Business Details
11 Years
experience
Custom Sawing & Building Materials in Bristol, RI
Newport Nautical Timbers has built a legacy of excellence in providing premium lumber and wood materials for builders, furniture makers, and historical restoration specialists. Since our founding in 2015, we have combined traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Our proprietary flitch sawing method ensures precise color matching and bookmatching capabilities, preserving the natural beauty of every log. We specialize in processing domestic and imported hardwoods, including veneer-grade species selected for their unparalleled quality. Our commitment to sourcing materials that align with our reputation for excellence has earned us trust among discerning professionals.With a focus on timeliness and precision, we handle projects ranging from single logs to bulk orders, backed by 8 years of dedicated service. Our large slab surfacing capabilities and delivery solutions further support our clients creative and structural demands. Through strategic expansion, we now offer reclaimed wood, old-growth timbers, and specialty lumber tailored to both functional and aesthetic needs. Our team collaborates closely with clients to identify materials that balance cost-effectiveness and superior quality. By maintaining rigorous standards in every cut, we ensure that each piece we deliver meets the exacting expectations of industries where precision and durability matter most.
Services
Custom Log Sawing
Reclaimed Wood Supply
Veneer Grade Lumber
Large Slab Surfacing
Regional Delivery
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 8 years of specialized experience in precision lumber processing.
- Our proprietary flitch sawing method preserves natural wood patterns for bookmatching.
- We maintain strict quality control for both domestic and imported hardwoods.
- We serve both furniture makers and historical restoration specialists.
- We provide slab surfacing for burls, reclaimed timber, and specialty wood projects.
Services
Custom Log Sawing
We process logs into custom-cut lumber using advanced sawing techniques that maintain natural wood integrity. Our equipment handles logs up to 52" wide and 45" long with specialized cutting options. Clients receive consistent quality through our sequential boule stacking method that ensures color matching capabilities.
Large Slab Surfacing
Our industrial-grade planer delivers flawless finishes on slabs, burls, and reclaimed timber without tear-out or burn marks. Adjustable speed settings accommodate diverse wood types while maintaining dimensional accuracy. The heavy-duty cutter produces smooth surfaces suitable for tabletops, architectural elements, and specialty woodworking projects.
Reclaimed Wood Supply
We source and prepare historic timbers with established patinas from deconstructed structures and industrial sources. Each reclaimed piece retains unique character while meeting structural requirements. Our inventory includes antique beams, flooring, and specialty wood with traceable provenance for architectural and furniture applications.
Veneer Grade Lumber
Imported and domestic species curated for exceptional figure and grain patterns meet strict veneer-grade standards. Materials undergo careful selection to ensure dimensional stability and visual consistency. Our inventory includes exotic options like Birdseye Maple, Purple Heart, and African Mahogany ideal for high-end interior finishes.
Regional Delivery
We offer logistics solutions for material transport within a 50-mile radius using specialized equipment. Our 20' flatbed truck carries oversized pieces up to 30" wide with secure loading practices. Long-distance orders coordinate with trusted carriers to ensure safe, timely delivery of sensitive wood products.
Questions
What types of wood do you specialize in?
We handle domestic and imported hardwoods, including exotic species like African Mahogany, Birdseye Maple, and Purple Heart, plus reclaimed and old-growth timbers.
Can you process large-scale timber projects?
Yes, our mill processes logs up to 52" wide and 45" long, with capabilities for bulk orders and commercial-sized slab surfacing requirements.
Do you offer delivery services?
We provide regional delivery within a 50-mile radius using our flatbed truck at $3.00 per mile, with options for long-distance shipping coordination.
What makes your flitch sawing method unique?
We maintain sequential order when cutting logs to preserve natural color patterns, enabling precise bookmatching for seamless visual continuity in finished projects.
Do you work with historical restoration projects?
Yes, we supply materials for historical restoration with reclaimed timbers and specialty species matching original construction specifications and period authenticity.
How do you ensure consistent wood quality?
We implement strict selection criteria for imported and domestic species, maintaining boule stacking methods and precision milling to guarantee dimensional and visual consistency.
