Why Large Timbers Are Not Kiln-Dried
The physics of drying wood, why kilns damage oversized timbers, and what seasoning in place actually looks like for Douglas Fir 10×10 and larger.
Mill Direct vs Lumber Yard: Heavy Timber Pricing Compared
How mill direct heavy timber pricing compares with buying through a lumber yard, what drives the yard markup, and when each one is still the right call.
WCLIB Grading Explained: Select Structural vs No. 1 Timber
Every structural timber from a PNW mill is WCLIB graded. What each grade means, when to specify which one, and how to read the stamp on your delivery.