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. | ![]() |