Oak Tree Trunk Table project - How/Where to cut into slices
Hello.
This time last year, two neighbors and I got a contractor to remove a large Oak tree in our shared backyard. We were left with an enormous pile of wood. We left it on the front yard for a few days so anyone with some muscle could take it.
To my surprise, most of it was gone in one day.
I took some of the trunk and a few branches for my sister-in-law to make into tables.
All we need is to have them sliced into more manageable sizes. I have a table saw and access to other power tools. Unfortunately, this tree trunk is much larger than any saw I currently own.
I am looking for a lead on a lumber mill or saw mill that might be able to cut these into slices. I live in Bergen County New Jersey. We would be willing to travel if we must.
Thank you for the help. It's beautiful wood and I would absolutely hate to have to turn it into firewood.
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