Gordon Redd Lumber Company, Inc.

About Gordon Redd Lumber Company, Inc. — Saw Mill in Brookhaven

Gordon Redd Lumber Company has been serving Brookhaven and surrounding Mississippi communities as a trusted saw mill operation, providing custom lumber milling services for woodworkers, builders, farmers, and anyone with timber to process. Whether you’re bringing your own logs or need quality lumber cut to specification, their experienced team delivers precision milling with attention to detail.

The mill offers custom-sawn lumber in various dimensions, live-edge slabs perfect for furniture projects, heavy timber beams for construction, and specialty cuts tailored to your project needs. They work with local hardwood species including oak, pine, cypress, and hickory, processing both green lumber and offering kiln-drying services for projects requiring seasoned wood.

Choosing a local saw mill like Gordon Redd means working directly with experienced millers who understand wood grain, can recommend the best cuts for your project, and provide personalized service you won’t find at big box stores. You’ll save money while getting exactly what you need, whether it’s matching historical millwork or creating unique live-edge pieces.

Brookhaven’s location in south-central Mississippi provides access to abundant timber resources and a strong tradition of woodworking craftsmanship. The area’s mix of residential construction, agricultural buildings, and custom woodworking projects creates steady demand for quality milled lumber and specialized sawmill services.

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What to Expect When You Visit

Visiting Gordon Redd Lumber means stepping into a working saw mill where the sweet scent of fresh-cut wood fills the air and the rhythmic hum of sawing equipment tells the story of logs becoming lumber. You’ll likely see stacks of drying lumber organized by species and dimension, with live-edge slabs showcasing the natural beauty of local hardwoods.

The knowledgeable staff will discuss your project requirements, examine any logs you’ve brought, and explain milling options including cut specifications, drying timelines, and grain orientation. Expect practical advice about wood movement, moisture content, and the best species selection for your intended use, along with realistic timelines for custom milling work.

Products & Materials

Gordon Redd Lumber specializes in custom-sawn lumber from southern hardwoods and softwoods, including oak, pine, cypress, hickory, and sweetgum. They produce dimensional lumber in standard and custom sizes, from 1-inch boards to heavy timber beams up to 12×12 inches or larger, depending on log availability and project requirements.

Live-edge slabs are a specialty, perfect for dining tables, bar tops, and artistic woodworking projects, with widths varying based on the source logs. The mill also produces specialty items like reclaimed heart pine, rough-sawn siding, and custom millwork blanks for restoration projects requiring period-appropriate lumber profiles.

Services include both bandsaw and circle saw milling depending on the application, air-drying facilities, and kiln-drying services for customers needing seasoned lumber. They can also provide grading services and surface planing to meet construction specifications or fine woodworking requirements.

Who Shops Here

Gordon Redd Lumber serves a diverse clientele including professional builders constructing custom homes and commercial projects, furniture makers and woodworkers seeking quality hardwood lumber, farmers needing barn lumber and agricultural building materials, and homeowners with trees to mill or restoration projects requiring matching lumber. Hobbyist woodworkers also frequent the mill for live-edge slabs and unique lumber not available at retail stores.

Serving the Brookhaven, Mississippi Area

Brookhaven’s woodworking community benefits from Mississippi’s rich forest resources and the area’s tradition of timber-related industries. The region’s mix of hardwood and pine forests provides excellent raw materials, while local craftsmen, builders, and furniture makers maintain demand for quality custom-milled lumber, supporting businesses like Gordon Redd Lumber Company that bridge the gap between forest and finished project.

Tips for First-Time Buyers

• Call ahead if you’re bringing logs to mill – they’ll want to know species, quantity, and approximate dimensions to schedule equipment time
• Ask about moisture content and drying options for your project timeline – green lumber needs time to season properly
• Bring project plans or sketches to discuss optimal log breakdown and grain orientation for your intended use
• Check their live-edge slab inventory regularly as availability changes with new logs being processed
• Consider air-drying versus kiln-drying based on your timeline and budget – each method has advantages
• Inquire about minimum quantities for custom milling jobs to ensure cost-effectiveness for your project

Woodworking Clubs & Resources near Brookhaven, Mississippi

Woodworkers in the Brookhaven, Mississippi area can connect with the Mississippi Woodturners Association, which has chapters throughout the state and offers regular meetings, demonstrations, and educational opportunities for both beginners and experienced turners. Copiah-Lincoln Community College in nearby Wesson provides vocational training programs that include woodworking skills, while the Jackson Metro Woodworkers Guild, located about an hour north in the Jackson area, welcomes members from surrounding communities including Lincoln County. For supplies and classes, woodworkers typically travel to larger cities like Jackson or make trips to Woodcraft stores in Birmingham, Alabama or New Orleans for specialized tools and materials.

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