How big is a slab of wood?

Slabs are cut in various thicknesses, from 1” to 3” or more. So, the thicker the cut, the more expensive the slab will be. In addition, wood has to be dried before it can be made into furniture. A common rule of thumb is that slabs of wood require a year of drying per inch of thickness.

How much is a slab of pine?

The slabs average 16-25 inches in width and 8 to 16 feet in length. These pine slabs are perfectly sized for bar tops or counter tops. Pricing starts at $5.00 per board foot.

How long does it take to season a slab of wood?

Curing times vary because of species, initial moisture in the tree, thickness, density, temperature and ambient humidity when drying. The general rule of thumb is to allow slabs to cure at least one year for each inch of thickness.

How thick should a wood table top be?

Transitional styles vary greatly, but typically favor table top thicknesses in the mid-range, from 1″ to 1 ¾”. Not excessively thick or thin, but well-proportioned to the interior space. Larger, more rustic pieces may work well with a thicker top.

Why is wood so expensive?

Lumber and plywood prices are so high now because of the short-run dynamics of demand and supply. Wood demand shot up in the summer of pandemic. Many homeowners were stuck at home, unable to vacation.

How thick are live edge slabs?

Most dining or conference tables we make land somewhere between 1.75” and 2.25” finished. This is typically easy to accomplish with well dried slabs with “minimal” drying movement that for us start at 2 3/8” thick if under 24” wide or 2 7/8” thick if 24”-36” wide.