I have been reviewing my resources and planning out how I will utilize them, it is important for me to catalog every tree I cut down in order to get the best use of my available materials.
Trees like the second one are the ideal for cutting out multiple building timbers with my system. The very small degree of rot in the pith makes them ineligible for slabs, and the slight curvature along the length means it is not suitable for shingles and not ideal for siding. Out of this log, my first priority will be to cut out the long timbers needed to make the joists.
The first log has a very rich color to the wood, and my priority for it will be to cut out blanks for the exterior trim, since in these pieces appearance is a top priority.
I am excited to see what the other trees will yield, and hope that I can get at least one good slab log.
DLB
