Joining us this week on the Woodpreneur Podcast is woodworker and sawmill operator, Mitch Purcell of Purcell Lumber & Design in Kingston, ON.
Inspired by posts he saw on Instagram, Mitch built his own fractal burner and began making charcuterie boards. Through this experimentation, Mitch realized his passion for woodworking and began taking commissions for custom work. Shortly thereafter, his parents had a massive Ash tree cut from their yard, which sparked Mitch’s interest in sawmilling. He took on the task of milling the Ash himself after he realized he could buy his own set up for close to the same price as paying someone else to mill it. Mitch began milling salvaged lumber he sourced from the internet or by good old fashioned word of mouth.
Mitch is an engineer by trade and has been extremely resourceful in launching his wood business. Early on, he recognized the advantages of kiln drying his milled lumber; so Mitch researched kilns and built his own mostly from salvaged materials. Mitch reinvested his initial profits into new equipment for his sawmill business. Having only been in operation for a little under six months, Purcell Lumber & Design is already well on its way to success.
Show Highlights:
- Mitch has a great “Do It Yourself” attitude which has helped him establish his sawmill and woodworking business.
- He realizes the importance of networking with other woodpreneurs, like his partnership with Woodland Mills that has elevated his status.
- Purcell Lumber & Design has a strong Instagram following which is used for marketing and reaching new clients.
- Although we are living in uncertain times, Mitch remains optimistic and hopeful for the future of his business.
Goals and Advice:
- Currently, he sources his wood largely from online and by word of mouth. Mitch stresses the value of good networking as a key to his success.
- Future goals include opening a commercial showroom space to better serve customers. Mitch wants to extend his product offerings to include materials like epoxy and glue for woodworking projects.
- Learn from everything you do. Don’t hesitate to act.
Contact Purcell Lumber & Design
Instagram: @purcell_ld
Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/PurcellLD
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