dermestid
ArboristSite Lurker
Okay guys I need some help here, I have a nice pile of red oak logs that have been down for about 2 years now I would like to mill with my Alaskan to use for flooring but I have a LOT of questions. First has anyone here done this? Right now I mainly need to know what thickness to make it. I am thinking if I cut the boards to 1 3/16" that should leave me enough after drying and planing for at least a 3/4" finished product? Or should I shoot for 1" finished? I plan on air drying the wood for however long it takes but what moisture content am I looking for? It will be a wide plank floor with random widths, what is the widest I should go to prevent cupping? I know this wont be an easy project especially using a csm but I'm not afraid to work and appreciate any advice you guys can give me!