LU66 - A Special Customer Case Study

LU66 - A Special Customer Case Study

Author: Shannon Rogers December 22, 2021 Duration: 20:25
I talk a lot about understanding the technical properties of wood in order to choose the right species for the project at hand. On this episode I want to share with you a case study of a great customer who had some very specific, albeit mysterious, demands for a project and how I was able to help him find the right wood for the job.

Shannon Rogers hosts Shannon's Lumber Industry Update, a podcast that feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend in a well-stocked workshop. Forget dry industry reports; this is an accessible, engaging dive into the world of wood, framed around the questions real people have. Each episode tackles the practical and the curious, from selecting the right board for a project to unraveling the history and science behind how trees become timber. The goal is to cut through common misconceptions and foster a deeper appreciation for the material that has shaped human civilization. You'll come away not just with answers, but with a sharper, more nuanced understanding of lumber's journey from forest to finished piece. It’s a space where beginners and seasoned woodworkers alike can develop a more intuitive sense for their craft, becoming, as Shannon puts it, a little more wood savvy. Tune in for a consistently informative and surprisingly relaxing listen that makes the complexities of an ancient industry feel relevant and fascinating. This podcast naturally finds its home in the Leisure category, perfect for anyone who enjoys working with their hands or simply wants to understand the stories hidden in the grain.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 170

Shannon's Lumber Industry Update
Podcast Episodes
Episode 28 Hemp Wood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:58
In this episode I talk a fair bit about plywood and how it is put together and why it doesn't tear itself apart from wood movement. Also in this episode, bugs and plywood, 2x4 corners, and a look at a new product on the…
Episode 27 Fuming and Ebonizing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:52
On today's show I talk about changing the color of your wood through ammonia fuming and ebonizing with steel wool and vinegar. How the tannins do their job and how you can pump up the tannic acid with an additional coat…
Episode 26 - What's the Deal with Pine, Yellowheart, and Cherry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:34
3 questions this week all in the same vein: what's the deal with the prices and availability of? So I discuss Pine pricing, Cherry availability, and the Yellowheart market. That last one could be substituted with any num…
Episode 25 What is Genuine Mahogany [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:36
This episode I define Genuine Mahogany, and talk about how to choose a species for weight and durability using technical specifications. Then I take a walk into a coppiced forest, and finally talk about questions to ask…
Episode 24 White Oak Shortage [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:51
In this episode I discuss the White Oak shortage, grading marks, Spanish Cedar, more drying lumber, and a call for solar kiln information and experience.
Episode 23 - Kiln Drying [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:01
This episode I delve into the type of lumber drying kilns. Steam kilns, dehumification kilns, and vacuum and RF vacuum kilns all exist and have their pros and cons. But first I revisit why we kiln dry our lumber.
Episode 22 Mold, Fluorescence, and Sapwood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:14
Email grab bag time! I cover a variety of questions from buying veneer to mold, fluorescent wood, and the structural qualities of sapwood. Plus we talk about terrorists banning wood and some additional FSC facts.
Episode 21 FSC [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:24
This time I look at FSC and other certification and verification schemas in the lumber world. Are they what we think they are and does buying FSC really mean you have green lumber? Unfortunately, no it doesn't.
Episode 20 Trees as Crops, Pest Control, Alternate Species [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:00
In this episode I answer questions from the mail bag covering everything from how trees are raised like crops, when to sticker your lumber, methods for finding alternate species, lumber core plywood, and finally smoking…
Episode 19 Warped Wood on Purpose [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:00
This week I catch up on some emails from listeners. We talk about purpose warped wood, the Green Wall, community based logging, shop made plywood, composite lumber, and (gasp) environmentalists and loggers working togeth…