Posted By: Mike H
What size of trees are worthwhile for timbers? - 02/01/06 03:47 AM
A gas company is clearing along its pipeline in a nearby woods and they are willing to move logs to the road for me to take. There are a several dozen oaks (equal numbers of red and white) but most are 11 to 15 inches in diameter with no branching for 10 to 20 feet. A few trees are 16 to 18 inches. How small of trees are worth taking? How much sapwood is acceptable on timbers? What grade of timber is suitable? There are also three cottonwoods of 20+ inches with 30 feet to the first branch. Any suggestions on using these? Perhaps rafters?
I can borrow a portable sawmill again. We are thinking about building a shed for livestock. Thanks for your advice.
I can borrow a portable sawmill again. We are thinking about building a shed for livestock. Thanks for your advice.