping side to side, logs should be uphill of the the sawmill

What All Good Milling Sites Have in Common

  • Mill & logs are level along the length
  • Logs Roll downhill to Mill
  • Logs are centred lengthwise
  • logs trimmed so they will roll
  • Lots of room for the truck and the mill

How Will You Use Your Lumber?

  • How do you plan to use the Lumber?
  • Does the type of wood you have match your intended uses?
  • What thickness and widthes you will want?
  • What resourecs and machinery to handle lumber duing & after sawing?
  • Will you air dry or kiln your lumber?
  • Do you need advice on how to use your lumber?