Custom Milling

Custom Milling Our Logs or Yours

An image of the WM1000 saw

Looking for a unique piece that’s not currently in our inventory? We’ve got you covered.

At Far West Forest Products, we maintain a large and varied selection of logs, stumps, and burls in many species—ready to be custom milled into wood slabs, timbers, bases, or whatever you’re envisioning.  

How to Work with Us:

  1. Share your vision or provide a cut sheet – Tell us what you’re looking for. If you have an inspiration image, feel free to include it—though it’s not required.

     

  2. We’ll help select the right material – We’ll match your request with what we have in our log yard.

     

  3. Receive a custom quote – Once you approve the quote, we’ll collect a 50% deposit before cutting begins.

     

  4. We get to work – Your custom piece is milled to your specs, from locally salvaged wood you can feel good about using.

     

Whether you’re dreaming up a one-of-a-kind table, need matching timbers for a project, or just want something that feels truly yours, our custom milling team is ready to bring it to life.

Custom Milling of Your Logs

Your trees tell a story—of your land, your family, your history. Whether it’s a beloved backyard tree, a storm-felled giant, or a meaningful piece of your property, milling your own logs preserves that story in a tangible, lasting form.

Why Mill Your Own Logs?

  • Sentimental Value: Transform a cherished tree into a dining table, mantel, or heirloom piece that keeps memories alive.

     

  • Sustainability: Repurpose trees that would otherwise be discarded, reducing waste and honoring the life of the tree.

     

  • Unique Character: Your logs possess distinct grain patterns and features that can’t be replicated, resulting in one-of-a-kind pieces.

     

How to Get Started:

1. Prepare Your Logs: Ensure logs are debarked and free from debris and metal. We recommend using a metal detector beforehand. * this is not required, but saves you money. 

 

2. Choose Your Milling Option:

 

    • Wood-Mizer WM1000: Ideal for large logs up to 67″ in diameter.

       

      • Rates: $260/hr for logs under 5′ diameter; $300/hr for logs over 5′.

         

    • Wood-Mizer LT40 Super Hydraulic with 24′ Extension: Suitable for logs up to 36″ in diameter and 45′ long.

       

      • Rates: $160/hr for logs up to 21′; $165/hr for logs over 21′.

 

3. Schedule Your Milling Session: Contact us to arrange a time. Note that there’s a one-hour minimum charge for either saw, starting from log unloading to reloading.

 

4. Offsite Milling: If you can’t bring your logs to us, we can refer you to local Wood-Mizer owners for onsite milling or arrange pickup at $160/hr port to port.

 

Additional Information:

  • Blade Charges: If we hit metal during milling, additional charges apply depending on the blade and saw used.

     

  • Sharpening Fees: Premature dulling of blades without damage incurs a sharpening fee.

     

  • Chain Fees: If metal is encountered while trimming logs to fit the mill, a chain fee may apply.

     

By choosing to mill your own logs, you’re not just creating lumber—you’re crafting a legacy. Let us help you bring your vision to life.