If you're thinking about cutting your own lumber, getting a personal sawmill might not be your first inclination. They aren't exactly cheap, and they certainly aren't for everyone. But if you have ...

Most home fabricators rely on an abrasive chop saw and a hand-held reciprocating saw for their cutting needs. Band saws aren't as common because most floor-mounted band saws are bulky and expensive.

Don't let old tree stumps and branches go to waste. You can reuse quality wood by milling it into workable sizes to build table tops and more. Hauling heavy large pieces of wood to a mill isn't always ...