Tatum Brothers Lumber Co

About Tatum Brothers Lumber Co — Saw Mill in Lawtey

Tatum Brothers Lumber Co operates as a full-service saw mill in Lawtey, Florida, serving woodworkers, contractors, farmers, and anyone needing custom-cut lumber or timber milling services. Located at 22796 NW Co Rd 200A, this family-operated sawmill specializes in transforming logs into precisely cut lumber, beams, and specialty wood products for construction and woodworking projects.

The sawmill offers custom-sawn lumber in various dimensions, live-edge slabs for furniture makers, structural beams and timbers, and dimensional lumber cut to customer specifications. Services include portable sawmill operations, log processing from customer-supplied timber, and custom milling of both hardwood and softwood species common to North Florida forests.

Working with a local sawmill like Tatum Brothers provides advantages over big box retailers including custom dimensions not available in stores, competitive pricing on bulk orders, and the ability to mill lumber from your own trees or property. Local sawmills offer personalized service, technical expertise, and can work with unique species or specialty cuts that mass retailers simply cannot provide.

Lawtey’s location in Bradford County places it at the heart of North Florida’s timber country, with abundant pine, oak, and cypress forests providing raw materials for quality lumber production. The region’s sawmill tradition supports local construction, agricultural, and woodworking communities with reliable access to fresh-cut, locally-sourced lumber products.

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What to Expect When You Visit

Visiting Tatum Brothers Lumber Co means entering an active sawmill operation where the sound of bandsaw blades cutting through logs fills the air. You’ll see stacks of freshly cut lumber drying in the yard, the main sawmill building housing the cutting equipment, and likely logs waiting to be processed into various lumber products.

The staff can discuss your specific lumber needs, whether you’re bringing logs to be milled or selecting from their inventory of cut lumber. Expect conversations about moisture content, wood species selection, and timeline for custom cuts, as sawmill work often requires scheduling around weather and equipment availability.

Products & Materials

Tatum Brothers Lumber Co produces custom-sawn lumber in standard and non-standard dimensions, accommodating everything from 2×4 construction lumber to massive timber beams for post-and-beam construction. Their sawmill equipment can handle various log sizes and produce lumber in thicknesses from 1-inch boards up to heavy timbers measuring 12×12 inches or larger.

The sawmill works with common North Florida species including Southern Yellow Pine, various oak species, cypress, and other regional hardwoods and softwoods. Products include dimensional lumber, live-edge slabs for countertops and furniture, barn beams, fence posts, and specialty cuts for restoration projects or custom building applications.

Lumber is available in green (freshly cut) condition or can be air-dried depending on timeline and application. The sawmill can accommodate both small orders for individual woodworkers and large commercial orders for construction projects, with pricing typically based on board footage and species.

Who Shops Here

Customers at Tatum Brothers include local contractors needing specific lumber dimensions, furniture makers and woodworkers seeking quality hardwood slabs, property owners with trees to mill into usable lumber, farmers requiring posts and barn materials, and DIY builders working on custom homes, barns, or specialty projects requiring non-standard lumber sizes.

Serving the Lawtey, Florida Area

Lawtey sits in the heart of North Florida’s timber region, where sawmills and lumber operations have supported local agriculture and construction for generations. The area’s mix of pine plantations and natural hardwood forests provides diverse raw materials, while the rural setting offers space for sawmill operations and lumber drying yards that serve builders and woodworkers throughout Bradford County and surrounding areas.

Tips for First-Time Buyers

• Call ahead to discuss your lumber needs and confirm the sawmill is operating, as weather and equipment maintenance can affect daily schedules
• Bring measurements and specifications in writing, including desired dimensions, quantity needed, and intended use for the lumber
• Ask about moisture content and drying time if you need lumber for immediate indoor use or projects requiring specific moisture levels
• Consider the weight and transportation needs for your lumber order, especially for large timbers or bulk quantities
• Inquire about portable sawmill services if you have logs on your property that are difficult to transport to the mill
• Discuss pricing upfront, as sawmill pricing often depends on species, dimensions, and total board footage of your order

Woodworking Clubs & Resources near Lawtey, Florida

Woodworkers near Lawtey, Florida can connect with the Northeast Florida Woodworkers Association based in Jacksonville, which offers workshops, demonstrations, and networking opportunities for craftspeople in the region. The Florida Community College at Jacksonville (now Florida State College at Jacksonville) has historically offered woodworking and cabinet making programs that serve the broader North Florida area. Additionally, the Woodcraft store in Jacksonville provides supplies, classes, and serves as a hub for the local woodworking community within driving distance of Lawtey.

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