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How to Get Lumber for Free or Cheap

Lumber may be in high demand right now, but you can still score what you need in unexpected places.

Lumber Prices Are Falling—Here's How You Can Save Money On Your Next DIY Project

If you have home projects to complete, now is the time.

14 Myths About Sawmills

There are so many myths when it comes to milling and trees. Here is a list of some of the biggest misconceptions when it comes to successful sawmilling.

10 of the Best Log Cabin Kits to Buy and Build

If you consider yourself handy but still need a little help, these log cabin kits are exactly what you need to get the job done.

Lumber Buying Tips and Tricks

Learn about the different types of wood and what to look for when buying wood.

How to Choose Lumber

Choosing lumber can be tricky! Even after you've decided on a type of wood and calculated the dimensions you'll need, every board is different and it takes time and...

Complete Guide to Buying Lumber

Buying lumber can be a confusing prospect. There are different types and grades and materials to know. This guide offers everything you need to know.

11 Things to Know Before Visiting the Lumber Yard

Knowing a few key lumber facts can make it easier to select the right woods for a whole range of projects—from framing to decking to furniture making.

Know Where Your Lumber Comes From

If you want to know more about the lumber that you purchase, your search doesn’t have to stop with the lumber store. Did you ever wonder what that stamp on the side of your lumber stood for? That tiny stamp holds a wealth of information. Every piece

Milling Lumber: Art Imitates... Trees?

Can you name all the cuts of wood? Swiss artist Vincent Kohler understands wood, and shows it off in his creations

5 Things to Consider When Purchasing a Portable Sawmill

When you’re purchasing any major tool or piece of power equipment, the question is always the same: Will the money I spend on this save me time and money in the long run? Buying a portable sawmill is no exception. So when you’re shopping for portable sawmill and stacking companies up against to each other, …

How Lumber Treatment Impacts Woodworking Projects

Taking the time to consider how lumber is treated can give woodworkers a better insight into how to approach their next woodworking project.

Watching How A Log Becomes A Piece Of Lumber Is Oddly Satisfying

A nearly completely automated German wood mill transforms a log into a piece of lumber.

Lumber’s lure: Thanks to physics, viable biofuel may grow in the woods

Future biofuel production requires new catalysts—or better training for stubborn enzymes.

Tips for Sawmill Maintenance

Where Does Lumber Come From?

One of the more interesting phenomena of today's world is the insulation we have from the source of our sustenance, or raw materials. Many m...

Troubleshooting and Preventive Maintenance at a Sustainable Sawmill

Troubleshooting and preventive maintenance at a sustainable sawmill where single-phase power had to be turned into three-phase power, and capacitors were failing.

How is Bamboo Lumber Made?

Bamboo is a renewable resource that has become one of the most important alternatives to tropical hardwoods in recent years. Upon seeing bamboo flooring, kitchen cabinets or cutting boards you might wonder how round hollow bamboo stems are processed into solid bamboo lumber?<br>It is important to note

Easy-to-Build Raised Bed Gardening Plans Using Reclaimed Lumber

Getting started in raised bed gardening is easy and offers a great many benefits to the gardener.

Where Has All the Hardwood Lumber Gone?

Where Has All the Hardwood Lumber Gone?. Insights and perspectives for the hardwood lumber industry.