As a landowner with varying types of wood on your property, you may be curious to understand the differences between hardwood and softwood, and rightfully so. The growth rate, applications and cost of both types are distinct, and learning the differences can help you better price and utilize your wood. This guide breaks down the …
Guide to Hardwoods: Types, Uses, Benefits Unless you’re a botanical expert or work with wood, the terms hardwood and softwood can be confusing. For many, the understanding is that hardwood produces hard timber, but that’s not always the case. Whether you’re selecting materials for your project or want to be sure about the type of …
Where to Find Live Edge Slabs for Sale Sawmill slabs, also known as live edge wood slabs, make for great lumber for any woodworking project. They’re commonly used for tabletops, desks, countertops, shelves, barstools, and more. However, in some areas, it can be really difficult to find quality live edge wood slabs that are large …
How is Hardwood Lumber Measured? In professional sawmills like Beiler’s Sawmill, hardwood lumber is measured using two industry standards: the board foot for calculating volume and the quarter system for indicating the thickness of rough-sawn stock. Understanding both is essential for accurately pricing and purchasing lumber. One board foot is a unit of volume equivalent to a piece of wood …
How Does A Sawmill Work? A modern sawmill works by processing logs into lumber through a precise, multi-stage system that includes debarking, scanning, sawing, and grading. At a high-production facility like Beiler’s Sawmill, this process is optimized to handle over 10 million board feet of lumber annually, turning raw logs into graded, rough-cut lumber through a series of …
