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Yes, we do. Our portable sawmill allows us to mill logs directly on your property—perfect for storm-fallen trees or meaningful lumber you’d like to preserve.
We work with locally reclaimed hardwoods such as oak, walnut, maple, cherry, and customer-supplied logs. No commercial harvesting is ever used.
Our sawmill can cut slabs between 2½″–3″ thick, which are then planed or sanded to a smooth 1⅞″–2½″ finish depending on your needs.
Vacuum kiln drying removes moisture quickly—usually in days instead of weeks—while preventing cracking and preserving the wood’s natural color and stability.
Absolutely. We regularly process customer-supplied logs, whether they’re from your backyard, a family property, or a sentimental tree you want to repurpose.
We don’t keep dimensional lumber in stock, but we can produce it upon request for large or custom orders.
All slabs are carefully monitored through moisture testing and slow, even drying to prevent internal stress, warping, or cracking.
Yes! We offer precision wood jointing for live-edge tables, countertops, and other projects—aligned, clamped, and glued for seamless beauty and strength.
Yes, our in-house sanding service smooths slabs to an even, ready-to-finish surface suitable for furniture, décor, or installation.
Drying times depend on the wood type and thickness, but most kiln-dried projects are ready within 3–10 days.
While we primarily provide slabs and processing, we also partner with local craftsmen and can guide you through creating custom furniture or installations.
You can call us at (734) 741-9499, email [email protected], or submit a request through our Contact Form—we’ll follow up with a detailed quote and timeline.
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Bring your woodworking ideas to life with John’s Urban Timber. Whether you need slabs milled, kiln-dried, jointed, or finished, we’re ready to help you create something lasting and unique.
Get in touch today to request a quote or discuss your project.
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📍 Workshop: 6559 Nollar Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
📞 Phone: (734) 741-9499
📧 Email: [email protected]