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Title: Laminations
Post by: Chaise on September 09, 2015, 11:18:00 AM

I've been lurking the forums for a few weeks now and would like to thank everyone for the info. Quick question, I would like to cut my own laminates from a white oak and a couple elms. I have access to a sawmill and a bandsaw and a planner. How long should I let the tree dry after cutting it down before I cut small boards out of it? Or should I go ahead and cut it green then let the boards dry? Thanks for the help, any advice is greatly appreciated.

Title: Re: Laminations
Post by: Pat B on September 09, 2015, 11:31:00 AM

You can reduce the log a bit but I'd wait a while before cutting anything small. Your wood really needs to be seasoned to stabilize before cutting smaller, thinner pieces. IMO

Title: Re: Laminations
Post by: wood carver 2 on September 09, 2015, 05:17:00 PM

The rule of thumb for air drying is one year per inch of wood thickness.
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Dave.

Title: Re: Laminations
Post by: wood carver 2 on September 09, 2015, 05:18:00 PM

I meant after it's cut into boards.
Dave.

Title: Re: Laminations
Post by: Chaise on September 09, 2015, 05:20:00 PM

Thanks for the info guys, appreciate the help. Guess I better get them cut soon.