Treeincarnated

Won't go more brown once felled. If left too long before felling, tree will fall over anyway as fungus weakens cell structure of timber. Because of this, do not use brown oak for structural purposes. Steve's right, does turn nicely; less splintery than white oak but can be difficult to keep a crisp edge. Timber is darker brown at the base, getting lighter and stripier as you gain altitude. I like it!

You'll be lucky to get dry 4". I used to go to Witnesham sawmill, but since Titchmarsh sold out, they're not selling timber anymore. I can do the 2" for you, but the 4" is beyond my stock sizes. You could try Suffolk Tree Services down Lavenham way. They mill and store timber and might have some 4". Tim Barber at Eastern Counties Sawmilling may have some part seasoned 4". Ben Sutton at Sotterly might be worth a call, but he knows how to charge!

Walnut still available, Simon?

Jonathan, got any elm left? looking for a couple of logs to be milled for chair seats. Jeremy