Blog - July 2010

Through & Through and Quarter Sawn – cutting timber

24 July, 2010, 21 comments

Cabinet maker Jeff explains why the log is milled in a particular way to produce the wood he requires. http://woodlands.co.uk http://jeffsegalworkshop.co.uk

Urban Forestry – with woodlands.co.uk – Assembling the Lucas Saw Mill

18 July, 2010, 0 comments

When a 10 ton plane tree is felled in London it's easier and cheaper to mill the wood on site rather than try moving it. This film shows the assembly described by cabinetmaker, Jeff Segal. http://woodlands.co.uk http://jeffsegalworkshop.co.uk

Urban Forestry with woodlands.co.uk – A London Plane Tree

8 July, 2010, 3 comments

When a 200 year old London plane tree is felled, it's race against time to save the valuable wood from the chipper. http://woodlands.co.uk http://jeffsegalworkshop.co.uk

Wild Clematis or Old Man’s Beard – woodland plant

3 July, 2010, 3 comments

Clematis Vitalba can be good indicator of chalky soil - last in the series. http://woodlands.co.uk