Business Details
46 Years
experience
Custom Sawing & Timber Frame Experts in Maple Plain, MN
Timms Lumber Sawing has been a family-owned and operated business since 1980, dedicated to providing high-quality custom sawing, timber framing, and wood processing services. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with a commitment to craftsmanship, offering tailored solutions for residential and commercial projects across Minnesota. We specialize in transforming raw timber into functional art, from custom furniture and mantels to structural timber frames. Our services include kiln drying, material processing, and a rotating selection of premium lumber for sale. With a focus on sustainability and customer collaboration, we ensure every project meets exact specifications while maintaining the natural beauty of wood.Our family values extend to every interaction, treating clients with respect and transparency. We pride ourselves on flexibility, handling logs from 6 feet to 20 feet long and widths up to 34 inches. Whether creating one-of-a-kind furniture or supporting large-scale builds, our expertise and equipment deliver reliable results. We maintain open communication throughout every project, ensuring clients are informed and satisfied. Our legacy of trust and quality has made us a trusted name in the woodworking industry for over four decades.
Services
Custom Sawing
Timber Frame
Furniture
Mantels
Material Processing
Kiln Drying
Lumber Sales
Epoxy Filling
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in custom sawing and timber framing.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes personalized service and transparency.
- We offer a wide range of services, from kiln drying to custom furniture creation.
- Our team handles logs up to 34 inches wide and 20 feet long with precision.
- We guarantee sustainable practices and use of locally sourced materials.
Services
Custom Sawing
Transform raw logs into custom lumber tailored to your specifications. We handle logs up to 34 inches wide and 20 feet long, offering rough cut, stickered, or kiln-dried options. Ideal for homeowners, builders, and artisans seeking unique wood materials.
Timber Frame
Craft durable, exposed timber structures for homes, gazebos, or signs. Our 30-year expertise includes design, delivery, and installation across Minnesota. Perfect for clients seeking rustic, high-strength architectural elements with modern functionality.
Furniture
Create bespoke tables, mantels, and decor from sustainably sourced wood. Each piece is handcrafted without mass production, ensuring heirloom-quality results. Ideal for customers wanting unique, durable furniture with personalized design elements.
Material Processing
Enhance lumber with sanding, planing, epoxy filling, and more. Services start at $100 and include resawing, joining, and orbital sanding. Designed for clients needing precision processing for DIY or professional projects.
Kiln Drying
Stabilize lumber with professional kiln drying at $6 per board foot. Includes transport, setup, and two weeks of free storage. Reduces warping and cracking, ensuring wood is ready for immediate use in furniture or construction.
People
Steve Timm
Founder
Steve founded Timms Lumber Sawing in 1980 while working in commercial construction. He pioneered custom sawing services and remains involved in operations, sharing his expertise in timber framing and woodworking with clients and family.
Jeff Timm
Owner
Jeff purchased the business in 2018 after 17 years of hands-on experience. He oversees daily operations and prioritizes customer satisfaction, ensuring every project meets exact needs while maintaining the company's legacy of quality.
Questions
How do you calculate material costs?
We use board footage, calculated as (length x width x thickness) / 12. Our website provides a calculator for convenience.
Do you offer kiln drying services?
Yes, kiln drying costs $6 per board foot and includes setup, transport, and two weeks of storage.
Can you process logs of any size?
We handle logs from 6 to 20 feet long with a maximum width of 34 inches.
What areas do you serve?
We work throughout Minnesota, delivering custom timber frames and materials to residential and commercial clients.
Do you sell pre-cut lumber?
Yes, we offer a rotating selection of slabs and 1-inch material in our lumber yard.
Reviews (5)
Derek McCoy
Jul 05, 2021
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Super professionally run knowledgeable shop. They're capable of handling anything. Only limit is your imagination.
Kari Hannay
Jun 30, 2021
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I had asked Timms Lumber and Sawing to make us a custom mantle for our fireplace and they did AMAZING!! We love our mantle! They were upfront on their timing and expectations with us! They even came out to double check angles/measurements, made a prototype/sample before creating the actual mantle! I was very impressed with the craftsmanship and work! I would say that stopping by to talk to them was easier than trying to work thru things on the phone. I would recommend them for woodworking needs! Love supporting a local business!!
Seth Downs
Apr 22, 2021
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Great guys that are extremely helpful and running a great local operation. Definitely a great place to go for better lumber than the big box stores
Jeremy Baker
Apr 14, 2021
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High caliber work. Great people who are easy to work with who I found to be fair priced and up front honest.
Gary Almquist
Jan 31, 2021
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Timms Lumber and Sawing is 5 star. Why? Because they gave up their lunch time to help us. They worked us in a tight schedule. They did amazing work and it is evident that they do first class work. They do not CUT corners... A bit of a pun but they do it right. None better! GJA
