I have some rough sawn 5/4 cherry that I’m going to rip into 1.5″ strips for a table top. Question: Is it better to mill and sand before ripping or put the top together and then plane and sand? The unmilled slab is pretty flat and I’m not too worried about slight imperfections there once the top is put together.
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To mill or not
If you are going to rip on a bandsaw you could probably do it rough. But on a table saw, I would definite flatten at least one side and joint the edge evenon a "pretty flat" board. You will get a better finish on a good table saw, and if you re-joint after each cut you could reduce the amount of planing/sanding.
Personally, I would mill first.
Forrest
I agree. Thanks.
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