After Debarking, a Log Is Sawn to Required Lengths and Required

question 59

Essay

After debarking, a log is sawn to required lengths and required cross- sectional sizes. Sawing renders lumber members rough to touch, which can hurt a carpenter's hands. Therefore, the sawn lumber is subsequently surfaced smooth with planing machines. Is surfacing done after the seasoning of lumber or before? Give reason for your answer.

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