Quartersawing Hardwoods -- Logs Under 20" Dia.
Step 1. Slab lightly. | |
Step 2. Split log in half. | |
Step 3. Saw lumber until the center is reached. | |
Step 4. Saw lumber from the opposite side. | |
Step 5. Saw remaining piece. |
Quartersawing 20" and Larger Logs
Step 1. Slab heavy on one face. | |
Step 2. Saw wide quartersawn lumber. | |
Step 3. Saw narrow quartersawn lumber (width determined by slab size). | |
Step 4. Saw triangle pieces. |