Milling the Cherry Lumber
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I BROKE THE SAWMILL...AND THE TRUCK!
What happens here
After debarking, begin the process of milling the cherry logs into lumber. Operate the Wood-Mizer sawmill, carefully guiding the blade through the log. The first cut typically produces a 'slab' or 'flitch,' which is often irregular and might be used for stickers (thin strips to separate lumber for drying). Remove the initial slab, brush off any sawdust, and wet the surface to reveal the beautiful grain and rich red color of the cherry heartwood. Continue cutting subsequent boards and slabs, demonstrating the transformation of the rough log into valuable lumber.
Goal: Transform cherry logs into finished boards and slabs.
Tools and materials
- Gloves SRF — Protecting hands while handling lumber
- Water Spray Bottle — Wetting freshly cut lumber to reveal grain and color
- Wood-Mizer Sawmill Wood-Mizer — Cutting logs into lumber
- Cherry Logs — Raw material for lumber
- Water Tap water — To spray on lumber