Wood Slab & Custom Milling FAQ | Mountain Dog Millworks
Fill out the Custom Order Form with a brief description of your project, including what you want to build and how it will be used. This helps us understand the scope and recommend the right materials and approach.
Many of the pieces you see in our archive galleries are one-of-a-kind creations that have already found their forever homes. We keep these sold items visible because they serve as design inspiration and a starting point for your own custom project.
How Ordering a Sold Item Works (Step-by-Step)
- Browse Our Archive Pages
Archive pages showcase previously sold tables, slabs, furniture, and custom builds. These examples help you visualize styles, proportions, wood species, and finishes that are possible. - Select a Sold Design You Love
When an item is marked SOLD, you’ll see a custom order form attached directly to that listing. This ensures you don’t lose the design while exploring options. - Submit the Custom Order Form
The form allows you to request a custom-made version inspired by that piece. You can specify:- Wood species
- Dimensions
- Finish and color
- Base or hardware options
- Any modifications or personal touches
- We Build It Just for You
Once your request is submitted, we review the details and work with you to confirm feasibility, pricing, and timeline. Your piece is then handcrafted to order in our workshop using kiln-dried, sustainably sourced timber.
Why This Matters
- Every piece is unique – no mass production
- Full customization based on your space and style
- Proven designs you can trust, already crafted and loved by past clients
If you see something in our archives that speaks to you, don’t let the “SOLD” label stop you. That item is simply the starting point for your own custom creation.
Include wood species, approximate dimensions, finish preferences, and any special design notes. The more detail you provide, the more accurate your quote and timeline will be.
Yes. Uploading reference photos, sketches, or examples is optional but very helpful. Visual references reduce guesswork and ensure your custom piece matches your vision.
No. Submitting the form starts the conversation. We’ll review your request and follow up to discuss pricing, availability, and next steps before anything is finalized.
Mountain Dog Millworks is a boutique woodworking and millworks shop based in the mountains of Tehachapi, California. We specialize in handcrafted, custom wood creations — from live edge slabs to finished furniture. Every piece is handmade in our workshop using locally sourced, responsibly harvested timber.
Kiln drying reduces moisture content, which prevents cracking, warping, and pests. Unlike air-dried wood, our kiln-dried slabs are stable, ready to work with, and built to last.
All timber comes from our own mountain estate and nearby local sources. We only use responsibly and sustainably harvested wood, milled and kiln-dried on-site.
- Custom slabs in pine, red oak, fir, and redwood
- Live edge furniture (tables, benches, countertops, islands)
- Charcuterie boards, cutting boards, and small handcrafted items
- Specialty millwork made to order
Ghost and Koda are our two husky shop mascots — they keep our crew on their toes and “supervise” production. They’ve become part of the Mountain Dog Millworks story and family.
No — while we are proud of our local roots, we ship nationwide. Customers across the U.S. can order custom slabs or furniture, with secure crating and delivery options.
Yes. Our Tehachapi workshop is open by appointment. Visitors can hand-select slabs, discuss custom projects, and see our process firsthand.
We believe in quality over mass production. Every piece is built with care, using local timber, traditional craftsmanship, and sustainable practices. Our goal is to create heirloom-quality furniture and slabs that last for generations.
All of our slabs are kiln-dried to ensure stability and long-lasting durability. Unlike many suppliers, we sell custom-length, width, and thickness slabs — not just pre-cut pieces. Every product is crafted by hand in our Tehachapi workshop using local, responsibly harvested timber.
Yes. We create custom live edge furniture, countertops, benches, and more. Customers can choose wood species (pine, red oak, fir, redwood), dimensions, bases, finishes, and resin options. Every piece is made to order.
Yes. We carefully crate and ship slabs and furniture throughout the U.S. Shipping cost depends on size, weight, and location. We also offer local pickup from our Tehachapi workshop.
Lead times vary depending on complexity and size. Smaller projects may take a few weeks, while large custom builds (like dining tables or kitchen islands) may take 6–12 weeks.
Absolutely. All of our timber is locally, responsibly, and sustainably harvested, milled, and kiln-dried. By sourcing from our own mountain estate, we maintain eco-friendly practices while offering high-quality wood.
Yes. Contractors, designers, and builders can request bulk slabs or custom millwork at project scale. Contact us directly for pricing.
We’re based in the mountains of Tehachapi, California. Customers can visit our workshop by appointment to hand-select slabs or discuss custom designs.
You can order directly through our website, request a custom quote, or contact us for one-of-a-kind furniture projects.
Kiln-dried slabs have controlled moisture levels, which helps reduce cracking, warping, and long-term movement.
Differences in drying, milling, sizing, source, and preparation all affect how a slab performs over time.
Poorly dried slabs may crack, cup, twist, or warp after installation.
It creates a smoother, flatter, more usable surface that is easier to finish.
