Custom Rip Solutions in the Midwest
Precision-ripped and sanded lumber
Quality Lumber Finished to Your Specifications
Our Commitment to Sustainability
We have over 100 years of forest stewardship experience, and our team promotes and practices sustainable wood harvesting and manufacturing processes. Our American hardwood is ethically sourced and sustainably harvested, and we work with local landowners to ensure fair, sustainable timber harvesting and logging practices. None of our lumber comes from areas that are at risk of deforestation, soil erosion, or habitat destruction.
Our Facility and Team
We operate a 48,000 square foot facility that is meticulously maintained, safe, and clean. We have 16 drying kilns, a sawmill, and precisely maintained equipment, all of which ensure your lumber will be processed and manufactured safely and correctly. Our team has decades of experience and is committed to quality workmanship and consistent results. Our wood processing machinery is carefully maintained and serviced and delivers exceptional results each time.
Premium American Hardwood Lumber Straight from the Source
When you partner with us, you can be assured that you are receiving premium American hardwood lumber straight from the source. We oversee each step of the process, from choosing and harvesting the trees to processing and manufacturing the logs and lumber in our facility. We work with a diverse customer base and guarantee that each customer gets their lumber deliveries on time and on-grade, and that each piece of lumber meets their specifications and exceeds their expectations.
Our Custom Cutting, Sanding, Milling, and Finishing Services
We work closely with you to fully understand your custom finishing needs. We oversee each step of the process with an eye for detail to ensure each piece of lumber meets your unique specifications. Our custom rip solutions are designed to increase production, improve yield, and increase profits while reducing your labor and costs. Call us now to request a quote for our custom rip solutions:
- SLR1E (straight line rip 1edge)
- Custom ripping
- Custom sanding
Who We Serve
We provide custom rip solutions to a wide range of industries. We work with local and national woodworkers, manufacturers, retailers and wholesalers, and distributors and exporters. We provide quality American hardwood lumber.
- Cabinet makers
- Flooring manufacturers
- Woodworkers
- Contractors and builders
- Millwork and component manufacturers
- Artists
- Pallet and crating manufacturers
Wood Species We Work With
Our team can provide custom milling, ripping, sanding, and finishing services for the following hardwood species:
- Hard Maple
- Soft Maple
- Red Oak
- White Ash
Custom milling for premium hardwood
Why Choose Kretz Lumber Company for Wood Processing Solutions
We are the largest manufacturer of North American hardwoods in the Midwest. We have almost 100 years of experience and have worked with companies all over the world. We carefully and sustainably harvest our hardwood from the North Woods region, and work with local forest and landowners to ensure sustainability and ethical forestry management. We carefully inspect and grade each log that enters our facility and stay true to our commitment to deliver premium American hardwoods on time and on-grade.
Request a Quote for Tailored Ripping Solutions
Call us now or contact us online to speak with our knowledgeable, experienced team about your unique wood processing needs. We maintain an extensive inventory of quality American hardwood and can process and finish it to meet your specific requirements. Our custom lumber milling services can save you time, money, and labor and ensure you get quality lumber that is ripped and sanded to your precise specifications.