Buying Lumber From A Sawmill (Firefox)

: Know your total count or board footage before calling. Many mills have minimum order requirements and won't sell just one or two boards.

: Most sawmills price by volume. 1 board foot = buying lumber from a sawmill

Sawmills speak a specific language for sizing. Use these standards to avoid confusion: : Know your total count or board footage before calling

Buying directly from a sawmill is a great way to save money—often than big-box stores—and access unique wood species or "live edge" slabs. However, the process is different from typical retail, as you are often buying raw, unrefined material. 1. Preparation: Know Your Measurements as you are often buying raw