How to use locally cut timber


How to use locally cut timber

Goal of this task

The goal is to find out if locally cutting timber is a viable option to use for construction in the plot. Currently we are mostly interested in floor planks cut from spruce of pine.

After we know more we can make a decision if we should do it our self, we buy cutting as a service, or buy lumber from a store.

About the task

Ask Juuso V (@jeukku) for editing rights.

Don’t use too much time on one topic in the first go. Go through all the parts and start over if you have more time.

Content

What kind of woods can we use for which purpose?

For floors, outside and other usages

duckbards

How much different types of construction materials you get from trees?

Which time of the year is good for cutting the trees down?

Drying

Different methods. How long does it take for different purposes?

Floors

Traditional thick planks in floors instead of floor planks with tongue and groove

Saving compared to buying

Transport

Other things to consider

Conclusions

  • Date: Monday, Jan 9, 2023