The bark is the outer skin of the tree, which is intended to protect it, among other things. For some woodwork it has to be removed, but debarking is often a very sweaty task - especially when it comes to an entire log.

Removing bark can be very time-consuming

Debark the tree trunk with a peeling or draw knife

In the classic way, you debark the tree trunk by hand with a peeling or draw knife. Peeling irons come in a variety of qualities and are specially designed for this purpose. The draw knives, on the other hand, are only suitable for smaller pieces of wood, but not for an entire tree trunk. Manually peeling a log is both time consuming and physically demanding. It also has the disadvantage that the knife marks can then be seen in the wood. When debarking with a paring knife or drawknife, be sure to wear sturdy work gloves and only use tools with a sharp blade. Both reduce the risk of injury.

Debark with a high-pressure cleaner or sandblaster

If you don't want to get your hands dirty yourself, you can (have) debark the tree trunk with the help of a high-pressure cleaner or sandblaster. However, this method is only suitable if the pressure is set correspondingly high. When working with these devices, you should wear protective clothing - especially safety goggles! - and observe the safety regulations. You can also have this work done by a mobile professional: There is bound to be a company near you with a sandblaster or high-pressure cleaner (€119.90) that can come to your home if you wish.

Debarking by pre-soaking

If you have a pond or other body of water nearby, you can also water the log for a few days. Cover it completely with water. The bark can then be easily removed by hand, but the wood must be carefully dried for a long time before further processing.

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If you have a wood processing company (e.g. a sawmill) nearby, pay a visit to it. These companies work with a peeling machine and can easily peel the tree trunk for you for a fee.

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