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Product Description & Process

Turned & Doweled Cedar and Douglas Fir Poles

PowerWood produces round Cedar and Douglas Fir poles in a variety of sizes and finishes to suit architectural, structural, decorative, and specialty applications. Because every project has different requirements, we use several manufacturing methods to create poles that meet our customers’ specifications.

One of the most common methods is turning selected logs on an oversized lathe. Logs are carefully chosen based on diameter, straightness, appearance, and overall fibre quality before being mounted onto the lathe. As the log is turned, the natural taper and irregularities are removed to create a consistent round profile.

Once turned, the poles can be lightly scuff sanded to remove knife marks or fine sanded on the lathe for a smoother, more refined appearance. This makes turned Cedar and Douglas Fir poles an excellent option for projects where the wood will remain visible and become part of the overall architectural design.

For applications requiring a smaller and more consistent diameter, PowerWood can also manufacture doweled Cedar and Douglas Fir poles. Smaller poles, typically ranging from approximately 1.5″ to 5″ in diameter, can be processed through specialized moulding equipment to create a uniform round profile.

Doweled and turned poles can be produced for a variety of specialty applications where consistency in diameter, surface quality, and appearance is important. Depending on the project, we can work with customers to determine the appropriate species, dimensions, finish, and manufacturing method.

After production, our team carefully packages finished poles to help protect their appearance during storage and transportation.

Whether your project calls for the natural durability and distinctive appearance of Cedar or the strength and pronounced grain of Douglas Fir, PowerWood can manufacture poles to meet your specific project requirements.

Poles are typically sold by the piece for use as decorative posts in high end homes and commercial buildings. They are especially popular in ski resorts and “cabin country” type applications.

Common Applications

Turned and doweled wood poles are commonly sold by the piece and can be used for:

  • Decorative posts and columns
  • High-end residential construction
  • Commercial buildings
  • Ski resorts, lodges, and mountain properties
  • Cabins and recreational properties
  • Pergolas, gazebos, and outdoor structures
  • Architectural features
  • Railings and specialty components
  • Landscape and exterior design features
  • Custom manufacturing applications

Their natural wood appearance makes Cedar and Douglas Fir poles particularly well suited to projects where the structure itself is intended to become part of the design.

Want to Customize?

PowerWood can manufacture any profile from standard book patterns to unique profiles for a single use – cut to order for your special requirements.

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