Even though we all love the trees on our properties, there may come a time when you need to cut that tree down for one reason or another. When you’re faced with the decision to cut own a beloved tree, this doesn’t have to be the end of that tree in your yard. You can consider having that tree cut into a beautiful work of art. Chainsaw carving is a way to preserve a tree that you need to have cut down but aren’t ready to completely get rid of. Carve Me A Bear! Chainsaw Carvings is here to talk about how you can determine if your tree stump would be a good candidate for a chainsaw carving.

What Makes a Tree Stump Worthy of Carving

The honest truth is that not all tree stumps are a good candidate for a chainsaw carving. Your tree stump needs to fall into different categories to make it a good choice.
– Right Species: Different tree species make better candidates than others for chainsaw carving. The wood needs to be as hard as possible. You want a tree species that is going to withstand weather and not be prone to decay. The best trees for chainsaw carvings are oak and black walnut because of the hardness of the wood as well as the durability of it.
– Size: The size of the stump will be a determining factor as well. You will want the stump to be at least 12 inches in diameter. The wider it is, the more intricate the design can be. Likewise, the taller the stump is, the more you can have carved into it. If you are looking for a totem pole, you will need a tall enough stump to put several different figures in the carving.
– Health: Hopefully the tree that you’re cutting down isn’t being removed because it was filled with disease. The health of the stump is also going to be considered when determining whether or not it can be carved. You don’t want the stump to be rotten inside or hollow. One way to determine the health of the stump is to knock on the stump and see how hollow it sounds. You can also perform a test hole to get an idea of the health of the tree stump.
– Freshly Cut: Ideally, the tree stump shouldn’t be old. You need to have the stump carved within the first year after cutting the tree down. The freshness of the stump will impact how easily the wood can be carved.

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If you have a tree stump on your property, you can turn to Carve Me A Bear! Chainsaw Carvings to create something beautiful where your tree once was. You can turn to us with your design ideas as we help create a work of art for you. Call us today!