Price of wood in a sawmill per m³: how does it work?

You want to buy wood in a sawmill and you are wondering What is the price per m³ ? Whether you are a professional or an individual, understand the Sawmill lumber rate per cubic meter is essential for estimating your budget, choosing the right gas and avoiding unpleasant surprises.

In this article, the VUITTON Sawmill explains how prices are calculated, what influences them, and why using a local sawmill is a smart choice.

Wood sold per m³: what does that mean?

The cubic meter (m³) is the reference unit for the sale of raw wood in sawmills. It corresponds to a Volume of wood, calculated according to the dimensions (length × width × thickness). This makes it possible to compare prices between different species or products (pedestals, beams, boards, etc.).

💡 Example: a board 4 meters long, 0.2 m wide and 0.05 m thick = 0.04 m³

What factors influence the price of lumber in sawmills per m³?

1. The essence of wood

Each type of wood has a different price depending on its availability, its mechanical and aesthetic qualities:

• Chêne : noble, durable, very resistant wood → high price
• Ash : clear, flexible and robust aesthetics → medium/high price
• Beech : homogeneous, stable wood, ideal for furniture → moderate price
• Related products (sawdust, bark, pellets) → much more accessible

2. Quality and sorting

Sawmills classify wood according to several levels of quality: presence of knots, straightness, color, thread, etc. This directly influences the price:

• Wood of 1st quality : fine sorting, higher price
• Wood of standard quality or rustic : more accessible

3. The degree of drying

• Wood unripe or dry in the air : lower price
• Wood artificially dried (10-12% humidity): higher price, but more stable wood

4. Specific dimensions and cuts

The price per m³ increases if you ask for:

• Of Cuts on the list (precise dimensions)
• Of long lengths or non-standard sections
• From custom flow

Some indicative price ranges

These prices are Indicative and may vary depending on the situation, the availability of wood, the volume ordered and the associated services.

EssenceQualityPrice per m³ (HT) Air-dried oak — QP1Standard950 to 1,100 €Oak flow on list — QPApremium1 200 to 1 500 €Beech or Ash — pedestals or planks — blocks or planks StandardStandard 700 to 1 000 €Standard 700 to 1 000 €Related wood (bark, sawdust) —10 to 50€ per m³

📌 At Scierie VUITTON, we also offer degressive rates according to the volumes ordered and the delivery conditions.

Why choose a sawmill to buy wood per m³?

Buying in a sawmill means:

✅ Access a total traceability
✅ Choosing wood locale, often PEFC or FSC certified
✅ Avoid intermediaries and pay a Fair price
✅ Get products adapted to your project : carpentry, carpentry, furniture...

Get a personalized rate

Do you have a specific need for raw, dry or custom wood? Don't rely solely on general price ranges: the best thing is to ask for a quote directly to your sawmill.

👉 Request your quote here

Our teams respond quickly with a clear price, based on fuel, quantities and your project.

In summary

• The price of wood per m³ depends on many criteria: species, quality, drying, cutting...
• The quercus is among the most expensive species, but the most durable.
• Buy directly in sawmill guarantees transparency, quality and personalization.
• For a Exact price, it is better to ask for a personalized quote.