Milling Your Own Lumber: The Art of Small-Scale Sawmilling

Milling Your Own Lumber: The Art of Small-Scale Sawmilling

Turn trees into timber - and independence.

Whether you're a homesteader, woodworker, off-grid builder, or simply someone who wants to be more self-reliant, milling your own lumber is a practical and rewarding skill that puts you in full control of your materials, your costs, and your craft.

Milling Your Own Lumber is a complete guide to small-scale sawmilling, covering everything you need to know to get started - no experience required. Learn how to safely turn raw logs into usable boards using portable sawmills, chainsaw mills, or even homemade rigs.

Inside you'll discover:

• How to choose and use the right mill for your needs

• Best practices for cutting, drying, and storing lumber

• Techniques for maximizing yield and minimizing waste

• Legal considerations for urban and rural milling

• Tips for milling specialty woods, beams, slabs, and furniture-grade boards

• How to monetize your mill through local lumber sales or custom cutting

Whether you're building a barn, crafting furniture, or just want to make use of fallen trees on your land, this book gives you the knowledge, confidence, and hands-on skills to start cutting your own path - one board at a time.

Skip the lumberyard. Build with wood you milled yourself.