GATHERING AND MILLING REDWOODThis Redwood was taken out to make room for a construction project by the homeownerPrepping the log to load onto a flatbed truckIts too big to fit on the truckTrimming the log to be transportedSized so that it will fit on the truckLoading the Redwood log onto the truckLoading the Redwood log onto the truckThis 1200-1800 lb. redwood log on its way to the millThis base will make some stunning roundsUnloading a log at the millLet’s drag itEasy PeasyA winch is used to position the log on the hydraulic loaderThe bark is removed and the knots are trimmed flushLocked in position and ready for the first cutSome trimming is required to maintain the live edgeIt’s a beautyWe checked the surface for levelWe are now ready for the meatSome perfect slabsThe color and grain pattern is stunningThese planks are 1″ thickThis will be for a special order 18′ deskLoading the truck that will be heading to the kilnIt’s a glorious loadThe grain and uniformity on these planks are perfectThese slabs are commissioned for a projectCutting some 4 foot diameter rounds for table tops and coffee tablesCutting some 4 foot diameter rounds for table tops and coffee tablesThese rounds will make a beautiful coffee or dining table topThese rounds will make a beautiful coffee or dining table topThese rounds will make a beautiful coffee or dining table top
