Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Timber Logging and Lumber Mill Services in Ohio
K & B Lumber has been a trusted name in the timber industry since 1993, specializing in sustainable logging practices and high-quality lumber production. Our team of experienced loggers and millworkers employs modern techniques to ensure minimal environmental impact while maximizing value for landowners. We pride ourselves on honest service, competitive pricing, and a commitment to leaving properties in better condition than we found them. With over 22 years of expertise, we operate as a one-stop shop for timber harvesting and millwork, eliminating the need for brokers.Our ethical approach includes selective cutting to maintain forest health, producing furniture-grade lumber and railroad ties, and implementing a zero-waste policy that repurposes every part of the timber. As a locally owned business based in Charm, Ohio, we serve central and northeastern Ohio with personalized service and professional integrity.
Services
Standing Timber Logging
Lumber Mill Services
Railroad Tie Production
Mulch Manufacturing
Selective Tree Harvesting
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer competitive pricing with free timber value estimates
- Our zero-waste lumber mill maximizes timber value and environmental responsibility
- Certified loggers trained in ODNR best management practices
- Selective cutting preserves forest ecosystems while generating income
- Direct-to-landowner transactions eliminate broker fees
Services
Standing Timber Logging
Our sustainable logging services focus on selective tree harvesting that maintains forest health while generating income for landowners. Using modern equipment and best management practices, we create efficient logging roads with minimal environmental impact. Our team of certified loggers ensures proper stream protection, erosion control, and habitat preservation during every harvest.
Lumber Mill Services
Our furniture-grade lumber mill transforms harvested timber into premium hardwood products for national markets. The facility processes logs into dimensional lumber while implementing a zero-waste policy that repurposes bark into mulch and sawdust into animal bedding. Each board is graded according to National Hardwood Lumber Association standards by trained professionals.
Railroad Tie Production
We manufacture durable railroad ties and bridge timbers from select hardwood logs. These critical infrastructure components support the nation's rail system through replacement and maintenance projects. Our production process ensures dimensional accuracy and structural integrity while maintaining compliance with industry standards for railroad timber products.
Mulch Manufacturing
As part of our zero-waste initiative, we convert tree bark into premium landscaping mulch. This byproduct of our milling process provides an environmentally responsible solution for erosion control and soil enhancement. The mulch is distributed to landscaping companies throughout Ohio for residential and commercial applications.
Selective Tree Harvesting
Our environmentally conscious approach focuses on removing only mature, market-ready trees while preserving younger growth. This method maintains biodiversity, improves wildlife habitats, and creates sustainable income streams for landowners. We implement reseeding programs and leave tree tops on site to promote natural regeneration and organic material recycling.
People
Martin Kuhns
Co-Founder
With lumber industry experience since 1975, Martin co-founded K & B Lumber in 1993 to create a vertically integrated timber business that prioritizes ethical practices and environmental stewardship.
Robert Bartman
Co-Founder
Bringing decades of lumber industry expertise from his 1975-1993 career, Robert partnered with Martin Kuhns to establish K & B Lumber's commitment to sustainable forestry and direct landowner relationships.
Marion Yoder
Forestry Consultant
As lead forestry consultant, Marion provides expert guidance on timber valuation and harvesting practices, combining technical knowledge with personalized service to meet landowners' specific needs.
Questions
How do you ensure fair pricing for timber sales?
We provide free, no-obligation estimates from our forestry consultants who evaluate your timber's species, quality, and market value to ensure competitive pricing.
What areas do you service in Ohio?
We operate throughout central and northeastern Ohio, including Holmes, Tuscarawas, Coshocton, Knox, Stark, Wayne, Richland, Ashland, Licking, Muskingum, and Gurnsey counties.
What makes your logging practices sustainable?
We use selective cutting instead of clear cutting, maintain stream buffers, implement erosion control measures, and leave tree tops for wildlife habitat during every harvest.
How do you handle payment for timber sales?
We provide transparent pricing with written contracts outlining payment terms. Payment methods include direct deposit and traditional checks for your convenience.
What happens to leftover materials after logging?
We follow a zero-waste policy: bark becomes mulch, slab wood is processed into paper products, and sawdust is recycled as animal bedding for local farms.
Do you offer reforestation services?
While we focus on harvesting mature trees, we implement reseeding programs after harvests and maintain natural regeneration through our selective cutting practices.
