Specialising in low impact harvested timber and unique creations.

We provide portable sawmilling and bespoke joinery services. Established in 2022 and based in the Waikato, the aim is to help our customers use natural resources better, turning trees into high value lumber. We can also assist in the creation of custom furniture and home furnishings, either using the trees from your own property or from our own stock.

Portable Sawmilling and Bespoke Joinery

Tired of watching trees rot away or get chopped up for firewood? You know that it is a waste but you’re not really sure what to do with it, and it can’t just sit there.

Then another storm comes through and knocks down a few more beautiful oak trees that your grandfather planted. Its too much of a shame to burn them, and you really want to do something meaningful with the timber.

The Dusty Carpenter can help with this! We provide a mobile sawmilling service where we come onsite and deal with the tree there and then. This leaves you with high value timber, at a fraction of the cost, that means something special.

Why portable sawmilling?

Easy and Efficient

There are a lot benefits to portable sawmilling but one of the best is the speed and efficiency. The mill comes to you and within 15 minutes of arriving it can be fully set up with the first log ready to mill.

Sustainable and Cost Effective

Transporting logs and having them milled at a large sawmill can be very expensive, especially if you only have a few. However, a mobile mill is able to do any job, no matter how big or small. Not only will you save money using a portable sawmill, you’ll also save by milling your own timber,

Your Needs Met

Custom cut lumber specifically tailored for your needs. From a single log, multiple sizes of timber can be cut at once. This reduces waste, makes the most of your timber and ensures you get exactly what you need, how you need it.

Testimonials.

  • Finn joined the team at 370 for an epic milling operation. Finn hits the ground running with a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm and epic attitude. Such a pleasure to work with and we are thrilled with the product milled. Can’t recommend him enough. Have already booked the next milling dates. Really hard worker, fits in with any team and nothing is a problem. Top bloke!!!!

    Kelly Humphrey

  • We had a mirror made for our bathroom in oak. It was a custom build. From the start the communication was prompt and he knew exactly what we wanted. The end result was FANTASTIC. I love the mirror. Well glued, smooth and a great balance of design. Would definitely recommend!

    Sarah Quinn

  • Finn helped me mill up some Blackwood for furniture making and it was an absolute pleasure, he’s patience in explaining different cuts and checking in with me through the process, giving options to improve yield and quality was spot on. It’s great being able to work with a miller is also an accomplished craftsperson, it makes all the difference.

    Tim Bruce

  • Totally rate Finn and his milling ability. Has milled for us twice and the results were excellent. Intelligent approach, great communication, always on time, respectful and works hard, which makes for great value and results.

    Murray Jeffrey

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