Brigade
ArboristSite Member
I have never used an Alaskan or Ripsaw mill but after reading many of the threads on this site I am getting interested. Firewood production only to the present.
Since I have access to a fair amount of beach driftwood.....how usable is it. Can it be used for anything other than beams & posts? Could it used sawn to dimensional structural lumber?
From what I've read here the wood would likely be dryer, thus harder & more wear on equipment. True?
If using driftwood as a wood source is realistic which would be the preferred method of milling....Alaskan or Ripsaw?
Since this is the Cdn Pacific the wood would have been in salt water & species would likely be Alder, Fir or Cedar with sizes to 2 plus feet diameter.
Thoughts & comments appreciated.
Regards
Since I have access to a fair amount of beach driftwood.....how usable is it. Can it be used for anything other than beams & posts? Could it used sawn to dimensional structural lumber?
From what I've read here the wood would likely be dryer, thus harder & more wear on equipment. True?
If using driftwood as a wood source is realistic which would be the preferred method of milling....Alaskan or Ripsaw?
Since this is the Cdn Pacific the wood would have been in salt water & species would likely be Alder, Fir or Cedar with sizes to 2 plus feet diameter.
Thoughts & comments appreciated.
Regards