Bar & Countertops
Live-Edge Bar Countertop
Wide single-slab bar top milled, vacuum kiln dried, and finished in-house in Whitmore Lake.
Service Area · Ann Arbor, MI
Custom Live-Edge Slabs & Urban Sawmilling for Ann Arbor Homeowners & Builders
Direct Answer · Ann Arbor, MI Service
Where can I get custom sawmilling and live-edge slabs near Ann Arbor, MI?
John's Urban Timber is located just 15 minutes from Ann Arbor in Whitmore Lake, MI. We specialize in in-house log sawmilling (up to 60" diameter), low-temperature vacuum kiln drying (6%–8% moisture content), helical planing (51" wide), and wide-belt sanding (42" wide). Call 734-741-9499 for shop appointments or log drop-offs.
Local Services
Sawmilling & wood preparation for Ann Arbor
Bringing 25+ years of urban timber reclamation directly to Ann Arbor homeowners, builders, and woodworkers.
01 · Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Tree & Log Milling
Turn removed yard trees, storm windfall, or historic oak and walnut logs from Ann Arbor properties into heirloom slabs.
02 · Ann Arbor
Vacuum Kiln Drying for Local Slabs
Gentle low-temperature vacuum moisture extraction (6-8% moisture) preventing cracking in thick dining table tops.
03 · Ann Arbor
Custom Furniture & Bar Top Prep
Wide-belt sanding up to 42" wide and helical planing up to 51" wide for Ann Arbor architects, builders, and homeowners.
Craftsmanship
Custom woodwork for Ann Arbor homes & builders
Custom Tables
Natural Edge Coffee Table Top
Surfaced flat on our 51" wide planer and wide-belt sanded through 120 grit.
Dining Slabs
Bookmatched Black Walnut Pair
Consecutive cuts from a salvaged Michigan black walnut log, kiln dried to 6%–8% moisture content.
Local FAQ
Frequently asked questions in Ann Arbor
How far is John's Urban Timber from Ann Arbor?
Our shop is located in Whitmore Lake, Michigan, approximately 15 minutes north of Downtown Ann Arbor via US-23 N. Customers can drop off logs or visit our slab inventory by appointment.
Can I bring my own Ann Arbor yard log to be milled?
Yes! John specializes in milling customer-supplied logs. Whether it's a storm-damaged walnut or a neighborhood tree removal, we mill, dry, and surface your wood in-house.