Dirty Joe's

10/02/2026

09/19/2026

https://youtube.com/shorts/Qbo0iTtThRw?si=Q8A2zd7YOcoRriHw

09/16/2026

Great drops…got high at the tree event where the deadwoods taken from the yard…, that what up…, bringing the deadwoods down

09/15/2026

09/08/2026

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Pump it up, thanks again Beards Bargain…, be there soon to peep you out again

09/07/2026

Pump it up, thanks again Beards Bargain…, be there soon to peep you out again

08/10/2026

Whether standing or down…

08/10/2026

Get at me if yourtrees and you are down

06/11/2026

Wood Lumber Sawing Techniques

This illustration demonstrates three distinct methods for milling a log into lumber: plain sawn, quarter sawn, and rift sawn. Each technique uses a different angle of cut relative to the log's growth rings, which directly determines the resulting grain pattern and visual appearance of the finished wood board. Understanding these methods is essential for choosing the right stability, aesthetic, and cost for woodworking and architectural projects.

Key Components & Features

Plain Sawn: Cut parallel straight through the log, producing a distinct, wavy "cathedral" grain pattern on the face of the board.

Quarter Sawn: Cut by first dividing the log into quarters and then slicing at a 45-to-90-degree angle to the growth rings, revealing a unique "fleck" or dramatic ray pattern.

Rift Sawn: Cut at a precise 30-to-60-degree angle to the rings, resulting in a highly uniform, straight, and linear grain pattern with minimal variation.

Log Cross-Section Diagrams: Technical overlays showing the specific patterns and angles of the saw blades used to harvest individual boards from the tree trunk.

Overall Interpretation

The visual guide highlights how the mechanical orientation of a saw blade dramatically alters the structural face of the lumber. By shifting from a simple parallel cut to highly specialized angles, woodworkers can prioritize either the natural, sweeping curves of the wood or achieve a highly consistent, linear aesthetic. Which option do you find most appealing for your current project?