Butler, Indiana ยท Est. 2024

Custom Sawmill & Wood Products

Wood-Mizer bandsaw milling, live-edge slabs, hardwood & softwood lumber, and firewood delivery. Serving Indiana, Michigan & Ohio.

Wood-Mizer LX250 54-1/2" Max Cut 28+ Hardwood Species Open 7 Days ยท Call 8AM โ€“ 6PM IN ยท MI ยท OH
What We Offer

Sawmill Services & Products

From raw log to finished lumber โ€” we cut hardwood, softwood, live-edge, timbers, and firewood to your exact spec.

Serving contractors, custom home builders, interior designers, woodworkers, hobbyists, and anyone in need of a custom mantel.

Wood-Mizer LX250 bandsaw mill with a freshly cut slab on the bed, inside the Vail Wood Products barn in Butler, Indiana

Custom Milling

Bring your log or call for portable service. We cut to your exact dimensions on our Wood-Mizer LX250 โ€” up to 54-1/2" wide.

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Live-edge hardwood slabs stacked on pallets in the Vail Wood Products barn, available in Butler, Indiana

Live-Edge Slabs

Statement pieces up to 54-1/2" wide and 16โ€ฒ long. Perfect for tables, bars, countertops, and shelving. In stock and cut to order.

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Large hardwood logs staged on pallets, ready to be custom-milled into lumber and timbers โ€” Vail Wood Products

Lumber & Timbers

Rough-sawn boards, dimensional lumber, heavy timbers, mantels, and turning blanks in 28+ hardwood and softwood species.

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Truck bed loaded with split hardwood firewood ready for delivery โ€” Vail Wood Products, Butler, Indiana

Firewood

$250 per full cord, delivered within 30 miles of Butler. Available for pickup too.

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Kiln Drying

Solar kiln with 2,000โ€“2,400 BF capacity. Dried to 7โ€“8% MC for interior projects, 12โ€“15% for exterior. Drying times may vary.

Kiln Details
Alaskan chainsaw mill cutting a fresh live-edge slab on site โ€” Vail Wood Products portable milling service

Portable Milling

Alaskan sawmill (24โ€ณ and 36โ€ณ) comes to your property. $200 minimum + $25 sharpening per job. Mill your timber on-site.

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2016 Bobcat S850 skid steer with grapple bucket attachment โ€” Vail Wood Products skid steer services, Butler, Indiana

Skid Steer Services (Bobcat S850)

Heavy-duty skid steer work with operator โ€” land clearing, material handling, site prep, log moving, and more. Large-frame machine built for tough jobsites.

$150/hr with operator ยท 4-hr minimum

Attachments available upon request โ€” call or fill out the form to request a callback.

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The Equipment

Wood-Mizer LX250 Bandsaw Mill

Our bandsaw mill handles logs other mills turn away. 38 HP gas engine, 55" log diameter capacity, and a 54-1/2" max width of cut mean we can take on the biggest walnut slab, the widest white oak, or the longest timber you need.

  • 54-1/2" maximum width of cut
  • 55" log diameter capacity
  • 38 HP gas engine โ€” handles the hardest hardwoods
  • Precision bandsaw for smooth, accurate cuts
  • Portable โ€” comes to your site
  • Solar kiln for proper moisture content
Brady Vail operating the Wood-Mizer LX250 bandsaw mill in Butler, Indiana
SpecValue
Mill ModelWood-Mizer LX250
Engine38 HP Gas
Max Log Diameter55 inches
Max Width of Cut54-1/2 inches
Cut TypeBandsaw (smooth, precise)
PortableYes
Kiln TypeSolar
Kiln Capacity2,000โ€“2,400 BF
The Process

How Custom Milling Works

Call or Message

Describe your project โ€” species, dimensions, quantity. Brady will walk through your specs and provide a quote. Call 8AM โ€“ 6PM, 7 days a week.

Drop Off Your Log

Bring your log to 1448 CR 61, Butler, IN โ€” or schedule a portable milling visit and we'll come to your property.

We Cut to Spec

Our Wood-Mizer LX250 handles logs up to 55" diameter and cuts up to 54-1/2" wide. Turnaround is 1โ€“3 days for simple cuts, longer for larger orders.

Pick Up Your Lumber

Come get your order or call to arrange delivery. Firewood delivery available within 30 miles. Drying times may vary for kiln-dried wood.

Common Questions

FAQ

Don't see your question? Call us at 260-668-6255 โ€” Brady is available 8AM to 6PM, 7 days a week.

Do you mill logs I bring in?

Yes. Custom milling is one of our core services. Call ahead to schedule your drop-off at 1448 CR 61, Butler, IN. We handle hardwood and softwood logs up to 55 inches in diameter.

What species do you carry?

We mill 28+ hardwood species and 5 softwood species. Common hardwoods include walnut, oak, cherry, maple, ash, hickory, elm, and many more. Softwoods include pine, cedar, and others. See the full species list.

What is the minimum order?

There is no set minimum order. We work with customers on projects of all sizes. Contact us to discuss your needs and get a quote.

Do you deliver?

Firewood delivery is available within 30 miles of Butler, IN โ€” $250 per full cord. For lumber and other products, pickup is standard. Call us to discuss delivery arrangements for larger orders. Shipping and freight can be arranged outside of the tri-state area.

Are you open on weekends?

Yes. We are open 7 days a week. Call ahead between 8AM and 6PM at 260-668-6255 to arrange pickup or discuss your project.

Do you offer kiln drying?

Yes. Our solar kiln holds 2,000โ€“2,400 board feet and dries lumber to 7โ€“8% moisture content for interior use or 12โ€“15% for exterior applications. Drying times may vary.

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Get Your Custom Milling Quote

Call Brady directly or fill out our quick quote form. We'll get back to you within 24 hours.