Matelski Lumber Company

About Matelski Lumber Company — Saw Mill in Boyne Falls

Matelski Lumber Company has been serving Boyne Falls and Northern Michigan as a premier saw mill, providing custom lumber milling services to woodworkers, builders, farmers, loggers, and anyone needing precision-cut timber. Our experienced team transforms raw logs into quality lumber products using professional-grade sawmill equipment and time-tested techniques.

We offer custom-sawn lumber in various dimensions, stunning live-edge slabs perfect for countertops and furniture, structural beams and timbers, and kiln drying services. Whether you’re bringing your own logs for custom milling or selecting from our inventory of local Michigan hardwoods and softwoods, we deliver precise cuts and superior quality lumber for every project.

Choosing a local saw mill like Matelski Lumber Company means getting personalized service, competitive pricing, and lumber that’s perfectly suited to Michigan’s climate. Unlike big box stores with limited selection and generic products, we offer custom solutions, work directly with your specifications, and maintain strong relationships with local loggers to ensure premium raw materials.

Boyne Falls sits in the heart of Michigan’s timber country, where dense forests and generations of logging expertise create the perfect environment for quality sawmill operations. Our location provides access to premium Northern Michigan hardwoods including maple, oak, cherry, and walnut, as well as softwoods like pine and cedar that thrive in our region’s climate.

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What to Expect When You Visit

Walking into Matelski Lumber Company, you’ll hear the distinctive sound of sawmill equipment and smell the fresh scent of cut wood. The yard typically displays stacks of air-drying lumber, impressive live-edge slabs, and various timber products, while the mill area showcases the precision equipment used for custom cutting operations.

The staff will discuss your specific project needs, whether you’re bringing logs for custom milling or selecting from their inventory. Expect detailed conversations about lumber grades, moisture content, drying options, and timing, as custom sawmill work often requires scheduling around your project timeline and the natural wood drying process.

Products & Materials

Matelski Lumber Company specializes in custom-sawn lumber from Northern Michigan species including hard maple, red oak, white oak, cherry, walnut, ash, basswood, pine, and cedar. We produce dimensional lumber in standard and custom sizes, from 1x material to heavy timbers up to 12×12 and larger, cut to your exact specifications using our precision sawmill equipment.

Our live-edge slabs are particularly popular, showcasing the natural beauty of Michigan hardwoods with their bark edges intact, perfect for dining tables, countertops, and artistic woodworking projects. We also provide structural beams and timbers for construction projects, barn restoration, and timber framing applications.

Additional services include kiln drying for customers needing specific moisture content, planing services for smooth finishes, and consultation on lumber grades and species selection. We work with both air-dried and kiln-dried materials, offering green lumber for immediate use and seasoned lumber for projects requiring dimensional stability.

Who Shops Here

Our customers include professional builders constructing custom homes and commercial projects, furniture makers and woodworkers seeking premium local hardwoods, farmers needing barn lumber and agricultural structures, homeowners tackling DIY projects and renovations, timber framers building traditional structures, and artists creating live-edge furniture and sculptural pieces. Many clients bring their own logs from land clearing or storm damage, while others select from our inventory of locally sourced Michigan timber.

Serving the Boyne Falls, Michigan Area

Boyne Falls benefits from Northern Michigan’s rich forestry tradition, surrounded by dense hardwood and softwood forests that have supported sawmill operations for generations. The area’s woodworking community includes skilled craftsmen, furniture makers, and builders who value locally-sourced materials, while the region’s numerous lakes and recreational properties create steady demand for custom lumber, decking materials, and restoration projects using traditional Northern Michigan wood species.

Tips for First-Time Buyers

• Call ahead if bringing logs for custom milling to discuss scheduling and ensure equipment availability
• Ask about moisture content and drying options – green lumber cuts easier but seasoned lumber is more stable
• Bring your project plans or specifications to discuss lumber grades and dimensions needed
• Inquire about live-edge slab availability if interested – selection varies based on recent milling
• Consider timing for custom orders, as proper wood drying takes weeks to months depending on species and thickness
• Ask about kiln drying services if your project timeline requires specific moisture content levels

Woodworking Clubs & Resources near Boyne Falls, Michigan

Woodworkers in the Boyne Falls area can connect with the Northern Michigan Woodturners, which serves the broader northern Michigan region including Petoskey and Traverse City areas. The nearby Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City offers woodworking and cabinetmaking programs for those seeking formal instruction. For supplies and workshops, woodworkers often travel to larger cities like Grand Rapids or traverse to Traverse City for specialized tools and materials, though local lumber mills in the region provide excellent hardwoods native to Michigan forests.

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