MILLINGThese pine logs have been aged for a year or moreThese logs were staged next to the millSelecting the next log to millsetting the choke chainWinching the log into positionLog is being dragged into positionMoving the log towards the millLog is postioned in place.Measuring for length to determine if it will need to be trimmedTrimming for length so as to fit in the millPreparing to de-barkPower washing to remove embedded rocks and dirtvery labor intensive we are De-barking the logTrimming all knots flush after debarkingThe log is now ready to load on the millLooking to see what is hiding in the logLets take the first sliceThe first cut will tell us the quality of that piece of lumberLooks pretty goodLet’s cut some slabsA perfect slice – checking for a consistent flat surfaceThis log will make an excellent live edge Center BeamThis log will make an excellent live edge Center BeamThis log will make an excellent live edge Center BeamLive edge slabs just milled and ready to be taken to the kilnLive edge slabs just milled and ready to be taken to the kilnLive edge slabs just milled and ready to be taken to the kilnLive edge slabs just milled and ready to be taken to the kilnLive edge slabs just milled and ready to be taken to the kiln
