The TRUTH about buying from a SAWMILL

[bretticus]

this *totally* should become a series. fantastic premise and Matt sounds like he's got a wealth of knowledge.

[AKdesignsandhardwoods]

As an owner and operator of my urban salvage lumber company, this video is a damn good break down of what to look out for. Props for keeping it right to the point in a timely fashion as I talk with a lot of customers and now will just send them this link to save me time. Maybe I’ll have a TV in the show room with this video on repeat lol

[BStreet]

As a beginner, the idea of going into anything other than a home center for lumber is super intimidating. This video was super helpful and also let me know that there's a reputable outlet in the upstate. Thanks for making it!

[DanGarrettBlueGrass]

The wind blew over a large oak tree in my yard, being an amateur woodworker the idea of having a large load of oak literally fall into my lap was pretty cool. I was happy to learn Matt's shop was just a few miles from me. In short order, he had had the lumber milled for me. Very easy to work with.

[Metal_Vistas]

Matt is a natural. The camera likes him, and he should consider a YouTube channel for marketing... in my opinion.

I have worked at a lumber mill, exotic wood retailers and as a woodworker for many years, so I knew pretty much everything in this video, yet I still found it entertaining and enjoyable to watch. That's a really good sign!

[HyperactiveNeuron]

I would definitely like more about different wood species and when you might use them.

This was a great segment and Matt was the perfect guest. He reminds me of the guy that runs a local sawmill here. Awesome image and staff.

[rbzbreezy]

Dude, your content is on point. As a noob woodworker with hardwoods this video brings together all the questions I have about hardwoods. I don't care if it takes several months for your new content, it is exceptional.

[csbarbourv]

That was one of the most informative videos I’ve ever watched. Very helpful and great presentation. I would definitely encourage you two to continue this collaboration!

[whatever_]

You 2 got a synergy that goes so well together.. Please do make some more vid with him or maybe try talking him into a YT channel on the lumber side of things

[NoahHayes]

Your videos are so great. They’re focused, funny, and offer great tips without coming off as “the only expert on the internet” like so many other people do!

[marcomontpetit]

This is one of the most informative woodworks videos I have watched. Thank you for putting this out!

[cliffgroce]

One thing I wish I knew earlier on was that most local hardwood dealers or sawmills have full shops with the larger machines that they will rent out for you. Also, that you can save money by requesting they just do S2S as well.

[kellyb]

Thank you so much for putting together this video. I want to go to a sawmill for lumber soon but have no idea what I'm getting into or what questions to ask. I feel much more informed now and a little more confident. No one wants to get taken for a sucker.

[skywatcherca]

Please, always with respect: I do not know your market, but up north, the material you call waste, is sold as firewood (sometimes called slab wood), and I am sure you have heard of a machine called a 'finger joint(er), ' which takes short lengths of lumber and finger joints (combined with glue of course, in the finger joint) the material into longer lengths, such as 16' lengths, and this is, in turn, turned into paint grade trim/moldings. The machine which turns square stock - whether finger jointed or regular solid lengths, goes by a myriad of names, such as 8 to 12-head routers, sticker machines, and trimmers, but this also is a major component of the lumber industry. Trims of all sizes, and shapes are extremely important to the building/construction industry, which also includes trims made of softwoods and hardwoods. This video is wonderful and filled with accurate, honest data: anyone who is new or seasoned to the lumber industry, should consider watching this video. Thank you, gentlemen.

[thomasbacon]

Once there were two lawyers arguing about where to put the stickers in the pile. They just kept yelling back and forth "stick her there!" The apprentice was watching and next time they stacked lumber he said where do you want the sticker. And hence forth it was called a sticker.

[keatonbeyerwoodworking]

I usually go to a hardwood distributer but this video inspired me to go to a mill. Contacted a local one with listed prices 10-20% lower than where I usually go and I'm heading there tomorrow. Thanks for the inspiration!

[laurencool]

Thank you so much for making this. I was so nervous going anywhere but a big box store for lumber because I’m not an experienced woodworker. I hope all mill owners are as friendly as Matt.

[dougschack]

When I need a hood laugh, Lincoln Street doesn’t disappoint 🤣. Keep up the good work man!

[dancoleman]

First, thank you John. If it weren't for you, I would not have learned about Matt or M2 Lumber in Laurens, SC. I live in Tennessee, near Nashville, and paid a visit to M2 today. Matt treated me like family. He was busy, but gave me all the time I needed. He helped me select some great pieces and introduced me to some species for my projects that I had not yet considered. In the end, Matt made sure that I got what I needed and he saved me money in the process. I bought more wood than I expected. I am extremely pleased that I met him and can't wait to get back to Tenn with my lumber. Thanks again for this great video. You are doing the woodworking community a great service. Keep up the good work and consider making a series about what each species is best suited for. Blessings!!

[rtgray]

Love this! Hope for part 2... I would love a video on choosing different wood species for projects.