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    Process Controls Versus Schedule Controls in Commercial Kiln-Drying Operations
    Here's a technically informative, if somewhat contentious, debate about different approaches to computerized kiln control, and the role of human operators in the kiln-drying process. June 13, 2014

    Kiln Operation - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Kiln Operation - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Air Drying Lumber - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Air Drying Lumber - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Drying rates for hardwood lumber -- How fast can you dry?
    Facts and stats for time-sensitive drying that will produce quality lumber. November 29, 2002

    Developing Software to Calculate Wood Kiln Schedules
    The wood drying process is complex, and involves many inter-related variables. So creating software to determine drying schedules is a challenge. June 13, 2014

    Solar Kiln Designs 2 -- Solar Heated, Lumber Dry Kiln Designs - Part 2
    An in depth article by Gene Wengert and Luiz Carlos Oliveira

    Kiln Control Technology and Drying Parameters
    This mostly hypothetical discussion develops into a back-and-forth about whether wood stress should be used as a determining factor in kiln control systems. June 13, 2014

    Turbulent Air Flow as a Factor in Kiln-Drying Operational Control
    The Wood Doctor explains why controlling humidity and temperature, not managing airflow turbulence, is the way to maintain optimum drying conditions in the kiln. June 13, 2014

    Controlling Drying Conditions and Monitoring Progress
    Here's a lively, sometimes contentious, and very informative thread about how to ensure quality control when drying lumber in a variety of different kiln types with different control systems and instrumentation. July 16, 2012

    Whether to Thaw Frozen Wood Before Kiln-Drying
    Here's a long and intense theoretical argument about whether frozen wood can be safely dried without thawing it first. June 13, 2014

    Self Air-Drying Versus Kiln-Drying
    Carefully air-drying wood yourself may be preferable to trusting the load to a less-than-perfect kiln-drying operation. January 18, 2011

    Dry kiln operator's manual
    The modern dry kiln is a unique product of research, development, and experience. It is the only practical means now in wide use for rapid, high- volume drying of lumber to conditions necessary for maximum serviceability in housing, furniture, millwork, and many other wood products. As part of our c ......

    Alternative lumber drying techniques
    Are freeze drying and RFV practical methods for drying lumber? April 25, 2001

    Causes and Cures for Stains In Dried Lumber
    How to avoid various types of staining in kiln-dried lumber. 1998.

    Drying hardwood lumber
    Drying Hardwood Lumber focuses on common methods for drying lumber of different thickness, with minimal drying defects, for high quality applications. This manual also includes predrying treatments that, when part of an overall quality-oriented drying system, reduce defects and improve drying qualit ......

    Wood Properties - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Wood Properties - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Improvements In solar dry kiln design
    Interest in solar drying of lumber has increased in recent years because previous results had indicated that: Drying times are shorter and final moisture contents are lower in solar drying than in air drying; much less lumber degrade occurs in solar drying when compared to air drying; and the cost o ......

    Processing trees to lumber -- for the hobbyist
    A primer on sawing and drying lumber for projects at home. March 13, 2001

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 4A, Air Drying
    Flat, solid support, maintaining an optimal air flow, and protecting the pile from re-wetting by rain are the keys to quality results when air-drying sawn lumber. August 27, 2012

    Estimating air drying times of small-diameter ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir logs.
    Because dense stands of softwood trees are causing forest health problems in the western United States, new ways to use this material need to be found. One option is to use this material as logs rather than sawing it into lumber. For many applications, logs require some degree of drying. Even though ......

    Processing Trees to Lumber -- for the Hobbyist and Small Business
    Two experts share their secrets of success for small-scale milling operations. January 19, 2002

    Building a Small Drying Kiln
    A long discussion of the considerations involved in building and operating a small backyard or garage kiln. August 8, 2008

    Economics of Sawmill Operations
    This thread takes a close look at some hard numbers for logs and various sawn lumber products, and teaches some valuable lessons about how sawmills can make money, or lose money. September 6, 2010

    Radio frequency -- vs. super steam vacuum
    A discussion of these two kilns for drying large timbers. February 19, 2002

    Kiln Drying Large Timbers
    An extended discussion of the technical issues involved in drying big beams for various uses. July 28, 2006

    Air-Drying Versus Kiln-Drying for High-Value Wood
    Done right, kiln-drying gives you better control over quality. June 9, 2007

    Quality drying in a hardwood lumber predryer : guidebook--checklist
    The IMPROVE Lumber Drying Program is intended to increase awareness of the lumber drying system as a critical component in the manufacture of quality lumber. One objective of the program is to provide easy-to-use tools that a kiln/predryer operator can use to maintain an efficient drying operation a ......

    Solar Kiln Designs 4 -- Solar Heated, Lumber Dry Kiln Designs - Part 4
    An in depth article by Gene Wengert and Luiz Carlos Oliveira

    Advantages of vacuum drying
    What does this leading-edge technology have to offer? April 9, 2003

    Kiln drying for higher profit
    Expanding a molding business to include kiln drying poplar. November 18, 2002

    Troubleshooting vacuum kiln problems
    An extensive discussion on vacuum pumps and vaporization of organic compounds in wood. February 28, 2001

    Pre-Surfacing Lumber Before Drying
    Planed green lumber dries with significantly less checking. March 3, 2006

    Dry lumber kiln -- buying your first
    Business and technical considerations when getting started in kiln drying. March 19, 2001

    Drying with Moderate Heat
    Here's info on how various types of wood will respond to conditions in a home-built drying room that doesn't get much warmer than 120°F. There's a useful lecture here on how case-hardening occurs. May 16, 2008

    Quality drying of softwood lumber : guidebook - checklist
    The IMPROVE Lumber Drying Program is intended to increase awareness of the lumber drying system as a critical component in the manufacture of quality lumber. One objective of the program is to provide easy-to-use tools that a kiln operator can use to maintain an efficient kiln operation and therefor ......

    Quality drying of hardwood lumber : guidebook -- checklist
    The IMPROVE Lumber Drying Program is intended to increase awareness of the lumber drying system as a critical component in the manufacture of quality lumber. One objective of the program is to provide easy-to-use tools that a kiln operator can use to maintain an efficient kiln operation and therefor ......

    Troubleshooting Drying Stress
    Some general instruction about the causes of drying stress for the owner of a dehumidifier kiln. April 2, 2013

    Humidity Control, Warping, and Case-Hardening
    Maintaining the right drying conditions is a tricky problem, and improper control can lead to defects in the lumber. January 2, 2012

    Air-Drying and Kiln-Drying 8/4 Oak
    Experts and kiln owners discuss the proper drying schedule and the best equipment for drying thick Red Oak boards. August 13, 2014

    Wood Drying Conditions and Musical Instrument Sound Quality
    Instrument makers, musicians, and sawing and drying pros discuss whether kiln-dried or air-dried wood affect the way a musical instrument sounds. February 14, 2010

    Using a Corn Drier as a Kiln
    Lumber drying is a controlled process, that an agricultural corn dryer probably cannot accomplish correctly. February 15, 2009

    How to Prevent Drying Stress
    A quick explanation from the Wood Doctor of what causes drying stress, and how to prevent or reduce it. August 15, 2011

    Hairline Cracks in Kiln-Drying Cherry
    Checking in Cherry appears as a fine crack, and is the result of too-fast air-drying, not kiln-drying. April 15, 2012

    Wood and Water
    An excerpt from Gene Wengert's book, "Drying Oak Lumber." May 31, 2001

    Solar Kiln Designs 1 -- Solar Heated, Lumber Dry Kiln Designs - Part 1
    An in depth article by Gene Wengert and Luiz Carlos Oliveira

    Vacuum kiln drying
    How do vacuum kilns work and how effective are they? (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) January 21, 2003

    Pricing for Kiln Drying
    Sawmillers share numbers on kiln-drying service charges. November 14, 2009

    Practical Ways to Reduce Drying Costs
    Five tactics to consider for cutting the cost of drying a load of wood. June 13, 2014

    Air-Drying Time and the Need for Conditioning
    If you air-dry lumber for long enough, it won't experience drying stress in the kiln; but you do risk lumber degrade. July 30, 2007

    Kiln Construction - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Kiln Construction - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Method for estimating air-drying times of lumber
    Published information on estimated air-drying times of lumber is of limited usefulness because it is restricted to a specific location or to the time of year the lumber is stacked for drying. At best, these estimates give a wide range of possible times over a broad range of possible locations and st ......

    Air drying of lumber.
    This report describes how lumber can be air-dried most effectively under outdoor conditions and illustrates the principles and procedures of air-drying lumber that were developed through field investigations and observations of industrial practices. Particular emphasis is placed on the yarding of lu ......

    Drying Slabs in Tropical Conditions
    Advice on drying uncommon lumber species in the jungles of Ecuador. August 15, 2011

    Dealing with Variable Moisture Content in the Kiln Load
    Mixed loads with varied moisture contents are an age-old problem with no easy solution. But here are some ways to approach the situation. June 13, 2014

    Solar Kiln Designs 3 -- Solar Heated, Lumber Dry Kiln Designs - Part 3
    An in depth article by Gene Wengert and Luiz Carlos Oliveira

    Value-Added Processing -- for the Sawmill
    How to make sawing, drying and other processing operations profitable. March 22, 2001

    Causes and cures for sticker stain
    The Wood Doctor weighs in with comprehensive information about the causes and prevention of sticker stain. 1998.

    Drying Schedule for Red Oak
    Advice for a kiln operator on drying rates and humidity and heat settings for drying Red Oak in a dehumidifier kiln. October 3, 2009

    Vacuum, Dehumidification, and Microwaves — in One Kiln?
    Here's a long, highly speculative, but informative discussion of the concept of using microwaves, vacuum, and dehumidification for drying wood in a prototype kiln. April 20, 2011

    Summer and Winter Air Drying of Lumber
    How fast can lumber dry in winter, as compared to summer? January 28, 2014

    Mixed-Species Loads and Moisture Equalization
    Kiln-drying Spruce and Fir together creates difficulty, because they dry at radically different rates and because there is moisture transfer between boards. June 13, 2014

    Troubleshooting Mold on Oak in the Drying Kiln
    A question about a mold problem leads to a discussion about process control and kiln conditions. June 13, 2014

    Vacuum Kilns - Pros and Cons
    Testimony from operators who have used vacuum kilns. May 11, 2005

    Managing Mold while Drying Cookies with Pentacryl
    In a specialized air-drying situation, a woodworker puzzles over how to deal with surface fungus growth. April 20, 2011

    Case Hardening Explained
    A semi-technical discussion about how the wood drying process can create stresses between interior and surface wood layers — and about how to reduce or prevent that situation. January 19, 2012

    Drying Juvenile SYP
    A few thoughts on the challenges of high-volume drying of 2x4 lumber cut from very small trees. June 13, 2014

    Stain Chemistry, Solvent Content, Drying Time, and Adhesion
    Here's a highly informative, in-depth look at oil-based stain chemistry, along with some de-bunking of the conventional wisdom concerning application windows. May 18, 2010

    Warp in Drying
    Causes and cures for warpage when drying lumber. May 4, 2001

    Temperature and Humidity Measurement Accuracy and Drying Kiln Control
    Instruments have limited accuracy. So to fine-tune a kiln's performance, you have to monitor the drying progress by weighing wood samples. July 29, 2012

    The Importance of Air Velocity in Drying
    How air speed through the kiln affects lumber seasoning. July 20, 2002

    Drying wood for musical instruments
    A primer on various lumber drying techniques as they relate to musical instrument construction. 1998.

    Drying Time for 6/4 Red Oak
    Here's a quick technical look at the factors affecting kiln drying 6/4 Red Oak, including kiln type and initial moisture content. Air drying may be more cost-effective. July 16, 2012

    Moisture and Wood Movement In Kiln-Dried Versus Air-Dried Lumber
    In principle, wood's response to moisture changes is the same, no matter how the wood was dried. In practice, there may be a slight difference. July 23, 2014

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 3B, Sample Boards
    How to select sample boards for accurate measurement of moisture content and drying rate. August 16, 2012

    Should Hardwood be Air-Dried Before Kiln-Drying?
    A discussion on the best drying schedule for maple, white ash, black ash, beech, cherry, and birch. December 1, 2005

    Understanding Drying Stress in Wood
    A complaint about cupping in mahogany door stiles after machining leads to a discussion of what causes drying stress and related movement in kiln-dried wood. June 23, 2006

    Is Kiln Drying to 7% Worth It?
    Why kiln dry wood to 7% moisture content when it will gain moisture in storage? Here's an informative thread about proper drying targets and storage based on the intended end use of the lumber. December 31, 2013

    Exploring Alternative Kiln Technologies
    Sawmillers try out, wonder about, and report on the Green Dri desiccant-based drying kiln from Japan. June 8, 2011

    "Intermediate Conditioning" in the Drying Kiln
    Is it a good idea to add moisture to a kiln for a period during the middle of the drying cycle, in order to relieve casehardening stress? June 13, 2014

    Monitoring Progress in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Collecting and measuring the removed water is not a reliable way to gauge drying progress, especially when drying mixed thicknesses of wood. June 4, 2012

    Brainstorming About Vacuum Kilns
    Inquiring minds discuss why vacuum kilns are so expensive, how they work, and the possibilities of building your own — or even improving on the concept. July 30, 2007

    Blue Stain in Red Oak
    A discussion of staining, drying odor, and related problems in a large oak tree blown down by wind. December 12, 2008

    Acid Condensation Issues with Drying Kilns
    This discussion of drying Oak for iron-and-wood furniture purposes takes an interesting detour into a discussion of acidic conditions in wood and kilns. October 15, 2010

    Drying Lodgepole Pine in Colorado
    Detailed advice on air-drying and kiln-drying lodgepole pine (some logged green and some killed by beetles). April 21, 2008

    Drying Pressure Treated Lumber
    Advice on the complications involved in kiln-drying preservative-treated lumber. April 2, 2013

    Drying Bowl and Platter Blanks
    Rough-turn the pieces before drying for better results. August 30, 2005

    Primary Wood Processing at WOODWEB's Bookstore
    Primary Wood Processing at WOODWEB's Bookstore

    Lumber drying and heat sterilization research at the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory
    The Forest Products Laboratory (FPL) has a long history of research and technology transfer in lumber drying. Many of the dry kiln schedules used in industry today were developed by the staff of the Laboratory, and for many years the Laboratory conducted a kiln drying short course for training dry k ......

    Water and Wood
    Some options for measuring moisture in lumber during the kiln-drying process. 1998.

    Solar Drying Kiln Q&A
    Basic questions and answers on vent sizing and temperature conditions in a solar kiln. January 18, 2011

    Lacquer Drying Too Fast
    Ambient temperatures and heat from the air turbine may be the reason this finisher's lacquer is drying almost instantly. Here's an extended discussion of tweaking equipment and formulas to moderate the drying time. September 26, 2006

    Is Vacuum Dried Wood Stronger?
    With so many variables to control, it's hard to be sure whether any particular drying system gives better results in terms of wood properties. October 29, 2012

    Lumber drying for musical instruments
    Does the speed of the drying process affect a wood's musical quality?June 21, 2000

    Preventing Drying Damage to Oak
    Advice on controlling the drying conditions for Oak. December 6, 2009

    Drying burly slabs
    Keeping oak slabs from cracking. January 16, 2002

    Air-Drying and Kiln-Drying Methods for Wide Plank Flooring
    A discussion of the most cost-effective and quality-conscious way to dry wide planks for use as flooring. September 6, 2010

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 1, Assessing the Raw Material
    The first step in drying Oak is to know the characteristics of the lumber you're planning to dry. July 29, 2012

    Drying and control of moisture content and dimensional changes
    In the living tree, wood contains large quantities of water. As green wood dries, most of the water is removed. The moisture remaining in the wood tends to come to equilibrium with the relative humidity of the surrounding air. Correct drying, handling, and storage of wood will minimize moisture cont ......

    Accelerating oak air drying by presurfacing
    A comparison was made between the air-drying rates of rough and presurfaced northern red oak and white oak. In both species, the presurfaced material was about 1/8 inch thinner than the rough material and dried faster than the rough material. The reduction in drying time depends on the method of ana ......

    Using your microwave to determine moisture content
    The right way to dry samples in a microwave oven. February 21, 2001

    Thick Dried Cherry
    Thoughts on drying a large chunk of Cherry in order to make a custom clock, including a brief discussion of alcohol drying methods. March 26, 2013

    Sawing Walnut: Sapwood and Heartwood
    Here's a discussion about the proportions of heartwood and sapwood in a Walnut log, drying methods, and the value of both for furniture, bowls, et cetera. May 15, 2012

    Time to Air-Dry Thick Lumber
    Many variables affect drying time. Here's a discussion about the typical drying-time window. November 16, 2011

    Vacuum Kilns: Energy Use and Drying Times
    A discussion of the performance you can expect in the real world from a vacuum wood-drying kiln. June 13, 2014

    Honeycombing and Fresh Checking in a Newly Turned Newel Post
    A woodworker's report of a honeycombing and checking problem leads to a good discussion of wood drying defects and how they manifest themselves. March 3, 2009

    How to re-dry -- kiln dried lumber that has been re-wetted
    A guide to this process. February 23, 2001

    Properly Drying Oak for Use in a Porch Swing
    Thoughts on air drying, kiln drying, and conditioning for oak intended to be used in outdoor versus indoor conditions. January 11, 2007

    Monitoring Moisture Content During Kiln Drying
    At the critical early stages when wood moisture content is high, moisture meters are not accurate. Here are tips on keeping track of moisture throughout the drying process. May 17, 2011

    Drying lumber - selecting the best method
    Is a solar kiln the best choice for this startup sawmill? December 17, 2003

    Drying Ash Flooring
    Kiln-drying is essential to kill bugs and achieve the proper low moisture content for stability in service. May 11, 2005

    Drying Eucalyptus
    Eucalyptus is a fussy wood to air-dry or kiln-dry. Here are some clues about its character. October 14, 2006

    Air-Drying and Kiln-Drying Thick Maple
    Drying 12/4 hard Maple, a kiln operator walks a fine line between checking and staining. Here's more. July 29, 2011

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 6C, Equalizing and Conditioning
    Equalizing and conditioning result in consistent lumber with minimal drying stresses. But this step adds time and expense. August 27, 2012

    Dry Kiln Information Resources
    A list of clubs, organizations, books and publications providing information about drying lumber for use in woodworking. 1998.

    Drying Schedule for 8/4 Walnut
    Be careful when drying thick Walnut — drying too fast can damage the wood. January 14, 2013

    Lumber Storage - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Lumber Storage - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    - Wood species
    Information on tree species and their uses. March 20, 2001

    Whether to Spray Wood During Kiln Warm-Up
    Is it wise to spray wood with water or steam while the kiln is warming up? June 13, 2014

    Warping, Bowing and Cupping of Moulding Batches
    Expert input on what could make fresh runs of moulding move in unwanted ways. October 2, 2005

    Conditioning Lumber to Relieve Drying Stress
    Tips on steaming lumber at the end of the drying cycle to reduce stress. May 15, 2012

    Is it Worth Kiln-Drying Firewood?
    Considering the cost of kiln construction and energy inputs versus the value of extra-dry firewood, it's hard to see how the dollars make sense. January 27, 2008

    Kiln Tech Needs Pointers
    12/14/2012

    Fiber saturation point: not an issue
    Why the fiber saturation point is not a critical element in proper kiln drying practice. September 26, 2000

    Primary processing profit parameters
    Some goal guidelines for profitability in kiln-drying operations. July 26, 2000

    Drying rough-sawn timbers
    A large outdoor project raises questions about drying large, rough-sawn timbers for long-term use. June 20, 2000

    Air Drying Thin Sawn Wood
    Saw thin first, then air dry for fastest results. October 29, 2012

    Drying red oak
    Is air drying, prior to kiln drying, a good idea? March 20, 2001

    Conditioning lumber -- The final step in drying
    Why conditioning is the last but crucial step in the drying process. December 12, 2000

    How to Limit Cracking when Drying Wood Discs
    A discussion of principles and techniques for drying cross-cut log slices with limited cracking. July 16, 2009

    Sawing & drying framing timbers
    Tips for producing timbers for timber-frame construction. September 19, 2001

    "Safe Drying Rate" and a Dehumidifier Kiln
    A discussion of how to apply "safe drying rate" calibrations with a home-built dehumidifying kiln. January 27, 2007

    Slabbing and Drying Big Logs
    Preventing cracks in Monterey cypress. April 18, 2004

    Whether or Not to Condition Lumber after Drying
    It's not always necessary to condition a load of dried lumber at the end of the drying cycle — only sometimes. February 22, 2011

    Estimating air drying times of lumber with multiple regression
    In this study, the applicability of a multiple regression equation for estimating air drying times of red oak, sugar maple, and ponderosa pine lumber was evaluated. The equation allows prediction of estimated air drying times from historic weather records of temperature and relative humidity at any ......

    Pigmented conversion varnish
    Finishers help troubleshoot problems with drying, overspray and more. January 21, 2002

    Home-Built Dehumidification Kilns
    Here's a long discussion of small, inexpensive dehumidifier kiln design, including a consideration of the fire risks involved. September 17, 2012

    Pricing for Kiln Drying Lumber
    Here are pictures of a drying kiln building under construction, with commentary on how to charge for drying wood with a dehumidifier kiln. December 8, 2012

    Hard Maple for Baseball Bats
    Info about sawing, drying, and grading maple bat billets. October 2, 2005

    Furniture from Air-Dried Red Oak
    If "air drying" is understood to include drying to equilibrium in a conditioned indoor space, then the result can be useable wood. May 27, 2008

    A Small Kiln for Final Drying
    A woodworker needs to get his already kiln-dried stock down to lower moisture content to match indoor end-use conditions. Here's detailed advice for equipment choice and drying methods for a small-batch wood-shop drying chamber. May 9, 2007

    Dehumidifier Kiln Advice
    Detailed conversation about building, equipping, and operating a dehumidifier kiln to dry lumber. September 10, 2007

    Curing Stations, Drying Time, and Workflow
    A small ultraviolet or infrared curing station might speed up a small finish line's production. Here, finishers talk about equipment, formulas, drying times, and efficiency. May 17, 2005

    Cutting and Drying a Walnut Stump
    Tips and tricks for sawing stumps for lumber. January 14, 2009

    Dehumidification drying of thin stock
    Simple drying methods for small, thin stock. (Sawing and Drying Forum) March 23, 2003

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 3A, Measuring Moisture Content
    The only reliable method of measuring high MCs is to use the oven-drying method. August 16, 2012

    Sawmilling - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Sawmilling - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Kiln drying maple for structural uses
    Structural lumber products are traditionally manufactured from softwoods. However, with shrinking supplies of softwood lumber and abundant supplies of hardwood lumber, there is increasing interest in the use of hardwoods for structural applications. One factor that will be important in both the tech ......

    Vacuum application FAQ
    All aspects of vacuum and how it is used by the woodworker. March 18, 2002

    Strap-Clamping Stacked Lumber for Air-Drying
    A discussion of a proposal to keep stacked sycamore strapped tight with loading straps during air-drying. June 28, 2006

    Sawing and Drying Tips for Pecan
    Orchard-grown pecan wood warps badly when drying. Here is advice on how to cut and dry pecan in order to minimize warping and improve quality. July 28, 2006

    Sawing and Drying Sycamore
    Sycamore is attractive and useful, but moves drastically while drying. Here's good advice on how to minimize movement and make the most of each board. June 27, 2006

    Yellow Streaks in Claro Walnut After Kiln-Drying
    Bacterial infection inhibits drying in walnut, leading to visible discoloration that is revealed when the wood is planed. December 11, 2007

    Slow Drying at the End of Dehumidification Kiln Run
    If drying slows or stalls at close to the target moisture content, a small amount of added heat is appropriate. December 8, 2012

    Equations for Quantifying Heat Transfer, Evaporation, and Air Cooling in a Lumber Kiln
    A set of equations that enable the user to predict the rate of drying, along with a discussion of the physics of kiln-drying. Good info here for the technically advanced and educated reader. June 13, 2014

    Making Furniture from Air-Dried Oak?
    A beginner asks about drying wood for use in rustic furniture. April 20, 2011

    Home DH for drying lumber
    Home dehumidifiers versus bought kilns for drying wood. September 2, 2002

    Cupping and Bowing in Resawn Stock
    Furnituremakers discuss drying issues such as casehardening that can cause lumber to move when ripped or re-sawn. April 18, 2015

    Air-Dried Oak for Furniture
    In theory, kiln-drying is better; but people have successfully made furniture from air-dried hardwood. April 20, 2011

    Air Drying Cherry Slabs
    Basic advice for a beginner on drying slabs. January 17, 2011

    Drying Thick Slabs
    Thoughts on managing cracking in thick slabs during drying. December 6, 2009

    Dump Cycle Kiln Drying
    A discussion of the value of periodic high-volume venting during the kiln-drying process. July 13, 2006

    Drying sinker wood
    How does one begin drying wood that's been submerged in water for many years? June 27, 2000

    DH Kiln Drying
    References for DH kiln drying instruction

    Basic drying room components
    Finishers offer advice on the essential elements in a drying room. October 24, 2001

    Attic drying and over-drying
    Can wood be over-dried in your attic? October 15, 2001

    Attic Lumber Drying
    Tips on drying small quantities of wood in a warm attic. January 28, 2014

    Air Drying Shed Design
    A couple of basic tips, plus an example of a simple drying shed for rough sawn lumber. April 21, 2011

    Drying Holly
    Holly wood is prized for its white color, but it stains easily during drying. October 1, 2010

    Drying Thick Oak Slabs
    Advice on drying six-inch-thick crosscut slabs from a large oak stump. October 29, 2008

    Setting Shop Temperature
    A long discussion about how warm (or cool) to keep a shop, whether to turn the heat down at night and over the weekend, and the effect on costs, productivity, and quality of different practices. December 24, 2012

    Solar Electric for Kiln Fans
    Kiln builders kick around ideas for an all-solar kiln using passive solar heat and photovoltaic panel-powered fans for air movement. January 28, 2014

    Solar Kiln Designs Compared
    Thoughts on roof angle, dimensions, and other considerations for solar drying kiln construction. January 8, 2010

    "Seasoned" Wood: What Does That Mean?
    A brief discussion of wood drying vernacular, lightly salted with science and pan-blackened. April 24, 2014

    Sycamore Drying Schedule
    Advice on a drying schedule for Sycamore in a dehumidifier kiln. August 8, 2008

    Home-Built Dehumidifying Kilns
    Practical issues and concerns with building a drying kiln that uses an off-the-shelf dehumidifier or a salvaged commercial air conditioner instead of air venting. July 13, 2006

    Moisture content oven tests
    Microwave ovens versus drying ovens for MC testing. October 30, 2002

    I've Got that Shrinking Feeling
    Specific information on lumber shrinkage during the drying process. Includes 'typical shrinkage' tables for red and white oak. 1998.

    Reconditioning of Collapsed/Washboard Timber
    Collapse of sawn lumber during drying is a rare event. Steaming may help prevent the problem, and to some extent cure it. January 12, 2015

    Oven-Drying Wood for Moisture Content Testing
    Information on the correct methods for oven-drying wood samples to determine moisture content. September 27, 2008

    Honeycomb and Checking with Mixed Kiln Loads
    Advice on limiting honeycomb defects in Red Oak during kiln-drying operations. September 6, 2010

    Kiln drying Mexican oak
    Mexican oak can be dried using the same schedules as those used by processors in the United States. 1998.

    Mold on Green Lumber
    Quick drying should contain most mold problems encountered on freshly-sawn green lumber arriving at the kiln. June 13, 2014

    Air Drying, Moisture Content, and Useability
    How long will air-drying take to get wood to a stable moisture equilibrium? And would kiln-drying be better? September 6, 2010

    Checking in Oak
    A discussion of kiln conditions and other factors that can cause Oak to check while drying. October 29, 2008

    Drying Oregon Madrone
    Pacific Madrone is prone to drying movement, but that can make it interesting to woodworkers. May 13, 2009

    Bug Holes in Air-Dried Maple
    Advice on a lumber insect infestation. March 4, 2009

    Drying Walnut Crotch Slabs
    A light coat of sealant? Or a slow, careful spell in the kiln? February 26, 2005

    Drying Spalted Alder
    To halt the growth of spalting fungus, dry quickly and/or heat above 133°F. December 23, 2014

    Drying Fast-Growth Hybrid Poplar
    Advice on how to address cupping of hybrid poplar during air-drying and kiln-drying. January 29, 2009

    Drying Black Walnut
    Thoughts on drying the lumber from some Black Walnut yard trees. December 6, 2009

    Challenges of Drying Eucalyptus
    Many ways have been tried to prevent Eucalyptus wood's tendency to warp and check, but none have proven to be highly successful. February 29, 2012

    Drying Beech in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Beech needs an aggressive drying schedule, similar to Oak or hard Maple. January 25, 2013

    Air Drying and Blue Stain in Southern Pine
    Advice on stacking and drying SYP rough lumber prior to kiln-drying it and making mouldings out of it. May 13, 2013

    Drying Rates of Different Wood Varieties
    Drying rates are complicated because they depend on wood density as well as other factors. October 19, 2013

    Drying 6" X 8" Pine Beams
    Estimates of the required drying time for large pine timbers. May 27, 2014

    Stacking and Stickering Advice for Air-Drying Maple
    A thorough discussion of the basics of stacking sawn lumber for air-drying. February 14, 2010

    Sizing Up a Kiln
    This question about how to assess the worth of a used kiln leads to a discussion of kiln technology in general, including the different requirements for drying softwoods and hardwoods. October 17, 2012

    Wet Pockets in Kiln-Dried Wood
    Bacterial infections can cause streaks of 30% moisture content in wood that is mostly at 7% MC. March 4, 2009

    Shopping for a Dehumidifying Kiln
    If you consider getting a European-made dehumidifying kiln for use in the U.S., make sure it's compatible with U.S. power supply voltages. June 16, 2014

    Sawing and Drying Pecan Wood
    Advice on handling a Pecan yard tree — including the story of hitting a couple of nails. December 12, 2008

    What Did People Do Before There Was Kiln-Drying?
    A historical discussion about lumber drying in the olden days. June 30, 2007

    Whether to Air-Dry Before Kiln-Drying
    In almost all cases, better quality is obtained by kiln-drying from green. May 27, 2006

    Surface Checking in Walnut
    To control surface checking in Walnut, you have to tweak the air-drying process. July 7, 2011

    Pros and Cons of Radio-Frequency Vacuum Drying
    RF vacuum drying tends to be complicated, expensive, dangerous, and unreliable. February 15, 2015

    Keeping lumber flat during drying
    Advice from Professor Gene Wengert on drying lumber in order to produce flat, true boards. December 12, 2000

    Lumber Drying Costs
    The price of kiln-drying services varies by location. Here, pros discuss the factors that contribute to the cost. August 23, 2005

    Air-drying oak
    Can a suitable MC for cabinet construction be reached? February 6, 2002

    Air-Drying Silver Maple
    Basic advice on stacking, stickering, and covering Maple for air drying in winter. October 17, 2012

    Drying a Walnut Slab
    This thread about how to slowly air-dry a Walnut slab has some beautiful photos of a Walnut slab table. August 16, 2012

    Color Variations Induced by Drying Wood
    A discussion of how the kiln drying process can result in a variety of wood colors. June 13, 2014

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 2, Stacking
    Another chapter in the Wood Doctor's introduction to wood drying. August 16, 2012

    Drying 4" by 12" White Oak
    Slow air-drying before kiln-drying will partially limit the cracking of large pieces of White Oak.

    Drying Rates and Settings in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    How to understand your dehumidifier kiln's capacity and drying rate. December 6, 2012

    Drying Softwoods
    If the product is structural lumber rather than appearance-grade wood, just dry the stuff as fast as your equipment can. January 27, 2007

    Air drying of hardwoods
    Basic information, and where to find more of it, on air-drying green lumber. 1998.

    Does Speed of Drying Affect Flooring Stability?
    Will wood that is dried more slowly be more stable in service? Not necessarily. April 18, 2010

    Drying Quartersawn Versus Flatsawn
    Different grain and ray orientations lead to differing drying rates. October 12, 2007

    Should whole-tree chips for fuel be dried before storage?
    Whole-tree chips deteriorate more rapidly than do clean, debarked chips and present a greater hazard for spontaneous ignition when stored in outdoor piles. To prevent ignition, the chips can be stored for only short periods of time and the frequent rotation of the storage piles results in high handl ......

    Why Insulate a Solar Kiln?
    A long discussion delving into the mechanics of how a solar kiln creates proper conditions for drying wood. January 28, 2014

    Troubleshooting Bubbles in Pre-Cat Finish on Oak
    Finishers offer theories and propose solutions for bubbles that appear during drying in pre-catalyzed finish. December 29, 2008

    Using Outdoor Cold for Drying Dehumidification
    Unlike a powered dehumidifier, a cold kiln wall dumps heat to the outdoors, and so expends energy just as venting does. Here's a long discussion of alternatives to heat for kiln drying, and why they're mostly not practical. April 10, 2007

    Sawing and Drying Sweet Gum
    Sweet Gum is a troublesome wood to work with because of its tendency to twist and move, but the effort can be worth it for some uses. February 14, 2010

    Slowing Down Wood Drying
    Once wood starts to dry, it's hard to slow the process down without encountering staining or rot problems. December 6, 2009

    Size effect on shrinkage
    Are traditional shrinkage values applicable to drying large cants? May 9, 2001

    Steaming Before Kiln-Drying: Good Idea?
    Steaming wood before the drying cycle may or may not be wise. But in any case, the idea is patented. June 13, 2014

    Sticker Thickness
    Three quarters of an inch is the practical minimum. April 10, 2005

    20 Steps to Drying Hard White Maple
    The Wood Doctor's 100 percent guaranteed, sure-fire, no-snake-oil method for successfully drying hard white maple. 1998.

    Side Bend or "Crook" and Sawing Methods
    On wide boards, sawing too close to the pith can cause boards to bend sideways in drying. December 6, 2012

    Tips for drying butternut burls
    Butternut burls are dried much like regular lumber. Also, a source for further information on drying burls. 1998.

    Growth Stress End Checking
    Log characteristics can cause checks to open up, even when ends are coated and drying conditions are correct. February 19, 2006

    Fan Speed for Solar Kilns
    Advice on maintaining appropriate air flow over the stack in a solar drying kiln. March 26, 2013

    Heat Up Rate in Lumber Drying
    Most wood-drying situations don't require careful control of the rate at which the load heats up. June 13, 2014

    Running a Solar Kiln
    Advice from old hands on operating a solar kiln. August 22, 2005

    Long-Term Storage of Air-Dried Lumber
    Air-dried lumber left in drying stacks for long periods without kiln-drying is at high risk for insect damage and spoilage. June 18, 2010

    Peruvian Walnut Drying Defects
    Peruvian Walnut shows wide variability, which can create drying and machining difficulties. June 13, 2014

    Lumber drying options and efficiencies
    The Wood Doctor's favorite references for making decisions among lumber-drying options. 1998.

    Fan settings for forced-air shed drying -- Eastern cottonwood
    Proper settings for hydrostats controlling the operation of fans in forced-air drying of Eastern cottonwood. June 20, 2000

    Estimates of Air Drying Times -- for Several Hardwoods and Softwoods
    An FPL article in PDF format

    Cupping of newly cut lumber
    Why would all the lumber in one kiln load cup toward the sapwood? January 16, 2002

    Borates for Protecting Oak Beams
    Borate treatments can provide good protection against insects for softwood that is kept dry, but has limited usefulness on hardwood, especially if exposed to rain. January 14, 2008

    Drying Koa
    Insight on the ins and outs of drying Koa wood in Hawaii. April 20, 2011

    Drying discs from a walnut log
    Ideas for drying and protecting circular slices taken from a walnut log. November 15, 2000

    Determining MC by weight
    Tools and techniques for measuring moisture content by weighing lumber cuttings. January 4, 2001

    Basement drying basics
    The Wood Doctor prescribes proper drying procedures for a small batch in a basement. June 21, 2000

    Drying Lumber in the Attic
    It's hot and dry up there — maybe too dry. But for small amounts, attic drying is feasible, though tricky. December 1, 2005

    Drying Logs for Cabin Construction
    Advice on drying logs for cabin building, including how long to expect air drying to take and how hot to heat logs to set the pitch. October 19, 2014

    Drying Elm Wood
    Advice on drying Elm wood. May 21, 2009

    Drying Massive Slabs
    Air-drying and kiln-drying 12/4 or 16/4 hardwood slabs is slow and difficult, and the results can be mediocre. February 29, 2012

    Drying small pieces of wood
    Unusual methods for drying wood, including boiling. February 28, 2001

    Spray Room and Drying Room Design
    A discussion of spray room characteristics, including layout, air supply and filtration. February 19, 2006

    Shop-Built Drying Racks
    Cabinetmakers compare shop-rigged drying racks for freshly-finished parts. March 20, 2006

    Winter Operation of Solar Kilns
    Solar drying kiln performance slows significantly in the winter. Here are tips on wintertime operation. July 15, 2012

    Sinker Log Issues
    A discussion of the sawing and drying characteristics of recovered sunk timber. May 11, 2005

    Solar Kiln Q&A
    A few basic questions about solar drying kilns, answered. December 8, 2012

    Warping, Moisture, and Wood Shape Memory
    Will a piece of wood that was restrained to prevent warping during drying warp later, while in use? Only if the moisture in its environment varies. October 30, 2005

    Sticker specs and spacing
    Basic info on the size and proper spacing of stickers when drying lumber. June 21, 2000

    Speeding up Drying Times
    How to speed up the drying times when working with Watco Oils - March 17, 2000

    Longitudinal Versus Tangential Stress
    A discussion of how to evaluate and troubleshoot drying stress in kiln-dried lumber. June 13, 2014

    Most Effective Way to Spray Cabinet Doors
    An extended discussion based on wide experience, about rigs, jigs, and methods for racking, stacking and finishing cabinet doors. November 24, 2008

    Lumber Thickness and Sawing Tolerances
    Here's a thoughtful discussion of the risks and benefits of trying to rough-saw to fine tolerances in order to get more board feet per log for a given finish lumber thickness. February 14, 2010

    Food Safety and Wood Countertop Finishes
    Objective information about wood finish safety for contact with food is hard to come by. August 27, 2012

    Red oak drying problems
    Troubleshooting a problem of varying moisture contents in loads of kiln-dried red oak. March 20, 2001

    Kiln Humidity Monitoring: In-Flow or Out-Flow?
    Standard practice is to monitor the characteristics of air before it enters the pile, but monitoring exiting air could work under some circumstances. July 29, 2012

    Ideas for weighting stickered lumber
    Options for applying weight to stickered, drying lumber are offered. August 10, 2000

    Rx For Planer Splits
    The five main causes for splits in lumber during roughmill planing. 1998.

    Maple Color and Drying Conditions
    Maple can turn gray as it dries. If you want white wood, you have to carefully control the kiln conditions. July 30, 2007

    Preventing Sticker Stain
    Stickers should be kiln-dry, and quickly pre-drying boards on end can help. August 31, 2005

    Cutting and drying beveled siding
    Producing beveled siding from green lumber, with special attention to the drying process. June 24, 2001

    Automatic vents for solar kiln
    Can vents be left open at night or must they be controlled? (Sawing and Drying Forum) April 29, 2003

    Drying Small Amounts of Wood in the Attic
    Thoughts about the airflow and venting required to dry small amounts of wood in an attic. April 20, 2011

    Assessing the Value of a Yard Elm Tree
    Advice on the character of American Elm wood, tips on drying, and cautions about metal in a yard tree. January 28, 2014

    Cupping in Wide Boards from Drying
    A discussion of the processes that make boards cup during kiln-drying. February 27, 2013

    Drying Willow in a Solar Kiln
    Challenging scenario: a tricky wood to dry and a difficult kiln to control. February 14, 2010

    Drying Walnut Stumps
    Slow air-drying of Walnut stumps and roots can yield some remarkable pieces. April 18, 2015

    Drying Siberian Elm Slabs
    Prone to warpage and bug damage, Siberian Elm is tricky wood to dry. March 31, 2008

    Case hardening in white oak
    Is case hardening common in white oak, and should it be accepted? July 18, 2000

    Drying in a Bag
    A woodworker tries drying a fresh Holly log inside a paper lawn-waste bag. April 15, 2012

    Lumber Grading - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Lumber Grading - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Techniques for Equalizing and Conditioning Lumber
    The Wood Doctor explains how to complete the final two steps in the primary processing uh, process. 1998.

    Sawing and Drying: Does the Season of the Year Matter?
    Here's a long thread that separates the science from the rumor around the question: "What's the best time of year to cut trees and dry lumber?" May 15, 2012

    Twisted timbers
    Determining the cause of twisting in Douglas fir construction timbers. August 10, 2000

    Wet and Dry Streaks in Air-Dried Slab Walnut
    Sawmillers troubleshoot moisture and color variations in big slabs of partially-dried Walnut. December 6, 2009

    Thinning Polyurethane for Spraying
    Many different solvents can be used to thin poly, but the resulting slow-drying overspray can turn into a serious problem. September 14, 2006

    Stickering Wood in the Basement
    Getting wood to dry in a cellar is problematic. July 18, 2008

    Venting and Fans for a Solar Kiln
    A quick expert explanation from the Wood Doctor of how and why vents and fans are used in a solar wood drying kiln. April 20, 2011

    Techniques for drying wooden bowls
    Advice on how to dry large, turned vessels. 1998.

    Solar and Dehumidifier Kiln in Winter
    Thoughts on how to improve the poor performance of a solar drying kiln during winter. December 31, 2012

    Thinner Sticks in the Lumber Drying Pile
    Reducing the thickness of spacer sticks in the lumber stack could reduce the drying effectiveness of the system and create quality issues. October 19, 2014

    Understanding the Drying of Wood
    Here's a handy resource on the hows and whys of drying lumber. June 21, 2007

    Recovering Lumber from Tree-Service Oak Logs
    A woodworker has a tree-service friend who is looking at some fine old oak trees that need to come down. Here, sawmillers discuss the market and the milling choices for that nice wood. July 28, 2006

    Remove pith when sawing boards?
    Removing inferior wood from sawlogs. June 24, 2001

    Kiln-Drying Reclaimed Heart Pine
    A few simple tips for a new kiln operator. October 2, 2005

    Moisture variance in red oak
    Basic drying procedures and a discussion of bacteria in red oak. February 13, 2001

    Lumber Conditioning Advice
    Info on mixed loads, re-wetting dried lumber, and related topics. September 25, 2014

    How did our forebears dry lumber?
    How lumber was dried for furniture construction prior to the introduction of kiln drying. November 21, 2000

    End Checking and Sticker Placement
    Placing stickers very close to the ends of the lumber stack can help limit end checking. This thread also offers additional tips on preventing checking. November 16, 2010

    Loss in air-dried lumber
    The Wood Doctor provides typicial loss factors for several speices of lumber, when air-dried. 1998.

    Re-Drying Southern Yellow Pine
    Lessons learned from drying untreated Southern Yellow Pine. July 7, 2011

    Limits of Air Drying
    Even in the driest parts of the U.S., air-dried lumber typically won't get below about 10% moisture content. March 10, 2008

    Kiln Drying Color Change
    Experts and sawyers discuss the various reasons wood from the same batch might end up with slightly different colors. September 6, 2010

    Reducing warp during kiln drying
    Weights? Restraints? What are the best methods for preventing warp in boards near the top of the drying stack? February 13, 2001

    Hardness and Kiln-Drying Temperature
    Higher drying temperatures affect the hardness and machinability of wood. December 12, 2008

    Mahogany Honeycombing Defect
    Honeycombing that appears after planing is typically a drying defect — similar to end checking, but different. April 17, 2009

    Panel Drying Racks
    Advice on commercially made and shop-built rack systems for drying door panels after finishing. July 18, 2013

    Preventing Blue Stain on Maple
    Prompt drying is the best way to forestall blue stain formation on maple. August 29, 2006

    Kiln-Drying Associations -- Contact Info
    Here's address, website, and contact information on several regional kiln-drying industry associations. March 30, 2008

    Heat-drying conversion varnish
    Conversion varnish requires a warm environment for timely drying. April 8, 2000

    Kiln Drying Sawn Veneer
    Thoughts on drying green-sawn veneers. March 13, 2009

    Cutting crotch wood
    Details on the right equipment and techniques to get the job done. March 4, 2002

    Drying racks for cabinet doors
    Purchased and shop built varieties - the designs that work the best. Illustrated. (Finishing Forum) March 23, 2003

    Drying wood in a tent
    Recommendations on how to use the sun's rays and a plastic tent to dry lumber. November 7, 2001

    Drying and Sawing Tips for Gun Stocks
    Advice on how to dry and saw walnut for use as gun stock blanks. August 21, 2006

    Double-Checking Moisture Content
    You can check your moisture meter by drying wood samples and weighing them, but the method has its own uncertainties and imprecisions. August 29, 2006

    Drying Rack Suggestions
    Finishers discuss the attributes of various manufactured and shop-built racks for drying freshly sprayed doors and parts. January 24, 2014

    Checking and Splitting of a Large Poplar Plank
    As predicted, this big piece of wood moved and split. But the owner ended up happy anyway. January 17, 2011

    Dead Standing Douglas Fir: Is It Dry Already?
    A discussion about the useability of wood from dead standing tree logs without further drying, and a little bit of kiln-related history. April 27, 2007

    Drying Rewetted Kiln-Dried Lumber
    How to render kiln-dried lumber, which has been rewetted due to flooding or excessive humidity, useful once again. 1998.

    Drying Split Logs
    How you dry split smallwood could depend on your intended use for it — in furniture, for archery bows, or whatever. October 3, 2009

    Drying a Large Oak Timber for a Mantelpiece
    Drying large timbers takes time however you do it. Here are some thoughts about practical approaches. November 16, 2011

    Air-Drying Wood in a Grain Bin
    A discussion of air-drying sheds light on issues relating to target moisture content. July 28, 2008

    Drying Mesquite with Denatured Alcohol
    Denatured alcohol (DNA) drying techniques work best on porous wood, not so well on a low-porosity species like Mesquite. October 1, 2010

    Conditioning DH-kiln-dried white oak
    July 18, 2000

    Drying Logs for a Log House
    Advice on tree selection and drying methods for producing the best quality logs for log home building. July 16, 2012

    Drying Wood in the Attic
    The attic is a handy place to dry small quantities of lumber. Here are some tips and cautions. September 10, 2007

    Adjusting Moisture Meter Readings for Hot Lumber
    Moisture meters aren't accurate when used on hot wood fresh from the drying kiln. You have to allow for that. June 13, 2014

    Air-Drying Cuban Mahogany
    This stable wood may dry fast indoors, but kiln-drying would also eliminate pests. September 14, 2006

    "Caramelizing" Issues when Drying Hard Maple
    Here's a technical explanation of the chemical process that makes some wood turn brown during kiln-drying. December 12, 2008

    Drying Walnut and Cherry in the Garage
    A garage or attic is an okay place to air-dry small quantities of hardwood. January 2, 2012

    Dry-Bulb and Wet-Bulb Settings and Kiln Control
    Tips on temperature and humidity control in kiln-drying operations. March 26, 2007

    Air-Drying Thick Maple
    Four-inch-thick maple slabs are likely to degrade a lot during air-drying. Here are a few tips for better results. July 13, 2006

    Drying Cherry with Complex Grain
    Tips on how to dry some pieces of highly figured Cherry wood. April 27, 2007

    Drying Eastern Red Cedar
    Eastern Red Cedar dries readily with simple air drying, and behaves well when exposed to variations in ambient humidity. April 20, 2011

    Cypress board and batten siding
    It's better to kiln dry that cypress before siding your house with it than to let air-drying suffice. 1998.

    Drying Hickory with the Bark
    Secrets of preserving the bark on Hickory during drying. April 18, 2010

    Drying black walnut, bug free
    Practices for preventing infestations while air-drying lumber. November 29, 2000

    Drying green tongue-and-groove pine
    Success in drying green, already-machined lumber has much to do with the species. 1998.

    Drying Mixed Thicknesses of Lumber
    Tips on how to air-dry and kiln-dry lumber of different sawn thicknesses. October 1, 2009

    Does Rougher Wood Dry Faster?
    Surface conditions do not control the overall rate of drying. July 28, 2008

    Drying pine for a trestle table
    A brief look at the basics of drying freshly milled, 3-inch-thick pine. 1998.

    Drying Wood for Pen Blanks
    Cutting the blanks before drying yields quick results. March 3, 2006

    Air drying sycamore
    What steps to take, from stickering to weighting. October 31, 2000

    Design of air drying sheds
    General info on the design of sheds used for air-drying lumber. 1998.

    Turning and Drying Burls
    Burls for bowl turning are best turned while green, and then dried. Here's a little detailed info. January 14, 2008

    Troubleshooting Glue Joint Failure in Maple
    A discussion about various issues that could cause glue-line failure in joints made with freshly machined quartersawn maple. October 2, 2007

    Troubleshooting Glue Joint Performance with Steamed and Bent Wood Glue-Ups
    Lots of advice on the fine points of achieving solid glue joints when laminating steamed and bent wood. October 30, 2010

    Vacuum Kiln Principles
    Vacuum kilns cause evaporation at low temperatures, but they still require heat — and that heat is tricky to supply because of the vacuum. Here's an explanation. July 29, 2011

    Storing and Handling Large Volumes of Sawn Lumber
    Advice on how to stack and store 20,000 board feet of roughsawn lumber. September 6, 2010

    Stain Spots on Soft Maple after Kiln Drying
    This particular problem was a chemical stain, but the thread also has an interesting discussion of beetle damage. June 13, 2014

    Tension Set and Lumber Conditioning
    Advice on remediating curved lumber after resawing, with a discussion of why "tension set" occurs and how the effect can be reversed. October 19, 2013

    Sawing and Drying Diagonal Slices from Logs
    Here's some advice on equipment and technique for creating oval-shaped slices through large logs, marketable for various decorative uses. September 6, 2010

    Why Saw Lumber Thinner?
    Sawmillers discuss the economics and practicality of sawing 12/4 versus 4/4 lumber. January 13, 2006

    Seasons and Logging
    The time of year when a tree is cut may affect drying time, and also can have other effects. April 18, 2009

    Solar Kilns and Wood Sterilizing
    Solar kilns don't get hot enough to sterilize wood (for that you should have an artificially heated supplemental chamber).July 7, 2011

    Storing Maple in Partially Dried Condition
    A woodworker gets advice on the feasibility of maintaining wood at 25% moisture content for use in drying operations. January 8, 2010

    Sawing and Drying Red Gum
    Advice on how to process Red Gum and comments about its marketability. January 2, 2012

    Understanding and Preventing Bowing in Air-Dried Wood
    A look at some of the factors that can introduce bow into stacked lumber during drying. October 1, 2009

    Seasoning a Large Hardwood Slab
    A premium slab is a treasure, but drying it properly requires patience — and nothing will stop it from moving as it dries. April 30, 2006

    Troubleshooting Unexpected Honeycombing and Checks
    A kiln operator seeks an explanation and some advice after a batch goes badly. January 12, 2015

    Winter Drying of Lumber in a Barn
    A quick description of the factors affecting drying time of wood stacked in a barn for the winter. July 16, 2012

    Trouble drying 8/4 oak
    Drying 8/4 oak too rapidly will damage the wood. February 29, 2000

    Solar Drying Basics (PDF)
    Illustrated article from the West Virginia University Extension Serivce on solar drying and kilns, in PDF format. June 19, 2003

    Testing for Case-Hardening and Drying Stress
    Tips on detecting drying stress. October 29, 2008

    Moving Beyond Drying
    A small drying operation wants to invest in planing, jointing, and ripping. March 18, 2005

    Problems with Lacquered Hardwood Plaques Sticking Together
    Finishers discuss why a finished pieces would stick together even after months of drying. June 17, 2009

    Poplar Siding
    Advice on using locally sawn Poplar as siding for a house addition. February 14, 2010

    Regaining MC in overdry wood
    Is machinability lost when lumber has been overdried, then had moisture put back in? May 17, 2003

    Rates for sawmilling/kiln-drying
    Sawyers post their individual rates for sawmill and kiln-drying services. June 27, 2000

    Moisture Monitoring in Kiln Operations
    A technical discussion of how to keep track of drying conditions in a kiln in real time. April 18, 2010

    Economics of End-Coating to Prevent Checking
    If you look at the numbers, sealing log or board ends is worth the cost. June 13, 2014

    Measuring Air Velocity in a Kiln
    Airflow is usually measured exiting the kiln. Here are some details on good practice. June 13, 2014

    Padding for Drying Racks
    Ideas for soft material to apply to wire drying racks to avoid indentations in lacquer finish. August 6, 2010

    Fans Size and Drying Kiln Dimensions
    Considerations regarding fan capacity, kiln size, and lumber pile size in a dehumidfying kiln. January 25, 2010

    Pin Oak: Drying, Checking, and Bacterial Odors
    Pros answer basic questions about Pin Oak for a sawmill beginner. September 17, 2008

    Green Color of Freshly Sawn Walnut
    Freshly cut Walnut's green tinge disappears with time and exposure to air. February 17, 2014

    Movement in Slabs Cut from Crotch Wood
    Advice on sawing and drying crotch wood, with a view to managing warping and splitting. January 28, 2014

    Minimum Sticker Thickness
    How thin can stickers be in order to maximize kiln capacity without creating drying problems? May 11, 2005

    Kiln Drying in a Heat Wave
    When conditions are wrong, a solar kiln can easily be too hot for good results. Here are tips on controlling drying conditions during hot weather. May 15, 2012

    Excessive Checking in 8/4 Honey Locust
    Slower drying under moister conditions might have helped this load. August 31, 2005

    Optimal width when milling lumber
    Milling lumber to the ideal width, and stacking for drying without warpage. December 6, 2000

    Re-Drying A Few Wet Pieces to Speed Production
    One way to dry loads of lumber more quickly is to separate out the few still-wet pieces for a second pass through the kiln. June 13, 2014

    Pause button on kiln?
    Is lumber adversely affected if drying is suspended late in the kiln schedule? August 1, 2000

    Remotely Readable Moisture Probes for Wood Drying
    Probes you can read without going inside the drying kiln are not a lot of help with the most problematic drying-related defects. March 16, 2015

    Pricing custom kiln drying services
    How to determine what to charge when kiln drying lumber for others. January 3, 2001

    Effects of humidity swing
    How does a swing in humidity affect drying time and MC gradient? February 28, 2001

    Borate-Treating Freshly Sawn Wood
    Ideas, thoughts, and tips for using borax and borate solutions to make green lumber bug-resistant. June 12, 2006

    Accuracy and Tolerances in Humidity Measurement in a Drying Kiln
    Super precision is rarely critical in wood drying, but reasonable accuracy is helpful. Here's a discussion of RH measuring precision, and its importance for maintaining proper real-world kiln conditions. July 29, 2012

    Both Sides, Now
    Ideas for jigs and fixtures that allow finishing and drying on both sides of the same panel. February 8, 2005

    Casehardening, Checking, and Warping
    Dry lumber that warps when resawn offers a lesson about casehardening and its effects. May 27, 2008

    Checking Moisture and Achieving MC Targets
    Higher moisture near the core has a lumber dryer doubting his moisture meter, but drying conditions are the more likely concern. September 6, 2010

    Door Shrinkage Issues in Refinishing
    A cabinet refinisher gets advice on how to limit the problem of wood drying shrinkage causing unstained edges to become visible. September 3, 2010

    Chemical Sprays for Controlling Mold on Green Lumber
    By and large, chemical treatments are ineffective for preventing mold or bluestain. Quick drying is your best bet. March 31, 2008

    Drying Capitol Christmas Tree Slabs
    Despite several interesting suggestions, Woodweb fails to provide a secret formula for drying cross-sections of a pine tree trunk with no radial checking. Still a fun thread, though. August 16, 2012

    Drying Large Rounds - Preventing Splitting
    Is it possible to dry these without problems? October 20, 2003

    Don't send a home dehumidifier -- to do a commercial kiln's work
    Are domestic dehumidifiers adaptable for use in drying small quantities of lumber? March 12, 2000

    Adding Heat to a Solar Kiln in Winter
    Supplemental heat is tricky, because there's a risk of over-drying and casehardening. May 13, 2009

    Definition of Primary Process
    Locating the dividing line between primary and secondary processing of wood products. September 5, 2011

    Dehumidifier Kiln Drying and Insects
    Cooler temperatures in a DH kiln aren't a reliable way to kill all insects, but the dryness will get some of them. May 18, 2010

    Drying Technique and Wood Hardness
    Those in the know describe the effects of case-hardening (a drying defect) and how to diagnose it, as opposed to hardness that would affect machinability of wood. July 30, 2007

    Drying and Processing Mulberry
    A slow-drying wood, Mulberry requires special handling. May 18, 2010

    Concrete bases: An air-drying necessity?
    Bases and stacking techniques for air-drying lumber. November 29, 2000

    Drying Cedar Siding
    Fresh cedar boards need only a quick air drying for exterior use. October 30, 2005

    Drying Logs in a Vacuum Kiln
    Heavy timbers dry rapidly in a vacuum kiln. October 26, 2013

    Cutting Stickers
    Basic info on making stickers for your drying pile. November 28, 2014

    Drying Walnut Boards
    Tips on handling, and how to dimension for best value. February 26, 2005

    Drying Very Large Oak Timbers
    Big timbers should dry very slowly, and even then, the wood may be damaged. May 3, 2011

    Cupping of resawn lumber
    The two reasons wood cups when resawn. 1998.

    Drying Hickory and Ash without Sticker Stain
    Timing and handling both play a role. February 26, 2005

    Controlling color in air-dried alder
    Ideas for achieving color uniformity when air-drying alder. July 26, 2000

    Control Issues in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    If you run the kiln too hot, a safety cutoff may shut down your compressor, interfering with the drying process. April 27, 2007

    Drying racks for doors
    Different racks for drying doors and drawer fronts after spraying. July 3, 2001

    Drying wood for drums
    Avoiding checks, splits and cracks when drying lumber rounds for drum bodies. September 6, 2000

    Yield Formulas - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Yield Formulas - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Sawmill recovery rate
    Does one sawmill's recovery rate make it a better choice over another mill? (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) February 18, 2003

    Whether to Paint Cabinets Before or After Assembly
    A shop that mass-produces cabinetry looks for a way to speed up its finishing operation. December 23, 2014

    Troubleshooting an Adhesion Problem
    Multiple layers of dissimilar products can create complicated adhesion issues. Here, finishers scratch their heads over one case example. September 10, 2007

    Thick Slab Table Top Construction
    Thoughts and stories about large slab table tops, and some interesting examples. December 14, 2009

    Troubleshooting a Rough Finish Inside Drawer Boxes
    Here's a long thread full of advice for spraying the insides of drawers. October 20, 2013

    Solar kilns - putting it all together
    Compiling and analyzing information on the efficient design and construction of a solar kiln. November 22, 2003

    Temperature, Humidity, and Drying
    Some generic head-scratching over relative humidity and the heat required to dry wood under various conditions. April 10, 2007

    Value of Lumber from Diseased Orange Trees
    An interesting story of a sawmiller considering whether to make the effort to harvest trees from an orange grove. Some parts may be usable. January 25, 2010

    Solid Wood Table-Top Thickness and Warping
    Ideas about how to make a solid wood table-top that will stay stable. March 26, 2007

    Touching Up Natural Maple
    Here's an extended discussion of using colorants and finishes to blend a repair into a finished Maple piece. March 26, 2013

    Stabilizing Wood with Polyethylene Glycol
    Advice and explanations about using PEG to prevent shrinkage and cracking in heavy wood disks being dried for a specialty application. July 15, 2014

    Shellac Under Oil or Varnish
    Finishers discuss compatibility and wear issues with using shellac in combination with Tung oil and varnish. October 13, 2008

    Sawing and drying mesquite
    Dealing with many-trunked mesquite trees. February 6, 2002

    What Thickness to Saw Walnut for Furniture
    4/4 is a versatile and useful dimension to saw, and it's quicker and less problematic to dry than thicker wood. December 6, 2012

    Shop-Drying Eucalyptus
    Thoughts on how to dry and condition Eucalyptus for use in a table top. December 31, 2012

    Troubleshooting Cracks in Kiln-Dried Live Oak
    Experts attribute a cracking problem in 8/4 Live Oak slabs to drying the wood too fast at too low humidity. August 26, 2008

    Showing Off Sycamore
    Sawing and drying pros show photos of sycamore (quartersawn, spalted, and clean-shaven). February 14, 2006

    Time to Kiln-Dry 12/4 White Ash
    Estimates on the time required to dry a load of White Ash sawn three inches thick. March 28, 2010

    Troubleshooting Gluing Problems with Pine
    The heat of lumber drying can interfere with glue adhesion to pine surfaces. March 18, 2006

    Whether to Edge Before or After Kiln-Drying
    Most lumber producers edge before kiln-drying, but there could be reasons to do it first — or not at all. October 26, 2011

    Yellow discoloration in oak
    Causes of yellow staining in kiln-dried oak are discussed. October 2, 2001

    Warping of Boards Cut from a Dead Standing Tree
    Uneven drying stresses in standing dead wood may cause warping after the log is sawn. March 3, 2006

    Test for Honeycomb
    A method for testing dried lumber to detect honeycomb, with advice on how to prevent the checking that leads to honeycomb. June 13, 2014

    Sawing and Drying Persimmon
    Persimmon is a tricky wood to dry. April 15, 2012

    Twisting lumber
    What causes lumber to twist in a dehumidification kiln? March 20, 2001

    Shrinkage of Wood Cylinders
    Advice on drying wood cylinders with the cores drilled out. December 8, 2012

    Managing Drying Stress and Cracking
    Shrinkage cracking and stress cracking are tough to control. November 14, 2009

    Moisture and Swelling Issues for a Porch Ceiling
    Moisture-related expansion could cause beadboard porch ceilings to buckle. Why, and what can be done about it? This long discussion delves deep into the mysteries of moisture. February 8, 2008

    Mahogany Versus Sapele for an Outdoor Structure
    A long discussion about different flavors of Mahogany, their sources and qualities, and how they compare with Sapele for durability and quality. March 26, 2010

    Gluing Teak to Plywood
    Advice on surface prep and adhesive choice for glue-up of teak and plywood doors on a boat. October 13, 2010

    Rough-Sawn Thickness Versus Finished Thickness
    or how to minimize thickness loss when they plane their rough lumber smooth. October 14, 2006

    Mobile Wood-Burning Kiln
    Is a wood-fired, movable lumber drying kiln feasible? Here are some ideas. July 13, 2006

    Pitch Build-Up When Planing Air-Dried Pine
    There's no way to stop Pine pitch from gumming up machinery, short of kiln-drying the lumber. (This thread has some interesting asides about using your own sawn wood for construction.) April 27, 2011

    Measuring Moisture Gradient at the End of Kiln-Drying
    Core and shell moisture content can be important things to know in certain cases, but it's usually not vital information for running the kiln. June 13, 2014

    Hawaii Solar Kiln Show and Tell
    A forum member from Hawaii shows his backyard solar drying kiln and gets some advice on improving it. May 27, 2014

    Re-Drying Wood from Outdoor Storage
    Advice on how to best restore wood to useability after it has been left partially exposed to weather in a shed. January 18, 2011

    Producing Drying Defects on Purpose
    A client requests surface checks in his kiln charge of white oak. Should the operator oblige? May 11, 2005

    Lacquer Versus Polyurethane
    A question about lacquer and polyurethane drying times ends with a neat explanation of the differing ways in which waterborne and solventborne finishes dry and cure. July 14, 2010

    Retarding Lacquer Dye or Stain Drying
    Dye solvents tend to be fast-drying, and it's hard to get them to work with hand application methods. December 6, 2011

    Lumber weight as a drying signpost
    Calculating weight and moisture loss in a dehumidifcation kiln. July 24, 2001

    Re-Sawing or Re-Wetting Partially Dried Wood
    Either would be a mistake. January 14, 2009

    Humidity and Conversion Varnish Cure Time
    Dehumidifying, air-conditioning, or heat drying can speed CV cure times during muggy weather. October 26, 2005

    Red Cedar Logs for Rustic Furniture
    Handling and drying tips for Cedar logs. November 14, 2009

    Edging Boards at the Sawmill
    Lightly edge your own lumber on the mill, then re-edge after drying — you'll produce more wood that way. January 27, 2007

    Kiln Charge Cooling
    Cooling lumber arter drying is not a critical step. June 13, 2014

    Drying Compressor Air
    This long, detailed discussion covers the whys and hows of drying out the air that flows through your compressed-air lines to power tools and spray equipment. April 6, 2007

    Achieving Sterilization with a Solar Kiln in a Humid Climate
    A woodworker struggles to get his lumber pile hot enough to kill beetles. April 15, 2012

    Calculating moisture content
    Using a hygrometer and calculator to determine the MC of kiln samples. September 2, 2002

    Drying cedar slabs -- and stepping up sawmill production
    Effective drying and basic sawing with a scragg mill. September 2, 2002

    Bowing in Pine Staves After Planing
    Here's a good explanation of why lumber may move after being planed — and why that is not easy to correct. January 20, 2010

    Drying and Cupping in Table-Top Boards
    Here's a discussion of moisture-related wood movement and table construction. November 27, 2007

    Buying Lumber at Auction
    Tips on assessing the quality of air-dried hardwood up for sale at a small auction. October 3, 2009

    Drying Shrinkage Causes a Desktop to Cup
    A typical example teaches a lesson about moisture changes and wood movement. January 14, 2008

    Air Flow Meters for Kilns
    A discussion on the state of technology for monitoring airflow inside a kiln during drying, and about whether the data is useful in any case.June 13, 2014

    Drying Wood in a Shipping-Container Kiln
    Insights on using a dehumidifier kiln built from a shipping container. December 11, 2007

    Dehumidifier Kiln Chamber Size
    A discussion of constructing the drying box to fit the dehumidifier capacity and the intended lumber dimensions and quantity to be dried. October 26, 2011

    Drying Apple Wood
    Advice on how to saw and dry a big old Apple tree trunk. May 10, 2007

    A Detached Solar Collector for a Lumber Drying Kiln
    A discussion of whether to add a detached solar collector to an insulated drying shed, or to use a dehumidifier instead. January 28, 2014

    Baseball Bat Billets
    Tips on sawing and drying rough stock for bat makers (a tough market to break into). June 18, 2010

    Air-Drying Very Thin Boards
    A discussion of how to sticker and dry 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch green wood. December 31, 2005

    Adding Alcohol to Speed Drying of Waterborne Dyes
    Advice on speeding up drying, and other tips for water-based dye use. July 2, 2008

    Difficulty with Drying Small Loads
    Running a predryer with a quarter charge of green wood is tricky to manage and full of risks. April 24, 2014

    Drying Time for Black Walnut
    Dry slowly to prevent checking, and test with a moisture meter. February 26, 2005

    Drying Rack Ideas
    Ideas for shop-built racks for drying cabinet parts after spraying. November 12, 2006

    Drying hickory lumber
    Avoiding sticker stain and bugs in hickory lumber. December 12, 2000

    Drying Green Hemlock in a Basement
    Nope. Bad idea. February 22, 2011

    Boiling Wood
    Boiling wood before drying has various effects on the outcome. May 23, 2011

    Drying Rounds
    Advice on dealing with the inevitable cracking in a round slice of a log as it dries. May 21, 2009

    Drying Persimmon
    Persimmon is an active wood that is tricky to air-dry. November 27, 2007

    Drying Oak Lumber -- Ordering Information
    Where to send your check or money order to receive a copy of this useful text. May 10, 2001

    Drying South American hardwoods
    Dr. Gene Wengert provides a resource for information on drying tropical hardwoods. 1998.

    Drying Eastern Hardwood Lumber
    Authoritative how-to on cost-effective kiln-drying of hardwood lumber. November 24, 2007

    Drying red and white oak -- together?
    Can red and white oak be kiln-dried together? March 20, 2001

    Drying hackberry
    Drying hackberry is easy, provided you move quickly. June 5, 2001

    Wood Engineering - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Wood Engineering - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Sawing Crotch and Knot Wood
    Advice on sawing crotch and burl Walnut and Cherry. May 15, 2011

    Stickers and sticker shadow
    A discussion on synthetic and traditional stickers, and an explanation of reverse sticker shadow. May 30, 2001

    True Dimensions of 4/4 Green Lumber
    The terms "4/4" and "RWRL" take some explaining. Here's the voice of expertise and experience. October 8, 2005

    Walnut End Checking in the Steamer
    Troubleshooting a checking problem with Walnut related to conditions in a large steaming chamber. October 3, 2009

    Steaming, Drying, and Honeycomb in Walnut
    Bacterial infection as well as steamer and kiln settings may have caused reported honeycombing at one end of thick Walnut boards. June 18, 2009

    Saving Caulking and Putty After Opening
    Woodworkers share their secrets for keeping half-used tubes of caulk or cans of putty from drying out before they're used up. October 20, 2013

    Shrinkage of Pressure-Treated Lumber
    It's delivered sopping wet, with moisture forced in under pressure. So how much does it shrink? Experts clarify the situation. July 12, 2005

    Sawdust on stacked wood
    Should sawdust be cleaned off before stacking and drying? October 15, 2001

    Sawing Short Walnut Logs
    Advice on getting good lumber yield from a batch of 5-foot and 6-foot logs cut from a nice, fat Walnut tree. February 12, 2007

    Sawing and Drying Apple Stump Wood
    Apple's hard to deal with — expect a lot of time and effort to yield only modest results. May 31, 2010

    Sawmilling as a Side Business
    Advice on making money for a new member of the Sawing and Drying forum. August 12, 2014

    Selecting a Moisture Meter
    A discussion of desirable attributes for a moisture meter used for kiln-drying quality control. June 30, 2007

    Sassafras Siding
    A look at some Sassafras used for house siding, with some tips on drying, handling, et cetera.May 15, 2011

    Using Air-Dried Lumber for Furniture
    There are risks, but some say it can be done. April 19, 2006

    Should I Wait Before Milling Walnut?
    Walnut logs gain nothing from lying on the ground, and sometimes suffer from it. December 15, 2005

    Stickering and Drying Large Timbers
    Large-dimension timbers for framing should be handled correctly to minimize bowing and checking. June 23, 2005

    Vacuum Kiln Pump Ideas
    Thoughts on vacuum pump equipment for kiln drying. August 8, 2008

    Sawing and Drying Less Common Species
    Sawyers give the Wood Doctor some feedback about lesser-used species such as Persimmon, Madrone, Boxelder, and Mulberry.September 5, 2011

    Troubleshooting Bow in Kiln-Dried Cherry
    A discussion of the causes and possible cures for bowing of lumber. November 14, 2009

    Stickering and Spacing
    No need to space boards when air-drying small batches. February 26, 2005

    Warpage in bookmatched curly maple?
    Warpage should not be anticipated in bookmatched lumber any more than in any other type of glue up. 1998.

    Sawing and Drying Cedar
    Cedar is forgiving because of its natural rot resistance. Here's some advice on handling it. May 13, 2013

    Sticker Stain in Hickory
    Sticker stain is a warm-weather phenomenon. Here's advice about a suitable schedule for drying Hickory. May 27, 2014

    Stacking a Kiln: Tight or Spaced Out?
    Lumber in a drying kiln should be close packed edge to edge. December 23, 2014

    Suitable Moisture Content for Dead Stacking
    Advice on when air-dried lumber can be safely dead stacked. May 13, 2013

    Energy Cost of Vacuum Kilns
    Estimates of the electricity and heating fuel consumption and cost for vacuum kiln operation. June 28, 2006

    Checking for Drying Stress in Kiln-Dried Lumber
    A kiln owner learns how to properly test his product for drying-induced stresses. June 30, 2007

    Finish Failure at Door Frame Joints
    What caused this defect: Wood moisture, glue characteristics, finish issues, or all three? August 17, 2009

    History of Plywood
    Here's an interesting ramble through woodworking history, covering the invention of plywood in ancient Egypt (or before), and some anecdotes about lacquer. October 2, 2007

    Electric Moisture Meters
    A guide for using portable electric moisture meters on lumber. May 3, 2001

    Flow Enhancers for Waterborne Lacquer
    Finishers discuss the use of flow-modifying additives, alcohol thinners, or silicone fisheye reducers in waterbased formulas. March 29, 2008

    Fine Points of Steaming Walnut
    Details on equipment and procedures for steaming Walnut to change the color. November 12, 2008

    Mixing African and Honduras Mahogany
    A long discussion of the woodworking characteristics of various Mahogany types and substitutes, and the practicality of combining different woods in a single door. June 29, 2008

    From Log to Furniture
    A newcomer has logs and wants to make some furniture. The sawmill forum has advice for him. January 14, 2013

    Ripping and Re-Gluing to Limit Cupping
    The Wood Doc weighs in on the old-timer technique of ripping and re-gluing boards in order to lessen moisture-related cupping. February 19, 2008

    Ripping hardwood straight
    Why do ripped pieces come out banana-shaped? July 9, 2002

    Over-Drying and Wood Quality
    Kiln operators discuss what happens to lumber when you overshoot your moisture content target. February 14, 2006

    End Checking in Beech Blocks
    Drying cracks in imported Beech blocks may be the re-opening of existing cracks, related to changes in atmospheric relative humidity. November 27, 2007

    Hardwood Lumber Kiln Schedules
    Dr. Gene Wengert provides schedules for kiln drying hardwood lumber. 1998.

    Is Your Meter Running?
    The value of the moisture meter when drying of oak lumber. 1998.

    Holly Staining: Fungus or Pigment?
    Holly stains if it's not dried quickly and properly. But what's the real cause? A scientist weighs in on samples collected by a sawyer. July 12, 2005

    Elevated Moisture Readings after Planing
    Wood that is not uniformly dry will read higher after planing; and the results vary between pin meters and pinless models. June 4, 2012

    How to Stack and Dry Large Beams
    Advice on stacking, stickering, and banding large-dimension Oak timbers for air drying. January 18, 2012

    Firewood kiln
    Methods and facilities used to dry firewood. November 26, 2001

    Eastern Red Cedar for Outdoor Use
    Thoughts on drying Eastern Red Cedar, and on the wood's value for decks or outdoor furniture. December 6, 2009

    Finishing Racks for Cabinet Doors
    More ideas for shop-built or store-bought cabinet door spraying and drying racks. June 5, 2006

    Heat, Air Movement, and Drying Time
    Finishers discuss the use of heaters and fans to reduce re-coat wait times. February 21, 2011

    Kiln Drainage
    Wood in a kiln releases water in vapor form. But condensation may occur in the kiln, requiring attention to drainage. April 2, 2015

    Power Venting a Kiln
    A discussion of the ideal location for powered vents for a large drying kiln. May 14, 2006

    Lumber Storage After Kiln Drying
    Advice on storing kiln-dried wood in the proper humidity conditions. November 14, 2009

    Minimizing Sticker Stain
    An explanation of what causes sticker stain, and how it might be prevented. July 30, 2007

    Presurfacing Green Sawn Oak
    Planing roughsawn Oak before kiln-drying has benefits that may make it worth the cost. October 26, 2011

    Polyurethane Cure Times
    Polyurethane hardening times are temperature-dependent. With multiple coats, the process can get tricky. February 21, 2011

    Maple processing basics
    The fundamentals of milling and drying maple. August 10, 2000

    Pull-Out Drying Racks
    Ideas for drying racks for laundry-room cabinets. December 30, 2005

    Residential Dehumidifiers for Kiln Drying
    You need an industrial model to dry wood — the homeowner version is not built for it. November 8, 2007

    Milling and Drying Cottonwood
    Tips on how to handle cottonwood for good results. July 28, 2006

    Force Drying Pecan Slabs
    Don't try high heat on Pecan — it can split badly even when slowly air-dried. February 3, 2011

    Heat Treating Logs On Site
    Doubts on the feasibility of drying Southern Yellow Pine logs using temporary means at a building site. January 25, 2010

    Adhesives and Glues Compared
    Lots of good background info on traditional glues and modern adhesives in this long thread about gluing an Ipe edge to a countertop. January 20, 2010

    Choices for Glazing
    Here's advice on glazing for a beginner who's having trouble. July 11, 2013

    Drying Oak Lumber: Step 7, Storage
    The Wood Doctor discusses how to protect dried lumber from damage during storage. August 27, 2012

    Drying and Sawing Sycamore Logs for Beams
    Advice on how to get useable large-dimension lumber out of Sycamore logs. January 8, 2010

    Controlling Mildew in Air-Drying Lumber
    Surface mildew in a stack of boards being air-dried should respond to some dehumidification in the space. April 15, 2012

    Air-Drying Persimmon
    Persimmon has value, but it moves a lot as it dries. April 30, 2006

    Black Locust as a Utility Pole
    Thoughts on whether to dry a Black Locust pole before burying the end, and related issues. March 28, 2010

    Air Flow and Mold Problems
    Troubleshooting an occurrence of mold in wood stacked for air-drying. March 26, 2013

    Drying Half Logs for Benches
    Unfortunately, large logs crack as they dry. It's unavoidable. March 16, 2015

    Drying Cherry in the Basement
    Even for a brief storage period, a basement is a dubious place for stacked, stickered wood. January 14, 2009

    Drying Split Catalpa Logs for Benches
    Catalpa dries well and is fairly rot-resistant. January 23, 2012

    Air-Drying Hard Maple
    Handle maple carefully and keep an eye on it, if you don't want sticker stain or lumber degrade. October 12, 2007

    Adding Fans to a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Is it worth it to exceed the design air circulation in a dehumidifier kiln? By the numbers, probably not. May 15, 2012

    Air-Dried Wood for Furniture
    As this example demonstrates, when a people tell you your air-dried lumber won't make a sweet (and sweet-smelling) piece of furniture, sometimes it's because they want to take your wood away for free. January 11, 2007

    Drying Submerged Logs Recovered from a Lake
    A discussion of the technical and legal issues relating to recovered "sinker" logs. September 6, 2010

    Cures for sticker stain
    Drying lumber can suffer from sticker stain for a variety of reasons. June 20, 2000

    Drying Freshly Sawn Veneer
    Tips for drying veneer. August 29, 2014

    Drying Loads with Mixed Moisture Content
    It's a balancing act — you have to watch out for the drier wood causing the wetter wood to dry too fast and check. October 4, 2011

    Air-Drying Lumber for Sheds
    Drying time is not critical for lumber intended for an exposed use like a utility shed. December 9, 2010

    Drying hard maple for whiteness
    Permissible extremes for dehumification drying of maple, to accentuate whiteness. 1998.

    Lumber Buying - The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    Lumber Buying - the Wood Doctor collection of articles at WOODWEB

    Why is Wood Flooring Kerfed on the Bottom Face?
    Speculation, theories, and facts about why wood flooring and some door jamb stock is usually milled with grooves in the underside or back side. October 13, 2008

    Table Saw Blade Height Above Material
    Here's a long, thoughtful discussion of the practical and safety aspects of setting blade height when working with a table saw. November 13, 2009

    Usability Of 12/4 Quarter Sawn White Oak
    01/20/2014

    Using Light Equipment to Try Out Sawmilling
    A poster thinking about whether to try milling some logs with a small chainsaw and shop bandsaw gets feedback from the pros. October 1, 2010

    Timber Framing: Dry or Green?
    Thoughts and opinions on whether to frame with dry lumber or green, and whether to let felled logs dry before sawing. October 1, 2009

    Set-ups for spraying cabinet doors
    Methods for clean and efficient finishing. Includes photos.. October 9, 2002

    Quality of Cherry Lumber
    Cabinetmakers discuss cherry quality, grading standards, and the market. August 17, 2006

    Tung Oil Finish Differences
    A discussion of the various finish types containing Tung oil and their performance differences. February 27, 2013

    Sawing Techniques for Cherry
    Pros explain how to go about getting the best lumber from some nice cherry logs. July 28, 2006

    Steam Conditioning Versus Mist Conditioning in Wood-Drying Kilns
    Both are effective, and each has different quirks to consider. June 13, 2014

    Steaming Walnut for Color
    A description of Walnut steaming methods. June 13, 2014

    Troubleshooting Stain Bleedout
    Pros consider how to deal with a situation where an oil stain dries too slowly and seeps out of the pores of an Oak piece. July 3, 2008

    Shrinkage Allowances for Sawing Southern Yellow Pine
    What dimension should SYP be sawn to, in order to arrive at the desired thickness after drying and planing? November 14, 2009

    The Dimensional Effects of Wood Moisture
    Understanding how moisture interacts with wood can help you avoid problems from moisture-related wood movement. September 13, 2012

    Sawing Hickory for Flooring
    Quartersawn may be most stable, but flatsawn is prettiest. February 15, 2009

    Value of Yard Tree Logs
    Yard tree value is low because of the probability of hitting metal. But some sawyers still take them. December 12, 2008

    Unusual Quilted Figure in Eastern Red Cedar
    A sawmill owner shows off a one-in-a-million Cedar board with wavy, curly figure, and a photo of the log's unusual bark. November 16, 2011

    Sweetgum Character
    If you saw much Sweetgum, you'll find that the lumber has a strong personality. November 27, 2007

    Treating Air-Dried Wood with Pesticides
    Surface-applied pesticides may be dangerous or even illegal, and will probably do no good. Instead, heat-treat wood to kill bugs. February 14, 2006

    Veneer Over LVL for Door-Building
    Issues of moisture content, wood movement, and splitting when veneering over LVL for custom door construction. April 5, 2007

    "Shop-Dried" Versus "Air-Dried" Lumber
    A discussion of the quality and value of hardwoods that have been stacked and dried in a dry indoor area, but not in a kiln. March 26, 2013

    Value and Uses of Eastern Red Cedar
    The sawing and drying forum kicks around the question of tailoring red cedar products to meet market demand. February 14, 2006

    Sap Bleeding Through Primer on Ceiling Boards
    Advice on stain-blocking primer, on cleaning up sap, and on proper wood drying. January 14, 2009

    Surface Mold on Framing Lumber
    If the wood will be dry in service, mold on the surface is strictly a cosmetic concern. Here's more info on washing and drying for the sake of appearances. April 20, 2011

    Sizing Up Dehumidifier Kilns
    Thoughts on the objective characteristics to consider when evaluating which dehumidifier kiln is right for you. April 11, 2008

    Stacked Pine Timbers and Bluestain
    It's better to saw the woods into board and sticker and stack it as soon as possible. December 6, 2009

    Stacking and Drying Southern Yellow Pine
    A sawyer gets advice on stacking and stickering Southern Yellow Pine, and on protecting it against insects. January 25, 2010

    Small Charges in the Drying Kiln
    Running the kiln partially loaded involves some tweaks and compromises. August 8, 2008

    Why You Should Saw Pine Fresh
    period. April 27, 2007

    Will Down Logs Dry in a Year?
    No, and not in 20 years either. January 27, 2008

    Whether to Run a Dehumidifier in a Solar Kiln
    Solar kilns usually run too hot to be suitable for a dehumidification approach. Correct venting is the key. January 17, 2011

    Sawing And Air Drying Ashe
    12/03/2013

    Spots revealed in dry, planed lumber
    Dr. Gene attempts to find the causes of discolored spots on dried lumber, revealed only when the stock has been planed. 1998.

    Usefulness of Gum Wood
    Which variety is this, and what's it good for? February 26, 2005

    Unpleasant Odor in Silver Maple
    A perfect description of rotten, stinky, bacterially infected wood. January 11, 2007

    Shrinkage allowances for red oak
    Estimating radial and tangential shrinkage when drying red oak to 12 to 14 percent MC. 1998.

    Size, Spacing, and Shape of Stickers
    Advice on stickers for drying lumber. June 18, 2012

    Splitting Wood - Green Versus Dry
    Wood is stronger, and thus harder to split, after drying. April 11, 2008

    Salvaging lumber from submerged wood
    The best chance for salvaging lumber from submerged wood lies in cutting it quickly, and drying it slowly. 1998.

    Steam Bending and Wood Moisture Content
    Wood needs an MC of 16% or higher to be steam bent. August 21, 2006

    Stains on wood
    remove. June 27, 2000

    Weighting lumber stacks
    How much weight is necessary for stacked lumber, ready to be air-dried? June 5, 2001

    Quality Drying of Softwood Lumber
    A publication from the Forest Service in PDF format. August 22, 2003

    Quality Drying of Hardwood Lumber
    A publication from the Forest Service in PDF format. August 22, 2003

    What can be dried with black walnut?
    How to determine what species are compatible for drying with black walnut. June 20, 2000

    Energy Cost for a Vacuum Kiln
    An analysis of the energy bills involved in operating a vacuum kiln. July 13, 2006

    Making Time in Production Finishing
    Finishers talk about how to organize an efficient, high-volume cabinet finishing operation. May 15, 2008

    Reality Check for Urban Wood Sawmilling Idea
    What a cool idea — invest in some equipment, saw up "free" logs, and make a tidy profit. If it were only that easy. December 11, 2007

    Measuring/Monitoring Moisture Levels
    The hows and whys of monitoring moisture content in lumber. 1998.

    Moisture and Cupping with Glued-Up Solid Poplar Panels
    This thread about poplar panels that cupped while stored sheds light on wood moisture movement issues in general. June 30, 2009

    Finishing Oils
    Here are some opinions and some learning resources for a finisher trying to choose a natural oil finish. July 18, 2013

    Preventing Cupping on a Wide Maple Table Top
    Another discussion on moisture and wood movement (causes and preventive measures). November 3, 2010

    Relating Lumber Grade Selection to End Use
    Which grade you should buy depends on what you're making. If you're willing to trim, cut, and select, a lower grade may serve your needs well. February 19, 2013

    Re-Drying Kiln Dried Lumber
    An architectural woodwork mill gets advice on acclimating stock before machining it. December 9, 2010

    Flatsawn to Quartersawn
    Cutting both types of lumber. December 17, 2003

    Optimizing Fans in a Solar Kiln
    Advice on housings and shrouds for kiln fans. December 31, 2013

    Moisture Meter Accuracy
    Moisture meters aren't perfectly accurate, and wood moisture content can also vary within a piece. October 25, 2006

    Furniture Shipping and Tropical Moisture Issues
    Shipping from the tropics to the temperate zone, how do people deal with humidity changes? Here are some thoughts and possible solutions. November 8, 2007

    Lumber Quality above the Butt Log
    There's a lot of useable lumber left behind in short log ends that commercial sawmill's won't accept. But that higher-up wood can be tricky to work with. October 4, 2011

    Green Cedar, Wood Shrinkage, and Furniture Joinery
    A discussion of whether to worry about what's green and what's dry when making roundwood furniture from Cedar. June 30, 2009

    PUR Glue for Cabinet Assembly
    Thoughts about the characteristics of hot-melt PUR glue, gluing equipment, and the requirements of cabinet construction. May 23, 2007

    Managing Airflow in the Pre-Dryer
    Advice on using temporary baffles to keep air flowing through the remaining stacks as some wood is removed. June 13, 2014

    Paint for Solar Kiln Interiors
    Details for painting the inside of a solar drying kiln, and some resources for kiln design. June 9, 2007

    Fanless Solar Kiln?
    Natural convection is not a practical way to power air flow through a drying kiln. August 1, 2011

    Green Douglas Fir for Timber Framing
    Advice on framing with fresh-cut Douglas Fir posts and beams. April 2, 2013

    Minimizing Drying Cracks in Large Timbers
    Advice on how to limit cracking and checking in large-dimension timbers. November 14, 2009

    'Girdling' standing lumber, and why not
    Cutting the cambium layer of a tree in order to dry wood while standing. January 4, 2001

    Gluing Green Wood
    Ideas for adhesives that will do a good job on a green sawn timber. March 25, 2010

    Glue Line Splitting
    Glue up jointed pieces quickly after jointing, to avoid problems caused by edge and end drying of the wood. September 19, 2009

    Moisture Meter Quality and Price
    What makes a good moisture meter? March 3, 2006

    Preventing Mold Formation on Freshly Sawn Pine
    Surface dryness is the best answer to preventing mold from getting a foothold on sawn softwood. Here are tips on how to achieve it. April 18, 2010

    Kiln velocity and sticker thickness
    The necessary volume and velocity of air exchange, and sticker size, for a small dehumidification kiln are discussed. November 29, 2000

    Hard maple cracks and causes
    Potential causes for hairline cracks in dried hard maple. 1998.

    Protecting Fresh Wood from Bugs
    Chemical means have drawbacks and are not very effective. So good drying and careful hygeine in the the yard are your best methods for keeping wood bug-free. April 20, 2011

    Optimal Size to Rough Cut for Flooring
    Start with a uniform finish thickness, then add allowances for planing, drying shrinkage, and cupping. October 26, 2011

    Kentucky Coffeetree Lumber Characteristics
    Sawmillers share experiences with sawing and drying Coffeetree wood. March 9, 2010

    Interpreting the Psychrometer
    Accurate readings are important when using the psychrometer to calculate moisture content. April 15, 2012

    Micro-Scale De-Humidifier Wood Drying
    How to cobble together a miniature dehumidifier wood-drying kiln. September 17, 2008

    Is Cedar an Insect Repellent?
    Including Cedar in a stack of sawn wood will not keep bugs away, the Wood Doctor explains. July 11, 2013

    Harvesting White Pine in Summer
    It must be sawn within days, and dried quickly, to maintain good quality. October 2, 2005

    Lumber from a lake bottom??
    Is it possible to dry logs which have spent 50 years underwater? January 31, 2001

    Kiln Drying with a Household Dehumidifier
    Rigging up a homeowner-type dehumidifier to dry small amounts of wood may be cheaper to begin with, but has practical limitations. April 11, 2008

    Hackberry sawing and drying
    How to saw and dry hackberry to avoid chemical staining. March 7, 2000

    Mixing Frozen and Green Lumber in a Kiln
    It's best to separate the loads. Here's some insight into why. December 9, 2010

    Making stickers
    Finding an appropriate material for lumber stickers used in air-drying. August 10, 2000

    Mixed Drying Loads
    Mixing wood of different moisture contents in the same kiln load causes big problems, but mixing different lumber species at the same moisture content can be okay. May 15, 2012

    Oak cupping and warping
    When during drying does oak lumber stop cupping and warping? July 4, 2000

    Kiln-drying eucalyptus
    Recommended temperatures for drying this native Australian species. 1998.

    Building Your Own Spray Booth
    Pros discuss ways to ventilate and filter. March 17, 2005

    Analyzing Wood Species, Grain, and Sawing Methods
    Here's a long and complex (but very informative) thread that starts off with a wood identification problem, moves into a discussion of wood pore structure, and then takes off on an interesting tangent about quartersawing, flatsawing, and other methods for piecing out a log. March 22, 2013

    Crack Prevention and Repair for a Large Wood Turning
    Here's a long, thoughtful technical discussion of humidity conditions, wood cracking, prevention, and fixes, focused around the case of a very large wood turning that has developed hairline cracks. January 20, 2011

    Curling of a Cutting Board Set in a Concrete Countertop
    Woodworkers attempt to cure a problem created by placing wood in a moist situation on one side. No easy answers here. June 18, 2009

    Blue-Stained Pine Pros and Cons
    Controversy simmers over whether blue stain is is a special value, a visual defect, or a mold liability risk. September 17, 2008

    Cherry Log: Quartersaw or Flatsaw?
    Appearance would argue for flatsawn, stability for quartersawn — but it's more complicated than that. October 1, 2010

    Conditioning: Relieving those stresses
    Try these solutions to a stress-free wood inventory. November 29, 2002

    Converting A Shipping Container to a Drying Kiln
    Design, construction, and operation info from folks who've done it. February 26, 2005

    Dry Spray Diagnosis
    A classic example (probably), and some great pictures, of catalyzed finish drying before it hits the workpiece — and advice on prevention. November 11, 2008

    Dimensional Framing Lumber from Mixed Hardwoods
    Thoughts on using local hardwood to produce framing lumber for outbuildings. October 4, 2011

    Dehumidification Kiln Conditioning Without Steam
    Techniques and equipment for producing a balanced environment inside your kiln. May 11, 2005

    Cold Temperatures Retard Floor Finish
    A cautionary tale: with the room at 50°F, a poly floor finish fails to cure. October 18, 2012

    Cold Weather Flowout Issues
    Troubleshooting a pinhole problem when spraying in a cold shop during winter. May 17, 2010

    Allowing for Shrinkage when Sawing Framing Lumber
    If you want the lumber in service to end up comparable to commercial kiln-dried softwood framing lumber, how much thicker and wider should you saw? November 28, 2006

    Cabinet Door Spraying Setups
    Off-the-shelf door-spraying racks versus shop-rigged setups. June 9, 2007

    Digital hygrometers
    Kiln operators discuss options for measuring conditions in their lumber drying and storage facilities. July 26, 2000

    Comparing moisture meters
    An assessment of the performance of pin and pinless moisture meters made by major manufacturers. July 11, 2000

    Dehumidifier Kiln "Hanging Up"
    Dehumidifier kilns sometimes stall as moisture content readings get closer to the target. An extra shot of heat can help a lot. July 3, 2008

    Cause of Loose Knots in Pine
    Looseness or tightness of a knot in Pine is a characteristic that is formed during tree growth, not a product of the kiln process. June 13, 2014

    Air temp, relative humidity and MC
    How much moisture can air hold, and what is the effect on drying lumber? July 4, 2000

    Ambrosia Beetles Versus Powderpost Beetles
    A little info on similar, but different, bugs that infest different types of wood. January 27, 2008

    Controlling Splits in Pecan
    An explanation of various causes of splitting in lumber as it dries. November 14, 2009

    Air Drying a Slab with a Severe Curve
    Lumbermen report mixed results trying to dry stump sections with intense and unusual curvature. April 21, 2008

    Dark Core in Soft Maple
    A kiln operator finds that his maple boards develop a light surface and dark core. Others weigh in with thoughts and advice. August 31, 2005

    Cargo Container Dehumidifier Kiln
    Where to put the dehumidifier in a cargo-container drying kiln? January 29, 2009

    Accelerating Oil-Based Enamel Curing
    Is there any way to shorten the drying time of oil base enamel? March 29, 2008

    Drying Bowl Blanks
    One woodturner reports success with an alcohol pre-soak method. January 13, 2006

    Drying Horticultural Maple
    Specialty Maples used in landscaping dry like other Maple, but the wood tends to be twisty. June 16, 2014

    Drying Burled Wood
    Thoughts on the proper way to dry freshly sawn burls. December 15, 2005

    Drying Beech
    Beech is a tricky wood to dry: too fast and it checks, too slow and it stains. August 21, 2006

    The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB
    The Wood Doctor Collection of Articles at WOODWEB

    Field performance testing of improved engineered wood fiber surfaces for accessible playground areas
    Some engineered wood fiber (EWF) surfaces on playgrounds are soft and uneven, which creates difficulties for those who use mobility aids, such as wheelchairs and walkers. The outdoor field testing reported in this study is part of an effort to stabilize EWF to improve accessibility. The concept is t ......

    Heat sterilization time of ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir boards and square timbers
    To prevent the unintentional transfer of insects and pathogens during world trade, wood products are often heat sterilized. The general requirement is that the center of the wood configuration be held at 133°F (56°C) for 30 min. However, many factors can affect the time required to reach this temper ......

    Home wreckers in search of moisture
    Research at the Forest Products Laboratory (FPL) related to durability and disaster mitigation includes damage by decay fungi and termites and contamination by mold fungi. All these household pests are attracted to excess moisture, which can result from inadequate surface drying of condensation, lea ......

    Specific Gravity of Dawn Redwood
    We're talking about a particular tree species here, but the comments on determining specific gravity apply to any wood sample. April 27, 2007

    Drying small quantities of green hardwoods at home.
    Freshly sawn boards and stem cross-sectional disks, 4/4 and 8/4 thick, of three hardwood species were dried at six indoor and outdoor household locations in southern Illinois. It took silver maple and black cherry 90 days and white oak from 90 to 150 days to dry to less than 10% moisture content at ......

    Utilizing Municipal Trees -- Ideas from Across the Country
    How municipal tree removals are being utilized for traditional wood products. May 26, 2002

    Troubleshooting Wrinkling in Conversion Varnish Job
    Pros analyze a case of wrinkled finish, looking at formulas, shop conditions, and more. April 14, 2005

    Troubleshooting Planer Tearout and Snipe
    An intensive discussion of the causes and cures of tearout and snipe in planing work. July 13, 2006

    What Does "Old Growth" Mean
    The sawing and drying forum discusses what "old growth" means when used to describe lumber, and what qualities "old growth" wood may or may not have. May 14, 2006

    What's the Best Machine for Ripping?
    His tablesaw produces curved rips, so a shop owner wonders: should he buy a ripsaw, a bandsaw, or what? August 19, 2013

    Waterborne Finishes - Pros and Cons
    Here's a long thread with finishers comparing the attributes of waterborne finishes to solventborne products. May 27, 2014

    Trapped Bubbles in Waterborne Finish Coats
    Pros troubleshoot another case of those pesky bubbles. July 3, 2008

    Shellac and Linseed Oil Finishes
    A long thread on traditional finishes using linseed oil and shellac. May 28, 2010

    Sawdust-Fueled Boilers
    Practical considerations around burning sawmill sawdust for heat. October 4, 2007

    Structural Insulated Panels for Kiln Construction?
    The foam and skins used in some "SIP" panels may not tolerate the high temperatures in a wood drying kiln. May 13, 2009

    Sailboat masts
    A discussion of species and techniques for seasoning wood used for sailboat masts. March 2, 2000

    Wet Spots in Finish
    If excess stripper isn't removed, it can stop laquers from drying properly. August 30, 2005

    Starting a Sawmill Business to Supply Stakes
    The sawing and drying forum takes a hard critical look at a business proposition. April 20, 2011

    Vacuum kilns
    Choosing between a vacuum and dehumidification kiln. July 24, 2001

    The limitations of juvenile lumber
    Exactly how useful is the lumber yielded by less-than-mature trees? August 10, 2000

    Working with Sapelle
    Notes on the workability and machinability of this exotic tropical hardwood. January 8, 2007

    Troubleshooting Overspray Lines with Pre-Catalyzed Lacquer
    Overspray lines on a large piece may show up because of air pressure, drying time, nozzle settings, speed of application, and other adjustable factors. May 11, 2006

    Selecting a Good Moisture Meter
    More money buys a better instrument, but your choice depends on your needs. December 14, 2009

    Varnishes, Sealers, and Topcoats
    A guitar maker gets advice on water-based and oil-based varnishes that will enhance the look of mahogany and walnut, but will also be efficient to apply along with a water-based urethane topcoat. October 19, 2005

    Wood Choice for Horse Stalls
    Is there any kind of wood that horses won't chew on? July 18, 2008

    Quartersawing, Rift Sawing, and Plain Sawing Explained
    This authoritative explanation with photos and drawings will clear up the widespread confusion about the various ways of sawing logs for grain. May 27, 2014

    Sealing Log Ends
    Thoughts about log-sealing products and application methods. September 15, 2006

    Stacking and Stickering Random Length Boards
    Advice on stacking and (keeping track of) boards sawn from logs of different lengths at various times. November 16, 2011

    Troubleshooting a Dehumidifier Kiln
    A newly acquired (but secondhand) dehumidifier kiln has some performance issues, and the Sawing and Drying forum offers advice. March 26, 2013

    Wet Cottonwood with Wind Shake
    Some comments about the dubious strength and quality of lumber from Cottonwood logs having noticeable wind shake. July 28, 2006

    Troubleshooting Wood Flooring Shrinkage
    Moisture change is always the culprit when wood shrinks. Here, pros a case of gapped-out wood flooring. July 28, 2006

    Should I Season Timbers Before Framing a Barn?
    Timber-framing works well with green or partially dried timbers, but you should allow for some drying-related movement after construction. May 9, 2007

    Solar Kiln at Work
    Here's a look at a newly completed backyard solar wood drying kiln with its first load of lumber. March 28, 2012

    Sawing wood for house-framing
    The basics of sawing and drying lumber to by used in constructing a house. January 3, 2001

    What's the Toughest Wood to Dry?
    Wood Doctor Gene Wengert lists a few wood species that just love to stay wet. January 27, 2008

    Unusual Checking in Hard Maple
    A case where every board sawn from a Maple log has checks through the middle. What's going on? February 17, 2012

    Spraying Wooden Drawer and Door Knobs
    Jigs and tricks for holding wooden knobs for spraying and drying. June 18, 2010

    Sawing An Old Elm Tree
    Tension wood from growth stress may call for a modified technique. April 10, 2005

    Vacuum Dried Red Oak
    Achieving quality and color. May 19, 2004

    Safe Treating to Prevent Powderpost Beetles
    Borates are a practical alternative. Heavier-duty chemicals have drawbacks. December 8, 2012

    Wait Time Between Coats
    A finisher with a rush job to complete gets advice on dry and cure times between coats. August 21, 2006

    Supplemental Heat for a Solar Kiln
    Kiln owners suggest ways to "bump up" the heat at the end of a drying cycle. October 20, 2005

    Working with Tamarack Wood
    A discussion of Tamarack's suitability for board and batten siding, and for other uses. December 28, 2006

    Tracking Boards for Bookmatching
    Ways to keep track of bookmatched board pairs from sawing through drying and planing. April 19, 2006

    Treating to Inhibit Blue Stain
    December 6, 2009

    Sawing Timbers for Timber Frame
    Softwood and hardwood behave differently, but in either case "box-heart" sawing tends to minimize drying movement and checking. January 11, 2007

    Wood Worms
    White worms in reclaimed lumber intended for furniture. What to do? April 20, 2011

    Shipping Green Lumber
    Pros discuss the risks involved in shipping green lumber, including uneven drying and moisture damage. December 1, 2005

    Understanding Ring Shake and Bacterial Action
    The Wood Doctor explains the bacterial causes of ring shake. September 5, 2011

    Steaming of Walnut
    Properly done, steaming adds an even dark tint to walnut. But the wrong technique gives unsatisfactory results. October 4, 2007

    Quick-drying wood stains
    Wood stains which dry fast and foster good grain definition. February 12, 2001

    Warping after planing
    Causes for the warping of boards after they are planed flat. June 13, 2001

    Troubleshooting Weeping Oil Stain
    Ideas to prevent oil stain from weeping out of oak grain pores in the drying oven. July 30, 2007

    Sawing Logs After Checking Occurs
    Badly checked logs should be dried and sawn first, then end-trimmed as boards. December 1, 2005

    110-Volt Fans for Use in Kilns
    Advice on finding fans that will perform in a drying kiln. July 3, 2008

    Solar kiln construction - and more
    are answered.

    Temperature Versus Dry Time in Finishing
    Expert Ron Bryze explains how ambient temperature influences the finish drying and curing process. December 31, 2007

    Stickers for stacking
    Does species matter when choosing stickers to use in your stacks of drying wood? July 24, 2001

    Surface Checks In 8/4 White Ash
    10/23/2012

    What causes "shake" in pine?
    The cause of this defect, which significantly impacts lumber grade. June 20, 2000

    Kiln Size Affects Energy Required to Dry Lumber
    Energy requirements for lumber drying kilns can depend on kiln size and range from 18,000 Btu/lb water evaporated for a 10 board food capacity kiln to 1,600 Btu/lb water evaporated for a 100,000 board foot capacity kiln. 1980

    Lumber Grading, Quality, and Small Mills
    Here's an extended discussion of the public policy issues involved in lumber grading, and construction using un-graded lumber, as seen from the point of view of the small sawmill operator. May 18, 2010

    Hardwood Supply and Quality
    The U.S. has large and growing stocks of high-quality hardwood timber, and a limitless supply of ungraded rhetoric. August 8, 2006

    Electronic RH sensors
    Can electronic relative humidity sensors stand up to the elements in dry kilns? May 2, 2001

    Fine Points of Glazed Finish Applications
    A long discussion of glaze formulation and application techniques. July 29, 2007

    Jointer Tolerances and Setup Techniques
    A furnituremaker who wants super-fine tolerances gets advice on tuning and operating a jointer. May 2, 2011

    Price sawmilling by the cut?
    Pricing by the hour, the board foot and the cut. (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) February 12, 2003

    Hammering and Rolling Large Saw Blades
    Saw blades can be pre-tensioned so that they take on a true, flat shape when spinning. The technique is an art that requires knowledge and experience. June 24, 2007

    Heat Sources for a Dehumidifying Kiln
    A discussion of the safety and practicality of various ways to heat air for a dehumidification kiln. November 14, 2009

    Racking, Flipping, and Stacking Large Interior Doors for Finishing
    Finishers describe various ways to efficiently handle man doors for spraying and drying. December 31, 2012

    Lacquer Retarder with Shellac
    The right additives can help keep spray-applied shellac from drying in the air before it hits the workpiece. June 30, 2007

    Finish Over Air-Dried Pine
    Soft resin and volatile natural solvents in softwoods will interfere with finishes unless the wood is kiln-dried at a high enough temperature to "set the pitch."August 17, 2009

    Rotating logs when sawing
    Advantages and disadvantages of turning logs 180 degrees when sawing. January 4, 2001

    Milling Reclaimed Heart Pine Lumber
    Advice on knives, cleanup, safety, and more, for an operation to mill resawn old pine timbers into mouldings. December 15, 2005

    Fresh-Cut Pine for Rafters
    In theory, green softwood should perform acceptably for barn rafters. In practice, on the other hand ... well, life is full of surprises. November 28, 2006

    From Slab to Tabletop
    How one craftsman took a big chunk of tree and turned it into furniture. January 27, 2007

    Imitating an Old Alligatored Finish
    If you want to intentionally produce alligatoring in a controlled way, you're going to have to get creative. These ideas may get you started. April 21, 2008

    Fine Points of End Coating
    Advice on applying Anchorseal or roofing tar to log ends immediately after felling. October 19, 2013

    Mesquite Lore
    Texas woodworkers share their knowledge of Mesquite wood. August 21, 2006

    Hardwood Lumber Tallies
    Are you being shorted on a lumber delivery? The answer could depend on the fine points of board-foot calculations. April 19, 2015

    Glazing methods
    Techniques for smooth glazing. November 18, 2002

    Moisture Testing Variability
    A discussion of factors that could account for a discrepancy between a supplier's wood moisture content readings and the customer's. October 12, 2008

    Lumber grading: The basics
    How lumber is graded and net tallies are determined. November 7, 2000

    Is storing cants feasible?
    Can large cants be stored until an order for custom-cut lumber is received? February 19, 2002

    Rack for finishing doors
    Designing a rack for finishing interior doors as efficiently as possible. November 7, 2001

    Is Dehumidifier Kiln Wastewater Safe?
    Don't assume that it's safe to dump kiln water to the environment. There could be some contamination. March 10, 2008

    Making a Drying Kiln from an Insulated Truck Body
    This conversation touches on the quantity of heat needed to dry a load of wood, the advantage of using a dehumidifier, and the possible issues with corrosion. April 18, 2015

    Fixing Dust Specks in Finish
    Here are a few touch-up suggestions for occasional dust blemishes in a finish coat. December 31, 2013

    Protecting Yourself from Isocyanates
    Isocyanate is a dangerous chemical, so have a good spray booth and wear full protective gear. October 19, 2013

    Good Wood for Handles
    Oak, hickory, and elm (if you can find some) work well. October 25, 2006

    Making Stickers
    Advice on sawing stickers for stacking lumber. April 18, 2010

    Properties of Tamarack
    Tamarack dries nice and straight, but it's splintery and may have some shake. August 8, 2010

    Is This Stack of Cherry Ruined?
    A newbie mistake left this stack of Cherry wood soaked after a year in the stack. But there's a chance it could still be saved. October 26, 2007

    Moisture Content of Freshly Sawn Wood
    It's a lot. November 28, 2006

    Log Drying and Degrade
    Don't wait to long to saw ... but don't be too quick to write off an old log either. faOctober 4, 2011

    Optimizing Airflow in a Solar Kiln
    Ideal airflow in a kiln varies by wood species. Here are some rules of thumb. December 31, 2012

    Home dehumidifier for drying lumber
    Can a home dehumidifier be used to kiln dry lumber? January 31, 2001

    Redrying 4/4 Hard Maple
    Tips for re-drying a load of wood that got wetted by rain, without incurring damage. December 31, 2013

    Moisture issues in antique lumber
    Is salvaged wood from old barns dry enough to use as one would use kiln-dried lumber? August 23, 2000

    Lumber Covering Materials
    Advice on how to cover piles of sawn wood for air-drying. December 6, 2009

    Hackberry Staining
    Hackberry gets a green chemical stain if not sawn and put in a kiln without delay. February 12, 2007

    Problems with Franklin polyurethane glue
    Ideas for coping with shorter glue drying times caused by humidity. January 24, 2001

    Heat considerations in solar kilns
    Solar kilns get hot enough to handle some aspects of lumber drying, but not all of them. March 6, 2000

    Kiln Drying Gum
    Sap Gum and Red Gum should be dried separately using different schedules. January 2, 2012

    Mixed Species Stickers for Air Drying
    It doesn't matter what species is used for stickers, but the stickers should be dry. January 17, 2011

    Cupping of a Solid Wood Countertop
    Woodworkers troubleshoot a case of moisture-related movement in a kitchen countertop. April 14, 2010

    Dark cherry dyes and stains
    How to get a great-looking, deep cherry finish. June 24, 2001

    Advice for a Sawmilling Beginner
    Here's a truckload of good advice for the man who just bought his first bandsaw mill. May 14, 2006

    Acetylated Treated Lumber — What's Up with That?
    Here's an interesting discussion about the durability, fastener compatibility, and other properties of acetyl treated lumber, such as "Accoya," with some useful links to more. January 2, 2014

    Adhesive Choice for a Maple Scarf Joint
    A challenging problem: what adhesive to choose for a long scarf joint in a Maple drum that gets some stress from movement. January 20, 2010

    Building Your Own Spray Room -- On a Budget
    Technical advice and alternatives for a small operator building a new shop. February 25, 2005

    Controlling Powderpost Beetles in Stored Lumber
    Heat plus good hygeine are the standard recommendations, but this discussion also considers some alternative notions. November 14, 2009

    Anyone Using HDF PLUMA Ply?
    10/22/2014

    Air-Drying Big Timbers Over Long Time
    If you plan to air-dry posts and beams for a period of years, here's advice on stickering, sawing over-size, end-sealing, et cetera. October 26, 2011

    Bubbles in Laminate on Steel Doors
    Troubleshooting a bubble issue with laminate applied to steel doors. January 24, 2010

    Ambient Humidity and Wood Moisture Content
    A problem of wood warping in a dry basement storage area leads to a discussion of temperature, relative humidity, and wood moisture. July 10, 2007

    Cupping, Bowing KD VG WR Cedar?
    More fun with wood moisture: Figuring out why some supposedly kiln-dried cedar boards cupped and bowed after being resawn and planed. January 26, 2008

    Clamping Pressure for a Hydraulic Cold Press
    A woodworker seeks advice on getting good pressure in his shop-rigged press, and a consistent glue line while glueing up 6x6 turning blanks. May 26, 2008

    Boosting a Solar Kiln with Propane Heat
    Thoughts on modifying a solar kiln with supplemental propane heat to kill bugs and set pitch. April 30, 2009

    Dollar Value of a Walnut Burl
    Walnut burls are extremely rare, but that does not mean they're worth money: the proof is in the sawing.October 26, 2011

    Advantages to Waterborne Finishes
    Waterborne fans tell a beginner why they like waterborne, and recommend their favorites. February 8, 2008

    Dehumidifiers and Lumber Storage
    A dehumidifier in the storage room will keep lumber at the proper moisture content, and will do no harm. December 6, 2012

    Cottonwood for Building
    Cottonwood has drawbacks, but it can be used. Here's more information. August 18, 2009

    Black Locust Fence Post Advice
    Here's what you need to know to prepare Black Locust logs for duty as highly durable fence posts. June 14, 2014

    Breathing Protection with Conversion Varnishes
    Finishers discuss respiratory health and personal protection issues relating to the application of acid-catalyzed coatings. October 27, 2005

    Air Supply Chiller Choices
    Thoughts on choosing a refrigerated air supply drying setup for the shop. February 20, 2011

    Characteristics of Utile Wood
    Expert info on that exotic African wood known as Utile. October 23, 2007

    Beetle Troubles
    Tips on dealing with lyctid (powderpost) beetles and the less troublesome anobiid beetle. April 27, 2007

    Choosing Wood for Making Lacrosse Sticks
    Hickory is the top suggestion in this discussion from the Sawing and Drying forum. December 1, 2005

    Adapting a Greenhouse for a Solar Kiln
    Thoughts on converting a polycarbonate-glazed greenhouse to use it as a wood drying kiln. April 18, 2009

    Bugs in air-dried ash
    Can a stack of ash be saved from an infestation of powderpost beetles? June 20, 2000

    Dealing with crooked logs
    What is the best way to saw logs with sweep or crook? May 30, 2001

    Aromatic cedar for closet lining
    A discussion of drying and machining, aromatic red cedar for closet lining. Includes ideas on marketing the finished product. March 4, 2000

    Conversion Varnish over Linseed Oil
    Tips for success with a conversion varnish topcoat applied over boiled linseed oil. June 18, 2013

    Drying a Large Butcher Block
    There are ways to dry a large one-piece block without checks developing. October 20, 2005

    Drying Heavy Oak Timbers
    Expect a lot of checks and cracks. October 2, 2005

    A Spalted Slab in a Wine Cellar
    Kiln-drying kills the fungus in spalted wood, and 60% RH in a wine cellar will not support fungal re-growth. December 6, 2011

    Black Walnut Sapwood and Heartwood
    A few striking examples of the color contrast between Walnut heartwood and sapwood. August 8, 2008

    Dry Kiln Operator's Manual
    A publication of the Forest Products Laboratory. August 22, 2003

    Air-dried oak for casework?
    Air-dried lumber needs to live in the environment it will inhabit prior to fabrication. 1998.

    Drying Hardwood Lumber
    A publication from the Forest Products Laboratory. August 22, 2003

    A Checklist for Drying -- Small Amounts of Lumber
    A publication from the Forest Service in PDF format. August 22, 2003

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    Still Can't Get To The Bottom Of This Pinhole Issue.
    09/30/2014

    Wing Back Chair Show and Tell
    A carpenter learning as he goes on a set of wing-back chairs shows his work, and gets feedback from a tough crowd. October 19, 2013

    Should a Moulding Mill Bring Sawmill Operations In-House?
    Here's a long, detailed, and authoritative examination of a moulding mill owner's proposal to invest in his own sawmill operation. April 20, 2011

    Sawdust as fuel
    Building a sawdust-fired boiler to heat kiln and shop. November 18, 2002

    Troubleshooting a Cupping Table Top
    Moisture-related wood movement works its bad voodoo again. July 15, 2011

    Tuning Up an Out-of-Whack Jointer Bed
    Pros ponder what could be causing a jointer to create a "belly" in every freshly jointed board. (In this case, turns out it was a misalignment of the infeed and outfeed tables.) April 27, 2007

    Quality Control in Cabinet Door Fabrication
    This conversation starts with a question about adhesive choices for frame and panel door construction, but broadens out into a discussion about the acceptable incidence of defects across a range of door quality measures. December 9, 2013

    What Causes Ring Shake?
    Speculations and discussion on science relating to ring shake. April 10, 2005

    Troubleshooting Wrinkling in Pigmented Varnish
    In jobs involving multiple coats and sanding between coats, pigmented conversion varnish can sometimes have a wrinkling or crinkling problem. Here, finishers try to figure out what can go wrong, and how to stop it. September 10, 2007

    Unstable Cabinet Geometry and Toppling Risk
    A furniture maker wrestles with the stability and safety issues of a tall, narrow freestanding cabinet with one heavy glass door. August 21, 2006

    Trouble with Catalyzed Varnish and an Air-Assisted Airless Gun
    Those pesky bubbles are back. Finishers help a colleague figure out why his new spraygun setup is not delivering the results he expected. May 24, 2006

    Ted {Please these posts onto the end of the earlier "creosote mystery" thread - thanks - Ted] -- Sawing and Drying Forum -- Reclaimed lumber
    August 18, 2009

    Spraying Doors in Vertical Hanging Racks
    A well-arranged rack system can speed up production dramatically. March 3, 2010

    Wax Finish for a Walnut Slab Table Top
    Furnituremakers discuss wax finishes. December 2, 2009

    Solar kiln glazing
    Best material choices for a double layer of glaze. April 9, 2003

    Wide Throat Bandsaw Mill Ideas
    Thoughts on the technical challenges of building a mill capable of producing up to five-foot slabs. November 3, 2010

    Troubleshooting Tacky Pre-Catalyzed Lacquer
    A finisher reports that white lacquer coats don't cure for days. Is it the 98% relative humidity, or a problem with the formula?October 26, 2005

    Spalting Tips and Tricks
    A question about how to get rid of a bad batch of spalted Maple leads to a nice discussion of different ways to spalt wood, with photos. April 15, 2012

    The Great Fisheye Hunt
    Three tales of finish fisheyes found and fixed, with ideas on preventing them. 1998.

    Two More Glazing Techniques : Stringing & Banding
    Using colored glazes, you can replicate some of the decorative veneer borders found on fine furniture. June 24, 2005

    Yield Loss in Ripped-One-Edge Lumber
    A woodworker who has ordered a delivery of random length and width wood ripped on one edge and surfaced on two sides wants to know how much wood he can really expect to get. April 27, 2007

    Why is Walnut Purple Sometimes?
    The purple color of some Walnut boards is natural. Here's more background with comments and observations from woodworkers. February 16, 2014

    Troubleshooting Checking in African Mahogany
    Woodworkers puzzle over unusual cracking in some African Mahogany rough-sawn stock. February 6, 2010

    Sap Content and the Seasons
    Despite rumors to the contrary, live trees contain the same amount of sap, summer or winter. July 28, 2012

    Whether to Use Reclaimed Pickle-Vat Lumber for Stickers
    An interesting discussion on the properties of old-growth lumber that has been used in a vat for brining pickles. June 13, 2014

    Tips on Working with Walnut
    A little advice for a cabinetmaker about to build a countertop using Walnut. October 11, 2012

    Working with Solid Ebony
    Tips on how best to handle this scarce and costly wood. November 10, 2006

    Washing Fresh-Cut Lumber
    Washing excess sawdust off boards should be no problem. But why not used compressed air, or just a broom? November 28, 2006

    Store-bought and home-built log trailers
    Suggestions on buying and building log trailers and loaders. (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) January 21, 2003

    Using Gel Stain as a Glaze
    You can custom-mix your own glazes using wiping stains, gels, and extenders (to modify open times). In this thread, experienced hands explain techniques. June 28, 2005

    Sycamore for a Post and Beam Frame?
    Beautiful as the wood is, Sycamore's tendency to twist makes it a questionable choice for timber framing. December 28, 2006

    Sawing to Prevent Tapered Logs
    Making the proper cuts in the right order, to produce flat, quality lumber. May 11, 2005

    Sawing Tapered Logs
    Tips for getting high-value lumber with either portable or fixed equipment. April 10, 2005

    Spraying Varnish on a Long Table
    Overspray is causing trouble with large tables that are too big to reach across. Here, finishers discuss ways to prevent or repair the problem. December 15, 2005

    2K Poly Versus Conversion Varnish
    Comparing two-component polyurethane with converersion varnish on practical terms. April 15, 2012

    Sawing a Cherry Log for Value
    Without a specific project in mind, a woodworker asks how to best saw a nice Cherry log in a way that leaves his options open. September 18, 2014

    Wood Movement After Re-Sawing
    It's common for boards to twist, bow, or cup after being re-sawn. Here's some explanation. March 4, 2009

    Spray-Room Temperatures for Conversion Varnish
    The chemical reaction that cures conversion varnish is sensitive to temperature. That's why manufacturer specs for temperature conditions during spraying and curing are important. June 18, 2013

    Spraying Water-Based Finishes in Cold Weather
    Here's solid advice on maintaining good temperature conditions for spray finishing, without wasting heating energy. December 15, 2005

    Solar kiln instruments
    Advice on controls for monitoring a solar kiln. October 2, 2001

    Wax to Seal Turning Blocks
    Thoughts on selecting and applying wax to preserve turning blocks during storage. February 8, 2008

    Wood weight and highway transport
    How to accurately estimate the weight of a truckload of air-dried lumber to assure compliance with trucking regulations. Includes access info for resources. August 1, 2000

    Sawdust Insulation for a Wood Drying Kiln?
    Theoretical cautions on the possible drawbacks, but a real-life success story. April 29, 2011

    Troubleshooting Warpage with Kiln-Dried Cherry
    Why did a load of Cherry boards warp in the kiln? May 16, 2008

    Slabbing a Large Diameter Burl
    Ideas include a modified chainsaw mill, or a two-person manual saw. January 25, 2005

    Sawing Elm with Off-Center Pith
    Off-center pith in a leaning tree is a sure sign of stressed wood, and the logs must be sawed with special care. May 11, 2005

    Worm Holes in Mahogany
    Worm holes aren't always considered as a defect in Mahogany, but they do leave you wondering whether the critters will come back. July 30, 2007

    Uses for Black Gum Lumber
    Sawyers discuss how to handle Black Gum wood, and what you can make with it. June 30, 2009

    Sawing Live Oak
    Hard as a rock, full of sticky gum, and it dries twisty ... what's not to love? April 21, 2008

    Using OSB for Stickers
    Sawmill pros generally frown on using oriented strand board (OSB) for sticker material. January 17, 2011

    Wood Doc's Video about Wood Moisture
    Here's Dr. Gene Wengert's video presentation about wood moisture content and wood behavior. August 16, 2012

    You say pecan, I say hickory
    Pecan lumber is usually sold as hickory. June 20, 2000

    Temperature maximums for dehumidification units
    and that's plenty. 1998.

    Sticker stain solutions
    A look at potential causes and solutions for sticker stain. July 11, 2000

    "Worm tunnels" or fungal growth?
    Strange growths on freshly sawn lumber turn out to be "fungal hyphae," not a tunnel made by worms or insects.June 4, 2012

    Sawing information resources
    Where the beginning sawyer can find the fundamentals. (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) February 12, 2003

    Using Green Stickers
    Dry stickers are better, but green could be okay for stacking boards for barn siding. March 28, 2012

    Veneer storage and rejuvenation
    Is an overly dry, low-humidity shop a concern when storing veneer? October 15, 2001

    Suitable Wood Species for Stickers
    Any type of wood works, but it's best if you dry stickers before use. May 20, 2011

    Treating Blue Stain on Log Cabin Logs
    Advice on cleaning air-dried cabin logs to remove blue stain. October 19, 2014

    When to Seal Log Ends
    If you delay too long before sealing, you may have to cut back the ends to fresh wood first. January 25, 2010

    Wood Moisture Content and Equalization
    Understanding how to evaluate wood moisture content when conditions have created a moisture gradient within the wood. April 11, 2008

    Sawing Hickory
    ... is not like a walk in the park. Here are tips that might make it a little easier. September 14, 2006

    Tips on Sawing Hickory
    Tips on sawing techniques for some nice Hickory logs. December 30, 2007

    Yellow Pine Pitch
    Heating yellow pine will set the pitch. December 15, 2005

    Working with "Green" Wipe-On Oil Finishes
    Tung oil is environmentally friendly in its own way, but drying times can be a problematic issue. July 3, 2008

    Waxing Green Lumber?
    10/23/2014

    Setting Pitch with a Solar Kiln
    If the kiln doesn't get hot enough from sunshine alone, try some supplemental electric heat. July 10, 2007

    Solar Kilns in Humid Climates
    Solar kilns work well even in humid climates, because heating damp air lowers its relative humidity. April 30, 2006

    Stained oak from supplier
    There are solutions for stained, milled, not-yet-dried oak lumber, but first , one must determine the cause of the staining. 1998.

    Tulip (Yellow Poplar) Color Fade
    A large slab of Tulip, freshly sawn, shows some striking and dramatic coloration. But what will happen over time? October 26, 2011

    Winter Walnut Steaming
    01/23/2013

    Modifications and Tricks with Small Bandsaw Mills
    You can do a lot with a small portable bandmill, if you apply some creative jury-rigging. Check out this extensive set of photos. July 18, 2008

    Rounding Issues with Woodweb's Lumber Calculators
    The rules are the rules. Rounding of board-foot estimates is handled differently in the hardwood and softwood lumber markets. December 12, 2008

    Milling Wood Flooring on a Shaper
    Extensive advice on how to make hardwood strip flooring on a cabinet-shop shaper. April 19, 2006

    Rubbing Out Wood Finishes
    Rubbing out a finish is the last step in finishing. The point is to remove imperfections, even out and smooth the surface, and establish a consistent sheen to the finish. Here's a detailed how-to from finishing maestro Jeff Jewitt. February 17, 2007

    Mahogany Finish - Custom Woodwork Finish for a Brazilian Boat Cabin
    Want to get technical? Read along with this conversation as a newcomer to finishing gets expert feedback on his evolving technique for refinishing a yacht interior in Brazil. April 29, 2012

    Glazing Advice for a High-Volume Shop
    Pros give tips on formulating glazes, simplifying the process, and pacing the work. March 18, 2005

    Finding the Value in "Low Grade" Wood
    A long and insightful discussion, with photos, about how to use (and sell) wood that is officially graded low. June 18, 2009

    Effective and User-Friendly "Green" Finish Coatings
    For quality and environmental benefits, tung oil is hard to beat. But this thread includes other suggestions, along with some valuable discussion. April 21, 2008

    Portable sawing rates
    Methods for charging, plus more on the business of sawmilling. January 21, 2002

    Poplar for a Storm Door: Movement Issues
    An extended discussion of the behavior of Poplar in an exterior exposure. Science says Poplar is suitable for exterior woodwork, but experience may indicate the contrary. June 3, 2007

    Opaque Finish for a 1920's-Look Kitchen
    Conversion varnish and high-quality latex enamel are the candidates. Here's a discussion. July 14, 2010

    Getting Into Flooring Production
    The owner of a rough lumber business has been getting a lot of requests for hardwood flooring. Here's a discussion of what equipment he would need to start producing it, and what markets he should cultivate in order to make money. November 13, 2005

    High Gloss Finishes
    Advice on formula choices (including automotive clear-coat urethanes), polishing methods, and finishing schedules for a drop-dead glossy clear finish. December 9, 2010

    Reducing finish overspray
    Methods, additives and equipment for minimizing this problem. October 30, 2002

    End Joint Splitting in Table Glue-Ups
    Here's a long troubleshooting discussion about splits that form at the end joints between boards in a round table top. August 29, 2014

    Fundamentals of Spraying Stain
    A finisher who's accustomed to working by hand gets advice on his first attempts at spraying stain. December 30, 2005

    Oil-Based Stain for a Bookcase
    A professional who has used lots of oil-based Minwax stain describes its characteristics. September 18, 2012

    FOB defined
    Origins and meanings of the term "freight on board." (Sawing and Drying Forum) March 23, 2003

    Eradicating an Insect Infestation
    A load of insect-infested reclaimed wood may have contaminated a whole operation. What to do? April 20, 2011

    Locust for Window Sashes?
    Locust is durable and rot-resistant, but it's not stable or easy to machine — so probably not the best choice for window parts. January 23, 2014

    Rx For Bending Wood
    Dr. Gene Wengert offers advice on bending solid lumber in production applications. 1998.

    Pecan vs. Hickory
    A wealth of information on these two very closely related wood species. July 5, 2006

    Evaluating a Down Oregon White Oak
    Sawyers advise a colleague on how to assess the quality of lumber he's likely to get from a White Oak that has been on the ground for two years. July 10, 2007

    Glue Bond Failure in "Mahogany"
    Tropical hardwoods may resist glue absorption, leading to failed bonds. Here are helpful tips on prepping the surfaces. December 2, 2006

    Marketing Spalted Pecan
    Beautifully figured spalted Pecan wood is a valuable material, but the niche market is a little tricky to sell in. May 9, 2007

    Finishing Guitars with Tung Oil
    Advice for a beginner on applying tung oil to a new guitar. December 31, 2005

    Green barn siding
    Making board and batten siding from freshly sawn lumber. June 19, 2003

    Electric vs gas mill
    Which is simpler and cheaper to run? (Sawing and Drying Forum) April 29, 2003

    Eastern Hemlock for Post and Beam Construction
    Beetle kill is taking a toll on Eastern Hemlock. Is the wood worth harvesting for timber framing? December 8, 2012

    Exterminating Insects in Furniture
    A table built from old wood previously stored in a barn now has "old house borers." The solutions are fumigation or heat. March 13, 2007

    Planing and Moulding for a Sawmill Operation
    Is it worth the investment for a sawmill operator to step up to more advanced solid wood machining? January 17, 2011

    How to move logs
    Creative and practical ways of loading, unloading and transporting logs. Illustrated. (Sawing and Drying Forum) March 23, 2003

    Harvesting and Selling Eastern Red Cedar
    A discussion of the potential market for Eastern Red Cedar logs, boards, or standing timber. April 24, 2014

    Glue Choice and Open Time for Veneer Glue-Up
    Veneering sometimes calls for glue that can give the woodworker a little extra time. Here's a discussion of glue choice and veneer gluing technique. November 24, 2007

    Lacquer Versus Oil Paint for White Cabinet Finishing
    Advice on spraying solid white cabinets. June 17, 2010

    Grain Filling: Old School Versus "High Tech"
    Extended thoughts on new and old ways to fill grain, without creating an artificial "plastic"" look. June 30, 2009

    Getting a Good Glue Joint with Cherry
    Hard woods may burnish on the planer, interfering with the wood's ability to take glue for good adhesion. Here's advice on dealing with the issue. May 11, 2008

    Overnight Shop Temperatures — How Cold Is Too Cold?
    Freezing and relative humidity are the prime concerns when you turn your shop heat off overnight. April 20, 2011

    Faster Method for Spraying Doors
    Finishers discuss how a small shop can speed up its door-spraying operation. June 10, 2006

    Milling Valley Oak
    Advice on getting some value out of a bodacious tree trunk from the hills outside San Francisco. January 17, 2011

    Intentional Spalting
    Can you treat logs with fungus and humidity to create spalting on purpose? Some say "yes," but it's more art than science. June 23, 2005

    Extending Wet Time with Pigmented Varnish
    Using an airless air-assisted gun and a pigmented varnish, a finisher has trouble keeping the large cabinets wet to avoid overspray problems. Here, he gets advice about formulas and tip sizes that may solve his problem. December 15, 2005

    Performance Issues with "Roasted Birch"
    The process of heating wood to 300°F takes a toll in terms of strength, durability, and workability. December 9, 2008

    Lowering Wood Moisture Content
    A woodworker has some lumber at 12% moisture content that he wants to dry down to 9%. Here are some quick and cheap ways to accomplish that. October 19, 2013

    Managing Shrinkage in Log Slices
    Advice for a woodworker who wants to make cutting boards out of cross-section pieces sawn from whole logs. January 29, 2009

    Powderpost Beetle Problems
    Here's a good description of a log house infested with powderpost beetles. February 9, 2008

    Installation Tips for Board and Batten Siding
    Nail location is important. November 28, 2006

    Humidity Control in a Kiln
    A kiln operator gets advice on airflow and humidity settings. April 27, 2007

    Film on finish
    Remedying a blush on finish which can be wiped off but reappears. September 25, 2002

    Finishing Doors
    Finishers discuss ways to efficiently spray large quantities of interior doors. September 11, 2006

    Gluing Up a Stack of Melamine
    Issues of adhesion and drying ability limit the choices of adhesive for laminating melamine. January 14, 2008

    How Fast Does Kiln-Dried Oak Regain Moisture?
    Advice on how to measure the increase in moisture content of wood stored in a covered shed after kiln-drying. June 13, 2014

    Moisture Variations in Dried Lumber
    "Wet pockets" in kiln-dried lumber, or occasional wet pieces of wood in a load of dried lumber, are an unacceptable defect.June 13, 2014

    Geothermal dehumidification kiln
    Can water piped from below ground help with dehumidification? July 24, 2001

    Heat Control in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Understanding how supplemental heating and the compressor's heating effect interact in a dehumidifier kiln. February 15, 2009

    Osage Orange Uses
    Osage Orange is prized for traditional bow-making and other valued uses. April 18, 2009

    Red Oak or White Oak?
    More info on a question that comes up often. October 12, 2007

    Managing Fungus on Cedar
    Advice on handling and cleaning a Cedar slab that wasn't properly dried and now harbors fungus. October 19, 2014

    Is Sweetgum Too Unstable for Flooring?
    Sweetgum is highly prone to movement. However, sawn thin enough and heavily nailed (and glued), it just might work as strip flooring. February 19, 2008

    Holding Mouldings While Spraying with Finish
    Thoughts on how to arrange mouldings for convenient spraying and drying, without bounce-back or overspray. November 12, 2006

    Gluing Up Laminated Timbers Using Green Oak
    Wood movement, clamping difficulties, and glue adhesion issues make this a problematic task. March 18, 2006

    Finishing Equipment
    Basic description of production line finishing equipment. November 11, 2008

    Finding a Use for Low-Grade Poplar
    A sawmiller has buyers for his clear poplar, but needs an outlet for the knotty material that's left over. April 24, 2014

    Heat Treating Wood for Overseas Shipment
    The rules for heat-treating lumber for shipment overseas are impracticable because of the likely damage to both the lumber and the treating kiln. January 12, 2015

    Mold on Southern Pine
    The wood doctor explains why Southern Pine supposedly dried to 18% moisture content would still support mold after being stacked inside a dried-in house under construction. January 25, 2013

    Ring Shake in Hemlock
    Hemlock makes good boards or framing lumber, but wood from trees exposed to grazing animals may be have structural flaws. July 12, 2005

    Finish Room Wish List
    Qualities of the ideal finish room (which most lack). February 18, 2006

    Lumber from Tree Branches
    Branch wood is stressed and unstable, but in some odd situations there may be value in it. October 19, 2013

    Moisture Regain in Dried Lumber
    Should lumber be end-painted after it's been dried? May 11, 2005

    Eucalyptus for furnituremaking
    A primer on this native Australian lumber. June 14, 2000

    Lumber Handling in Sawmill Operations
    Stacking and re-stacking lumber takes its toll on your time and your back. In this thread, sawmillers talk about smarter ways to handle lumber. October 20, 2005

    Lumber Degrade Above or Below FSP
    Is wood subject to degrade and defects above or below FSP?

    Jatoba and Ipe for Indoor Floors
    Are these Brazilian hardwoods good flooring material? June 23, 2006

    Moisture content of walnut -- and measuring it
    A woodworker seeks information about acceptable moisture contents for walnut used in furniture, and wonders what makes moisture meters tick. 1998.

    More on blue stain removal
    Is there a 100-percent-effective method for removing blue stain from pine? 1998.

    Kiln-drying energy: Too cheap to save?
    Sleep lost over the most efficient way to insulate a wood kiln will yield only lost sleep, not big savings. 1998.

    Eastern Red Cedar — How Dry?
    Eastern Red Cedar is easy to air-dry. But if too dry, it's hard to work with. May 27, 2014

    Machining Green Western Red Cedar
    Wet wood fibers do not machine cleanly. February 17, 2014

    Moisture Meter for Logs
    Advice on moisture meters capable of reading deep into logs. December 14, 2009

    Gross tally vs. net tally
    The difference between "gross" and "net" tallies in lumber processing is explained. July 18, 2000

    Night-time Reconditioning in Solar Kiln Operation
    The nightly humidity increase in a solar kiln is not harmful to the drying lumber, but helps to relieve stress. December 31, 2013

    Honeycomb Caused by Stickers?
    Do stickers cause honeycomb? Well, it could happen. December 6, 2011

    Planing Figured Maple
    Advice on avoiding tear-out damage when planing curly maple. December 12, 2008

    Preventing discoloration in rubber wood
    The two causes of discoloration in rubber wood, and how to avoid them. August 10, 2000

    Butcher Block Finish Dispute
    This long saga of a woodworker's difficulty with a customer who is dissatisfied with the finish on a butcher block shipped cross-country offers lessons on communication, contracts, and credit card company dispute resolution processes. March 26, 2010

    Can a Beginner Make a Living with a Portable Sawmill?
    Experienced sawmill operators counsel a newcomer on his odds of success with buying and operating a sawmill in a tough market — and describe what his life will be like if he tries it. November 16, 2010

    A Butt Log Identification Puzzle
    Are these logs American Beechnut, Red Elm, Butternut, or what? In this long and detailed thread, sawmillers discuss the characteristics that could be clues. November 16, 2011

    Adhesives and Methods for Very Thin Glue-Ups
    This discussion of how to glue up wide boards and re-saw them to 1/8 thickness includes some technical info and insight into glue types and the nature of glue bonds in wood joints. February 4, 2011

    Black Locust Timbers For Fence and Gate Posts
    A long discussion of Black Locust as a utility wood. October 1, 2009

    Cracks in log home logs -- and other warnings
    Cracks in logs used in log home construction are normal, but not necessarily desirable. August 10, 2000

    Applying oil-based polyurethane
    Brushing and spraying problems and options. August 25, 2003

    Contaminants in High-Gloss Finish
    Is dust causing the flaws in this otherwise mirror-shine finish? August 26, 2004

    Checking Concerns with Massive Wood Posts
    A custom home project calls for 15-inch-wide solid timber posts. Here's a discussion of the inevitable checking that will occur, and how to minimize it. November 13, 2005

    Building a bandmill from scratch
    Advice and examples concerning home-built mills. (From WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum) January 21, 2003

    Adding Dyes to Tung Oil
    Detailed advice on mixing and applying your own custom-tinted Tung oil toner. (Also, dispose of the rags with care.) July 3, 2008

    Dealing with Insects in Furniture
    Advice on heat-treating a Persimmon hutch that is being attacked by beetles. February 14, 2010

    Darkening Maple with Dye Stain
    A tricky stain-matching problem involving maple veneer and dye stain. October 14, 2006

    A Little About Applying Gold Leaf
    The ancient art of gilding can add a touch of class to custom projects. August 20, 2005

    Constructing with poplar
    Is poplar appropriate for building? February 6, 2002

    Causes of Shake
    Bacteria is what causes shake in trees. September 24, 2003

    Brushed Finishes for On-Site Work
    December 1, 2009

    Controlling Lacquer Blushing
    Humid environments sometimes make lacquer "blush." Here, pros suggest ways to minimize blush, and to correct it when it happens. August 30, 2005

    Dr. Gene Wengert - Giving Free Advice Became a Habit
    How Gene Wengert became the Wood Doctor, and how he helps woodworkers on and offline. July 16, 2002

    Adhesives and Gluing Methods for Cutting Boards
    A craftsman finds that his cutting boards are cracking at the joints. Was it the glue he chose, or the way he applied it? October 2, 2005

    Avoiding Raised Grain on Oak Using Water-Based Finish
    It takes the right schedule of spraying, drying and sanding. March 18, 2005

    Cypress or Spanish Cedar for Exterior Trim?
    Woodworkers discuss the attributes that make a natural wood suitable for painted outdoor trim applications. April 20, 2008

    Comparing White and Yellow Glues
    Differences may not correspond with color — the yellow coloring is not an active ingredient. December 2, 2006

    Door Gap and Outdoor Humidity
    A woodworker gets expert advice on predicting the moisture-related dimensional changes in a wood door, for purposes of calibrating the door gap to allow for the movement. October 11, 2007

    Blue Stain in Pine
    How big a concern is blue surface stain on softwood? June 12, 2006

    Air-Drying Systems for Large-Volume Spray Operations
    If you're spraying a lot, get serious about a clean air supply. September 14, 2006

    Bugs in Mesquite
    Bug lore from Mesquite country. December 6, 2009

    Bending Dowels Permanently
    Creating a lasting bend in a wood member requires steam heat. March 26, 2013

    Drying Rough-Turned Bowls
    Experienced wood-turners discuss how to dry and finish turned bowls without cracking them. August 23, 2005

    Aspen Wood for Cabinets
    It's soft, it's fuzzy, and it takes finish unevenly. Hmm... August 29, 2006

    Dealing with Shake in Hemlock Saw Logs
    Shake in a Hemlock log is a sign of bacterial damage, so sawing the log is probably a waste of time. November 14, 2009

    Cleaning Guns When Spraying Waterbornes
    Hot soapy water, then alcohol or acetone for drying (and don't let it stand around). October 14, 2006

    Drying to ISPM 15 Specs
    Wood for foreign-bound pallets and crating needs to be heat-treated according to International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) criteria. There's a strict standard and a verification requirement, so it's not a casual undertaking. August 29, 2006

    Allowing for Panel Movement when Finishing Doors
    If you assemble five-piece doors before finishing, seasonal drying shrinkage can expose unfinished wood. Here's how some finishers address the issue. March 26, 2007

    Dessicant Driven Dehumidifying Kiln?
    12/14/2013

    Controls and Venting for a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Advice on controlling the conditions in a dehumidifier kiln. August 1, 2011

    After-the-kiln powderpost beetle infestation
    Who's responsible for a powderpost beetle infestation, two years after the wood was kiln-dried? June 27, 2000

    Distinguishing Red Oak from White Oak Using Chemistry
    Sodium nitrite discolors white oak, but not red oak. Check out the picture. January 14, 2009

    Dipping Lumber Before Stickering
    A brief description of dipping lumber in fungicide and insecticide for short-term dead stacking before stickering to air dry. March 28, 2012

    Cherry in Timber Frames
    Thoughts on sawing and using Cherry timbers in the kitchen to add interest to a timber-frame home. January 11, 2007

    Delay in Milling Southern Pine
    If you have a supply of logs you can't saw up right away, what's the best way to handle them? January 12, 2015

    Buckled veneer is manufacturer's fault
    except letting the manufacturer hear about it. 1998.

    Drying small pieces in microwave
    You can dry lumber in a microwave oven, under certain conditions. 1998.

    Controlling Cant Checking
    Cants check as they dry because of uneven shrinkage. It can be controlled, but not completely prevented. July 28, 2006

    Causes for warpage after planing
    Why boards may warp after surfacing. January 16, 2001

    Casehardening explained
    The Wood Doctor describes casehardening, its causes, and cure. July 18, 2000

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    Start-Up Manufacturing Millwork
    It's harder than a beginner might think to make money producing mouldings on a shoestring. Old hands discuss the hard truths in this thread. April 4, 2011

    Table Top Quality Control
    Here's a long discussion on table top assembly, covering grain orientation, clamping, and other quality issues, with some entertaining and informative pictures. December 8, 2012

    Troubleshooting Cupped Flooring over a Heated Slab
    Here's a long discussion about cupped wood flooring over a slab. aJune 12, 2014

    Woodworking 101: The Basics
    and shows how it can affect various production operations. 1998.

    Troubleshooting a Wrinkling Problem
    A clear conversion varnish sealer is wrinkling in a few spots over an oil-based stain. What's the problem? July 11, 2013

    Tips for Shipping and Selling Lumber Nationwide
    This discussion about the factors that affect shipping rates takes an interesting detour into sales psychology. February 4, 2011

    Stain Mixing, Wood Tones, and Color Theory
    Starting with the basics, a cogent explanation of how to mix pigments and stains and how to use them to the desired effect on wood. May 18, 2010

    Troubleshooting a Chainsaw Mill Motor
    Chainsaw's getting cranky when it's running hot — what's up with that? Find out here — this forum knows chainsaw motors. April 20, 2011

    Troubleshooting a Peeling Waterborne Finish Job
    Glaze and water-based topcoat peel off an old urethaned tabletop. Pros weigh in on the diagnosis. July 8, 2005

    Staining Black Walnut
    A detailed discussion on staining kiln-dried Walnut. November 14, 2009

    What is heart pine?
    History and how heart pine is defined today. October 30, 2003

    Swing-Blade Mills Versus Bandsaw Mills
    An extended discussion of the capabilities of both portable sawmill types, and some info on how to extend the swing-blade mill to handle super-sized logs. June 27, 2006

    Spraying Conversion Varnish with an HVLP Gun
    Old hands walk a beginner through the basics of mixing, thinning, and applying conversion varnish. A good introduction. February 14, 2006

    Swing Blade Safety
    How dangerous is a swing blade sawmill? Operators kick the topic around. June 30, 2007

    Trouble with a Translucent White Finish
    White flecks are separating out of a heavily thinned white pigment finish. Finishers try to troubleshoot. May 17, 2005

    Sawmilling, Work, Love, and Money
    Here's some thoughtful discussion about work, the love of work, and the value of money, set off by a posting from a guy who misses his sawmill. January 25, 2010

    Walnut Slab Table Top Finishing Tips
    Woodworking and finishing tips for a craftsman working on a Walnut slab table. January 8, 2010

    Sealing Maple Plywood Before Staining
    A beginner asks for advice on a hand-applied seal coat for maple plywood to allow even staining with a brushed top coat. March 25, 2007

    Setting Pitch in Douglas Fir
    Temperature and time for setting pitch. February 28, 2004

    Uneven Sheen with "Dull" Conversion Varnish
    May 15, 2012

    Shellac over Casein — Bubbling and Adhesion Problems
    Finishers try to troubleshoot a performance issue with an unusual custom art finish: milk paint and shellac on furniture. February 13, 2009

    Touching Up Scuffed Conversion Varnish on Baseboard in the Field
    Tips for a pesky but manageable on-site repair: touching up scratched CV varnish on baseboard in a newly carpeted house. March 13, 2009

    Sawing and Hewing Timbers in the Bush
    For a project in Africa, advice about working timbers for framing. November 25, 2008

    Sand-Through Finish Strategies
    Pros kick around ideas for a layered, sand-through finish for a multi-colored beat-up appearance. March 29, 2006

    Urban Tree: Wasted Opportunity?
    A photo of an Elm tree about to be chipped on the National Mall in D.C. sets off a discussion of the value (subjective and market) of urban trees and yard trees. May 11, 2011

    Solvent-Borne Stains with Water-Borne Top Coats
    A question about a tricky finishing challenge leads to a discussion of staining, glazing, and toning techniques. December 29, 2008

    Staining Poplar Trim to Match Existing Stained Maple
    Poplar is usually a paint-grade trim material. But here, finishers discuss using washcoats and dye stains to persuade Poplar to stain evenly. September 10, 2007

    Troubleshooting Pre-Cat Cracking
    Heavy cracking in a pre-catalyzed varnish finish appears to indicate too thick a build. March 26, 2009

    -What is a Board Foot?
    Explanation and glossary of lumber terms by Professor Eugene Wengert. May 2, 2001

    Spray Technique for Chairs
    Wooden chairs challenge the spraygun operator with their many complicated surface orientations. Here, experienced pros advise on how to achieve a uniform coat without roughness or drips. April 19, 2006

    Spraying "Wiping Stains"
    Here's a method for fast, even spray application of wiping stains by thinning 5-to-1 with naphtha. June 4, 2012

    Yet Another Look at Solvent Pop
    Another cabinet finisher struggles with solvent pop. July 11, 2009

    Quality Expectations for Bandsaw-Milled Lumber
    Sawmillers chime in on whether wavy cuts and thin ends are acceptable in walnut boards. June 28, 2006

    Spray-Applying Wiping Stains
    Practical and economical ways to quickly apply wiping stains, with some related tips. November 15, 2010

    Staining Maple: Blotchiness Versus Lightening
    Here's advice on how to combat Maple's tendency toward blotchiness, while avoiding the lightening effect of using a washcoat or sealer coat. July 3, 2008

    Tung Oil for Table Tops
    Tung Oil is not the toughest coating, but it's easy to maintain and repair. July 28, 2008

    Thick Slabbing Versus Edging
    Sawyers debate the decision: saw and edge for grade, or start by slabbing to create a square cant? Many factors enter into the choice. August 21, 2006

    Using Wood in Raised Garden Beds
    What kind of wood (if any) is suitable for garden beds? November 28, 2006

    Slow Curing Times with Post-Cats
    A finisher gets some feedback about why post-cat primer and varnish may be taking too long to cure. May 2, 2011

    Troubleshooting Planer Chatter Marks
    A pressure bar set too high may be the source of chatter marks on planed boards. May 28, 2006

    Spray Room Cleaning and Hygeine
    For a quality finish you need a clean shop and spray room. Here's advice on getting there. January 2, 2012

    Shellac and Alcohol
    Here's a little detail on thinning shellac, with a discussion of the fine points of various alcohol varieties. February 12, 2007

    Staining Cypress Mouldings On Site
    Advice on stain selection, wood filler choices, and more for finishing Cypress trimwork. December 28, 2006

    Using Pigments for Glazing
    A discussion of mix-your-own glaze techniques, covering binders, solvents, and pigments. April 9, 2007

    Steam bending and lamination
    Switching from glulam to steam bending of curved furniture parts. July 22, 2003

    Spiral Versus Fluted Dowels
    Is either one better? The question sparks a discussion of how dowel joints work. March 20, 2007

    "Water Oak" Versus "Pin Oak"
    Locally common names for Oak varieties can cause confusion. Here's a discussion of some Oak tree varieties and some information on their characteristics. February 9, 2008

    Troubleshooting Veneer Splits And Pops
    Glue type and humidity changes could be the source. April 14, 2005

    Wrinkling Conversion Varnish
    Why is CV wrinkling with dark colored stains? June 21, 2004

    Typical Lumber Thickness Variation
    Rough sawing produces lumber of variable thickness that has to be planed to finish dimensions. But how much variation is normal — and what causes it? May 13, 2013

    Sawing "Select" Graded Lumber from Tie Logs
    A discussion of grading standards for "select" hardwood lumber, and whether it's a good buy as byproduct from sawing railroad ties. February 4, 2011

    Young Manufacturing's -- Co-Generation Alternative
    The feasibility of wood waste reuse. December 17, 2001

    Wood Handbook -- Wood as an Engineering Material
    Information on engineering with wood, properties of wood and designing with wood. September 28, 2002

    Value of Walnut Sawlogs
    What is a nice standing walnut tree worth as saw timber? That depends on many factors. January 11, 2007

    What's a Tough Top Coat Over Tung Oil?
    Tung oil gives a deep, rich tone to fine wood. But how do you protect it from occasional water spills? March 30, 2008

    Solar Kiln Collector Design
    Keep it simple: as long as the wood is protected from direct sunlight, painting the kiln interior black works as well as more complicated heat-absorbing rigs. July 28, 2006

    Sawing a Black Walnut Root
    The lower stump and root of a big walnut tree can yield beautiful figured wood, but the work is a huge hassle. January 27, 2008

    Ten Tips for Fine Finishing
    Follow these ten pointers and watch the quality of your finishing improve. 1998.

    Quarter-sawing on a Swing-Blade Mill
    Quarter-sawing problems, solutions, and ideas. August 31, 2009

    Solid Poplar Versus Laminations for Door Stiles
    Solid poplar has a good track record for door construction, but LVL stave cores may have their own advantages. June 8, 2008

    Spraying Both Sides of Cabinet Doors
    Finishers describe table and hanger systems that allow them to spray all sides of a set of doors in a single efficient operation. October 16, 2012

    White Oak for Log Homes
    Advice on sawing White Oak timbers for log-home construction. May 18, 2010

    Slabbing with a Chainsaw
    Advice on low-tech slabbing methods, to rescue a nice log from the burn pile. January 2, 2012

    Tips for a Non-Blotchy Maple and Birch Finish
    To your tool-kit for avoiding blotchiness in hard-to-stain woods, add this: "solvent soaking." September 26, 2006

    Test for Moisture when Installing Hardwood Flooring
    "Acclimating" flooring in the house before nailing down is not a sure-fire precaution. You should also provide a vapor barrier, and test the flooring, subflooring and slab for proper moisture content. December 26, 2006

    Slowing Planer Feed Rate
    Advice and cautions on ways to slow down the feed rate of a planer. November 27, 2007

    Success with Finicky Polyurethanes
    Some polyurethanes require just the right touch, and even an experienced finisher may experience runs, orange peel, or other problems. May 16, 2014

    Sawing Slabs from Huge Down Tree Stumps
    This particular big old dead Cottonwood stump may not be worth the effort. But here's some good advice on how to break a big, hard-to-manage log up and get good-sized slabs and burls out of it. June 19, 2012

    Staining Racks for High Production
    Ideas for racking systems for high-volume staining of sawn wood members. June 30, 2014

    Slab Photo Essay
    A tour through the nice slab collection of an urban tree salvage aficionado. April 30, 2009

    Sawing Cherry for Quality
    Sawmillers advise on how to get the best quality lumber out of a Cherry saw-log. July 30, 2007

    Sawmill Dust Collection
    Descriptions, explanations, and pictures of dust collection systems for small sawmills. November 3, 2010

    UV-Cured Finishes for Fast Production
    Ultraviolet-curing finishes may be the best answer for high volume with low emissions and quick turnaround. March 30, 2008

    Steam Bending Alder
    Pondering whether to steam-bend alder for a curved shutter frame, a woodworker hears that other woods, or other methods, may meet his needs better. April 21, 2011

    White Pine Versus Yellow Poplar for Interior Paneling
    A bandsaw mill owner gets advice on which wood species to use for interior wall and ceiling paneling. October 19, 2014

    Worm Holes and Lumber Grading
    Bug holes aren't a lumber defect in everybody's eyes — it all depends on your market. Here's some info about how grading standards account for insect damage. December 9, 2010

    Tweaking Viscosity for Good Flow-Out with Conversion Varnish
    Getting a CV to behave right takes a delicate balance between thinner proportions and gun tip size. Here, pros describe the trial-and-error process they use to get it right. December 1, 2005

    Sapwood and heartwood
    Questions on sapwood and heartwood of pecan and hickory, and how-to instructions for quartersawing. April 4, 2001

    Timber Framing with Yellow Poplar
    Advice on using Poplar or other woods in a timber frame for a house. December 6, 2009

    White Pine for Stick Framing
    A few facts about the standards relating to the use of White Pine as house framing lumber. November 3, 2010

    Topcoat Adhesion over Stain Markers
    Stain markers can interact with finishes, as this example demonstrates. November 12, 2006

    Thinning Enamel Paint
    Thinning paint for spraying has gotten a little tricky now that the solvent content of the paints themselves has been cut back by regulations. May 7, 2007

    Using Beech to Build Cabinets
    It's a beautiful wood, but is American Beech too unstable for cabinets? Not necessarily, say those who've tried it. August 21, 2006

    Straight Line Rip Saw Accuracy
    A discussion of ripsaw cutting tolerances (most variation is caused by natural variation in the wood). June 28, 2006

    Treating Soft Wood to Reduce Tear-Out when Turning
    Soaking the piece in a sizing or finish solution can stiffen the material for cleaner turning results. November 27, 2007

    Spraying Satin Polyurethane with an Entry-Level Gun
    Can a beginner get decent results spraying poly with an "El Cheapo" gun? Pros chime in with advice. May 17, 2005

    Stain in Maple -- Prevention and Cure
    An explanation of why maple wood stains, ways to slow the process down, and how to bleach stains out. July 28, 2006

    Troubleshooting Sheen Variability
    Finishers discuss the subtleties of attaining even sheen in a pre-catalyzed lacquer topcoat. September 11, 2006

    Troubleshooting Low Humidity During Conditioning
    A cold spot or air leak in the kiln can prevent the air from reaching the target humidity for conditioning. June 13, 2014

    Ways to Estimate or Calculate Board Feet
    Rule of thumb gets you pretty close, and even methods involving careful measurement are susceptible to basic arithmetic errors. January 11, 2007

    Using PEG for dimensional stability
    The discovery and use of PEG for stabilizing previously unseasoned lumber. 1998.

    Value of a Skid-Steer for Sawmilling
    A skid-steer at a good price is a smart investment for a bandmill operator. April 10, 2007

    Sawing Dawn Redwood
    A discussion of the characteristics of lumber sawn from Dawn Redwood. March 28, 2010

    Storing (and Flattening) Veneer
    Veneer should never be stored rolled up, or in hostile conditions. If it has been, however, here is advice on re-flattening any that survives. July 14, 2010

    Spraying White Lacquer
    Advice on mixing thinner and retarder into lacquer and primer for good coverage without runs. June 18, 2010

    Troubleshooting Blade Wandering
    Tooth set and tension are factors to look at when a blade wanders shortly after entering the log. October 25, 2006

    Wood Species for Exterior Projects
    Suggested wood choices for a set of garage doors. March 18, 2006

    Spray Equipment Basics
    Finishers discuss basic choices for a spray setup. October 18, 2005

    Salvaging Downed Timber
    The sooner you saw, the better, but some trees can still yield valuable wood after years on the ground. March 26, 2013

    Walnut Substitute for Handrail Work
    Should a stair builder use Walnut for a custom handrail, or look for a suitable alternative? September 23, 2008

    Waterborne Finishes Versus Solventborne Lacquer
    Struggling with the application and quality issues encountered when switching to waterborne formulas for health and safety reasons. June 8, 2011

    Which finish to use?
    Various options for topcoats, and what specific problems each can help to solve. March 20, 2001

    What Good Are Small Walnut Logs?
    Sawmillers discuss what sort of useful product you can make out of 10-inch diameter Walnut logs. February 17, 2012

    Wood Identification Problem (Western Walnut)
    Sawmillers discuss the differences among Eastern and Western varieties of Walnut (and Butternut). January 2, 2012

    Steaming Walnut
    If you do it properly, steaming walnut brings color to the sapwood without destroying the figure in the heartwood. May 11, 2005

    Supporting Doors for Spray Finishing
    More tips on how to sit, stand, rack or stack cabinet doors while spraying them. April 21, 2007

    Seeking a sweeter-smelling finish
    Potential sources for less noxious finishing materials. November 29, 2000

    Using a Green Timber as a Girder
    Issues to be aware of when using green or partially-green softwood timbers as structural beams. November 28, 2006

    Will Stacked Lumber Gain or Lose Moisture?
    Lumber in storage may gain or lose moisture, but very slowly. Wrapping the pile in plastic will slow or stop the moisture change. March 29, 2006

    Water-tolerant Substrates
    The right material will resist edge swelling under laminates. May 4, 2005

    Sawmilling: Thickness guidelines
    Differents customers want boards sawn to different thicknesses--what are the standards? August 12, 2001

    Sawing Old Down Logs
    A sawmiller gets advice on whether to saw storm-downed trees that have been on the ground for several years. December 12, 2008

    Troubleshooting Snipe when Running Flooring
    Experts advise on causes and cures of moulder snipe. November 26, 2008

    Tricks for sanding things smooth
    Tried and true techniques for sanding and oil finishing. January 24, 2001

    Sawing Sweet Gum
    Thoughts on how to cope with Sweet Gum's warping ways. January 8, 2010

    Setting Pitch in a Dehumidifier Kiln
    DH kilns may not reach the temperatures required to set pitch in wood. Be careful of CO poisoning when supplying supplemental heat. December 11, 2007

    Wood-Graining a Vehicle
    Advice on applying a faux wood-grain look as part of an auto-body finish. October 28, 2005

    Water-Based Finishes for a Straw Board Product
    Advice on how to seal before staining, to minimize swelling and grain raise. October 2, 2005

    Wood Dust, Spray Finishes, and Lung Function.
    A cabinetmaker who finishes his own pieces asks whether anyone else feels shortness of breath. Fellow woodworkers chime in with advice on pulmonary health and the cabinetry trade. November 21, 2005

    Quality of Southern Grown Oak
    Though slightly different from northern wood, it's suitable for furniture. July 12, 2005

    Steaming beech for veneer production
    Questions and answers on various technical aspects of steaming beech lumber, preparatory to producing veneer. Includes ideas for further reading.

    Spraying Oil Paint with a Pressure Pot
    Some finishers get good results with oil by over-thinning. August 12, 2014

    Sawing on Shares
    When is it worth it to saw logs for a share of the boards? May 14, 2006

    Weight of Eastern Red Cedar
    Information on calculating the weight of Cedar lumber. January 8, 2010

    Tear-Out Problem When Machining Flooring Ends
    Ideas for stopping the wood from tearing out when the cutters get close to the edge. November 27, 2007

    Waiting Period Before Sanding Doors after Glue-Up
    Wood porosity and moisture content can influence the time needed for a cure in PVA glued joints before sanding a door. October 16, 2013

    Sanding, Planing, and Stain Matching
    Sanded wood and planed wood take stain differently. For a good match, prep all the wood the same way. February 12, 2010

    Usefulness of Alder Wood
    but it has its own good and bad points. June 28, 2005

    Treated Cypress Options
    A discussion of surface coatings, preservative treatments, and natural decay resistance of Cypress used for outdoor shutters. July 12, 2008

    Slabbing a Large Cherry Trunk
    Advice on getting the best from a large Cherry tree growing in the courtyard of a home. December 31, 2012

    Safe Time for Tight Stacking
    How long can you safely "dead stack" wood without air spaces before stickering the pile? February 27, 2013

    Spray Adhesives for Plastic Laminate
    Adhesives labeled for use with "plastic" may actually not perform will with plastic laminate counter materials, which have a paper backing. February 14, 2010

    Wide Board Flooring Tips
    Advice on sawing, fastening and sanding wide board oak floors. September 15, 2006

    Salvaging Wilt-Killed Red Oak
    Burn the sawdust and bark, and kiln-dry the lumber. December 11, 2006

    Y-Crotch Lumber Examples
    Sawmillers show off a couple of nice slabs, and an example of a coffee table made from crotch wood. December 28, 2006

    Weighing Down Stacked Lumber
    Weighing down the lumber stack with concrete can help the wood dry flatter. June 16, 2014

    Thinning of Polyurethane
    Thoughts on thinning polyurethane for spraying. November 25, 2008

    Stored Lumber, Ambient Moisture, and Lumber Moisture Content Changes
    Kiln-dried lumber stored in a non-conditioned space will equilibrate with the natural relative humidity conditions of the ambient air. April 21, 2011

    Sawing Storm-Downed Walnut and Cherry
    Advice on recovering high-quality lumber from Walnut and Cherry trees blown over in a storm. February 14, 2010

    Sticker Thickness and Sources
    For good air circulation, stickers need to be at least 3/4 inches thick. Here are ideas on where to get them. October 25, 2006

    Value of Red Cedar Oil
    In large enough quantities, the extractive oils that drip out of Red Cedar and Juniper wood during milling have uses and commercial value. April 10, 2007

    Slow Drying and Curing in Refinish Jobs
    Troubleshooting the cause of splotchy curing, where some areas in a refinished piece don't cure or dry for a long time.September 3, 2011

    "True honeycomb" defined
    What is "true honeycomb" and what causes it? November 7, 2001

    Why We Saw the Pith out of Hardwoods
    Pith in hardwood logs introduces defects into boards, so it is usually sawn out of the lumber. December 6, 2012

    Shipping Dry Wood in a Green-Lumber Crate
    If the dry stock is wrapped in plastic, it should be fine. February 8, 2008

    Salt pastes and PEG
    Polyethylene glycol is high-priced, but the alternatives for stabilizing green wood are few. 1998.

    Troubleshooting "Milky" Appearance in Finish
    Diagnosis: the finisher missed the window for applying the topcoat. November 13, 2005

    Tips for Sawing Hickory
    Quick tips on getting good lumber from Hickory logs. November 8, 2007

    Quartersawing for Bows
    Whether for archery, a chuck wagon, or a fiddle, bow-making starts with quarter-sawing. October 14, 2006

    Working with Silver Maple
    Like Red Maple, it's a type of Soft Maple. Machines easily, but with a tendency to fuzz. August 29, 2006

    System for Spraying Balusters
    Three ways to hang or prop balusters so that they can be finished on all faces before installation. April 19, 2006

    Wet Pockets in Infected Wood
    Bacterial infections cause wet pockets to remain in kiln-dried wood. Bad smells and other characteristic symptoms are described here. July 28, 2006

    Speeding up Yellow Glue Setting
    Heat and a clean, sharp joint will help with quick set-up. January 12, 2009

    Sweet Gum to Frame a Workshop?
    Construction may not be the best use for Sweet Gum: its beauty exceeds its durability. October 3, 2009

    Whether to Kiln-Dry Wood Before Turning
    A woodworker is advised to kiln-dry Osage Orange wood (also referred to as "Hedge") before gluing up blanks for turning bowls. October 19, 2014

    Sawing Big Log Butts
    Logs are denser at the butt end. Here are tips on avoiding problems. October 12, 2007

    Why Holly is Expensive Wood
    Very tricky to saw and kiln dry, holly yields small amounts of useful wood — and that makes it a pricey variety. April 19, 2006

    Time and Temperature to Kill Bugs
    Advice on heat treating for pest control. October 17, 2012

    Troubleshooting Grain Raise in Hemlock
    Grain raise can be addressed by tweaking planer operations. January 27, 2007

    Qualities and Uses for Sweet Gum
    A small sawmiller sees his first load of Gum wood, and gets advice about its value and how to handle it. June 22, 2005

    Watco Teak Oil Problem
    02/03/2015

    Working with casehardened lumber
    Casehardened lumber should be returned to the processor, or planed to the desired thickness; resawing is not an option. 1998.

    Variable Speed Fan Efficiency
    People do drive their kiln fans above rated capacity sometimes, but it's an inefficient use of energy. June 13, 2014

    Sinker logs: Cutting, use and grading
    A quick review of the cutting, use, and grading of lumber from sinker logs. June 20, 2000

    Sawing Sweetgum
    Sweetgum does not "gum up" blades, but it is prone to movement when sawn. March 13, 2007

    Setting the pitch
    The why and how of setting the pitch in heart pine. October 15, 2001

    Thoughts on sweetgum
    A quick primer on sweetgum. July 4, 2000

    Staining and Leaching with Oil Finishes
    Using natural oil finishes on bookshelves or clothing storage shelves is risky because the oil stays active and may stain your things. January 28, 2013

    Solar or dehumidification kiln?
    A discussion of the merits of two types of kilns for lumber processing. March 12, 2000

    Water Damage Discoloration at Base of Door
    Discoloration may or may not be repairable. December 24, 2009

    Spraying Logs with Insecticide
    Treating logs with bug spray before sawing is a bad idea, says the Wood Doc — ineffective as well as hazardous. October 30, 2005

    Sealing Logs and Cut Boards
    Basic advice on sealing log or board ends to prevent checking. November 28, 2014

    Whether to Wax Walnut Ends Before Steaming
    Advice on temporary outdoor storage of Walnut that you plan on steaming. October 29, 2008

    Yellow Pine for Mouldings
    Drying stability and machining problems make Yellow Pine unsuitable for fine woodwork. December 24, 2012

    Wavy East Indian Rosewood
    08/05/2012

    Rip First, Or Sand First?
    For an oak laminating shop, economy, efficiency and safety are all factors. April 10, 2005

    Future of Sawmilling
    Here's a long, conversational thread on the economics of sawmill operations and the big picture of the general economy. August 31, 2009

    Finishing Cost (In-House Versus Contracted Out)
    A cabinetmaker wonders why bids he gets to finish cabinets don't match his own cost to do the work himself. The question sets off a long discussion of cost, value, markets, and business strategies. May 17, 2010

    Organizing Logs and Flitches for Bandmill Operation
    Here's a long thread on bandmill workflow: stacking and laying out logs and flitches for loading, edging, sawing, and off-loading efficiently. June 18, 2010

    Finding Good Finishing Help
    Tactics for attracting finishers, perhaps the industry's most difficult "get." December 26, 2004

    Rates for custom milling
    An extremely detailed look at different systems of charging for custom milling. May 30, 2001

    Production Tips, part three
    Part three of three from Woodworking International Magazine, offering proven ideas for increasing efficiency in production shops. 1998.

    Production Tips, part two
    Part two of three from Woodworking International Magazine, offering proven ideas for increasing efficiency in production shops. 1998.

    NC lacquer for kitchen cabinets
    Why shouldn't this old standby be used? March 23, 2003

    Flattening boards with a planer
    Methods for planing warped wood flat. September 25, 2002

    Pros and Cons of Waterborne Finishes
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    Gluing face frame joints
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    Pump Action Causing Micro-Bubbles in Polyurethane Finish
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    Outdoor wood furnaces
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    Eliminating Wood Problems -- An Industry Review: 10 Ways of Eliminating Wood Problems
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    Preventing Cupping in a Wide Board
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    Repairing Cracks in Old Church Pews
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    Expanding portable sawmill business
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    Maple Hassles
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    How To Spalt Wood
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    Finish room heating
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    "Hand Rubbed" Finishes for Furniture
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    Making Your Own Wood Shakes or Shingles
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    Flattening a Long Plank: Planer Versus CNC
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    Fine Crackle Finish
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    Harvesting Urban Lumber
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    Planing Painted Lumber
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    Harvesting, Sawing, and Marketing Coconut Tree Lumber
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    Gang-Resawing Thin Strips with a Frame Saw
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    Less toxic alternatives to CV
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    Forced-Air Shop Heat Versus Radiant Heating
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    Making Money with a Sawmill Business
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    Hardwood Flooring and Millwork -- Finishing Options
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    Putty for Nail Holes in Windows and Trim
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    Faux marbling
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    Puddling of NGR Dyes Over a Sealer Washcoat
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    Options for heating a finishing room
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    Eliminating Snipe on Mouldings
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    Epoxy for Joinery in the Marine Environment
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    Indoor Wood Shrinkage and Expansion
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    Gel Stain Pros and Cons
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    Milling Big Logs and Root Balls
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    Minimum Finish Room Space for a Small Shop
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    Finishing Before Assembling — Tips and Tricks
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    Hard Paint Finish on Plywood Cabinet Interiors
    A first-timer gets advice on applying paint to cabinet interiors. December 14, 2009

    Post-Catalyzed Lacquer Cure Time
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    Entry Door Ideas for a Jacuzzi Building
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    Malachite: Another Decorative Faux Finish
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    How to Make Historically Accurate Curved Window Frames
    Advice on whether (and how) to steam-bend, laminate, or "brick-lay" the parts for a reproduction curved window. April 22, 2014

    Heating Options with Catalyzed Finishes
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    Preventing Insect Infestation in Lumber Production
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    Lumber for Cabinetmaking: Air-Dried Versus Kiln-Dried
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    Getting the Best out of Large Sycamore Logs
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    Jointer Chatter Marks
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    Finish Turns White When Applied
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    Resawing on a Bandsaw Mill
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    Finishing Rack for Wood Doors
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    Re-Fortifying Ancient Wood
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    Lumber "Shrinkage Fee"
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    Paint or Matching Conversion Varnish?
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    Recognizing Curly Wood
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    Entering the Cut
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    Promoting blue stain
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    Log Size and Portable Sawmill Choice
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    Marketing to Outlying Rural Customers
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    Gnarly Maple Yields Awesome Figured Burls
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    Red Cedar Grain Patterns
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    Identifying an Oak Log
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    Lower Temperature Limits for Spraying Finishes
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    Painting Exterior Wood
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    Hemlock for homebuilding
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    Finishing Figured, Spalted Maple
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    Fill and Finish for an Inlaid Walnut Cutting Board
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    Port Orford Cedar — Milling Tips and Uses
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    Finishing Outdoor Teak
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    Is Pin Oak Useful?
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    Gang-Sawing Small Logs on a Bandsaw Mill
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    Pine for Furniture Drawers
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    Purpose of Back Relief Cuts on Mouldings
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    Protecting Sunken Logs from Degrade after Recovery
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    Milling Stumps and Roots
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    Removing Turning Blank Pith
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    Powderpost Beetles in Furniture
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    Large Volume Scragg Mill Operation
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    Modifying a Bandmill for Resawing
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    Producing a Rough-Faced Board
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    Gluing Veneer to Glass
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    How to Deal with Stair-Tread Glue Joint Failure
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    Heating Old Wood to Kill Bugs
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    Reclaimed Heart Pine Bleeding
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    Moisture Content of Western Red Cedar
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    Removing Urine Odor from Stored Lumber
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    Home-built solar kiln
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    Installing Crown with Fast-Drying Glue
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    Pecan Versus Hickory Wood
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    Green Douglas Fir for Barn Framing
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    Refinishing Church Pews
    Advice on cleaning and refinishing church pews using the original finish (probably a nitrocellulose lacquer). August 21, 2012

    Planer is tearing-out -- on white oak, but not red
    What could be the culprit when a planer is tearing out on one type of oak, but not another? June 14, 2000

    Peeling Failure of a Consumer-Grade Poly Re-Coat
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    Lumber Storage Area Advice
    Warm and dry are the desired characteristics. Here are some tips. May 21, 2009

    Low-Tech Finish for Wood Turnings
    Shellac and a spar varnish dip are two suggestions for a shop with minimal capabilities. January 4, 2014

    Infra-Red Tube Heaters
    Shop owners say gas-fired infrared overhead heaters work well, with good heat, quick recovery, and no worries about over-drying stored lumber. February 13, 2009

    Electrical Grounding for Metal Buildings
    Good grounding (and fire insurance) are prudent measures for a metal sawmill building. March 31, 2008

    Power Vent Systems on a Dehumidifier Kiln
    Comments on the practicality of automatic powered vent louvers on a dehumidifier kiln. March 31, 2008

    "Moon Ring" Defect in Oak
    Very rarely, some sapwood in a tree will fail to convert to heartwood, leaving the appearance of a light, bleached streak in the wood. March 13, 2009

    Gluing Treated Lumber
    Preservative treatments leave wood wet. But once it dries thoroughly, adhesives should be able to grip. October 2, 2007

    Green blushing in stained finish
    Possible causes and solutions for green blushing in an NGR-stained finish. 1998.

    Net measure vs. gross measure
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    Exterior Primers for Strong Adhesion
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    Large American Chestnut
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    Profit from Log Salvage?
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    Log End Sealant Cost and Alternatives
    Brand name log sealers are costly. Are cheap alternatives effective? October 1, 2009

    Resawing Tropical Hardwoods
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    Protecting Cabinets from Changing Humidity
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    Powder Post Beetle Infestation
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    Recommendations for Fans for a Kiln
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    Lumber Acid Content
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    Facts about PEG (Polyethylene Glycol)
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    How Varnishes Cure
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    Limiting Tear-Out when Planing Curly Maple
    Advice on dealing with the various grain directions in "curly," "birdseye," or "tiger" Maple. July 16, 2009

    Green white oak for fencing?
    Using unseasoned white oak as fencing for a horse pasture. August 10, 2000

    Moulder Feed Problems 2: Caused by Material
    A problem-solution checklist chart for correcting moulder feed problems. November 27, 2006

    Rotating Sawlogs on the Mill
    What's better, turning the log 90 degrees as you saw, or flipping it 180 degrees? January 8, 2010

    Filler for Mouldings
    Moulding installers discuss patching and hole-filling products. July 3, 2006

    Epoxy Setting Speeds
    Epoxy characteristics vary by formula. Some companies offer more than one hardener speed. Thorough mixing is key. December 2, 2006

    Rate of Wood Moisture Gain from Ambient Humidity
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    Moisture Absorbers for Protecting Wood?
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    Ironing Plywood
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    Moving Stickered Lumber
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    Machining Problems with Red Pine and Southern Pine
    Chipped or torn grain from moulder or planer knives in Southern Pine is related to an over-dry surface. September 6, 2011

    Kiln dried: Better than air dried?
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    Gluing P-lam to P-lam with Contact Cement
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    Protecting Stacked Sheet Goods from Warping Under Infra-Red Heat
    In a cold shop heated by radiant infra-red heaters, you need to cover your materials so they won't get overheated on one side. May 28, 2008

    Moisture Meters: Correcting for Temperature
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    Preventing Glaze Cracking Problems
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    Moisture Content Percentage Explained
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    Maple Stain in a Kiln Load
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    Masking Off an Unstained Area
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    Marketing Small-Diameter Lodgepole Pine
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    Russian Olive Wood
    Russian Olive is considered a weed tree with few useful lumber characteristics. January 25, 2010

    Milling Hedge Apple
    Hedge Apple (a.k.a. "Osage Orange" or "Horse Apple") is a valuable specialty wood. August 31, 2005

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    Re: Advice on sawing different cedar species for air drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/12) -- How far off the ground are you stacking the lumber? Right on the ground, or are you g ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/11) -- Let’s say you have a 12” wide Icee with 1” of cup. If you cut this in half to get two ...

    Re: River Birch mill thickness prior to kiln dry
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/11) -- Shrinkage in drying to 6% MC is about 7.4% on the average. A few pieces will shrink a ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/7) -- One of the main topics for the spring meeting this year is details about drying prior ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/5/23) -- Last fall I acquired a freshly cut cherry burl and set it off ground under a loose ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/31) -- Any relation to the vent of the dishwasher? Our dishwasher vents really hot moist air during ...

    Re: Newbie In Over My Head
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/28) -- While reading up on drying methods, I came across solvent drying (or solvent seasonin ...

    VT Solar Kiln Workshop 2019
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/27) -- Drying Lumber with a Solar Kiln We will hold a two day program on drying lumber with ...

    Re: Drying Red OAK 4X6 Green Wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- Until we had dehumidification power for the kilns (the early unit operated with Freon ...

    Virginia Tech: Vacuum Drying Workshop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/21) -- While vacuum drying has been available for many years and has been shown to reduce d ...

    Re: Finishing Room Size
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/20) -- I have drying racks outside of the booth. I have a long cart in the booth for placing items o ...

    Re: More on Steam Bending
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/18) -- I'll try to come back with some pics after I teach the class next month. I believe th ...

    Re: Drying 5/4 White Oak, TDAL won't equalize
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/18) -- Wouldn't loading half a charge in the kiln slow the drying process and cause uneven d ...

    Re: Large Scale Drying
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    Re: Large Scale Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/17) -- I can't think of anyone drying large Soft Maple squares but we have several customer ...

    Re: Drying 5/4 White Oak, TDAL won't equalize
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/17) -- The front probe is above the fan deck in front of the fan and the back probe is about ...

    Re: spray room layout
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/13) -- It's more about flow. When we added on to our finish building, I made a circular flow to our ...

    Re: drying to single digits p2
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/9) -- At 60% RH, the lumber's surface will dry to about 10% MC, but no drier. It will take m ...

    Re: drying a large cherry burl
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/8/23) -- There is a couple of different ways to dry it of course. Drying to fast or just dry ...

    Re: Target MC Reduction/day for Yellow Poplar
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/7) -- The Air Drying book you called 117 is a revision of an earlier publication. Many of t ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/3) -- Hello – I read Dr. Wengert’s response on the forestry forum regarding the issue of ad ...

    Re: Drying northern red oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/30) -- Carefully means very slow air drying is a sheltered location. Even then, it will like ...

    Re: Ventilation for drying shed... blow in, or out ?
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    Re: Steaming for the purpose of conditioning.
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    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/28) -- The color is determined, for many species, by the humidity used and the temperature. ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/28) -- my vote goes to air drying, more natural and carefree type of drying. ...

    Re: Newbie In Over My Head
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    Re: RE: Cost of Producing Red Oak & White Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/24) -- If you throw all expenses in, including labor, it would be rare to see sawing costs ...

    Re: Finishing an air dried stack
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/23) -- Hi Again - In the end I've constructed a solar kiln to reduce the MC in my old growth ...

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    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/21) -- I have to disagree with response #11 by Chris, who gives a link to swimming pools. Ki ...

    Re: mc of core/shell and equilizing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/20) -- I assume that you are drying hardwoods. I suggest that you use DRYING HARDWOOD LUMBER ...

    Re: 40 inch diameter log in solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/19) -- If you really want to do this, with the least headaches, you should go at it while it ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/17/22) -- This question is for either Professor Wengardt or others that have expert advice r ...

    Re: Has anyone used Red Grandis lumber?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/17) -- When we rip a piece of lumber and the two pieces are not straight right after ...

    Re: First solar kiln load results
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/16) -- 1. I assume that you appreciate that the drying rate is based on the RH, velocity and ...

    Re: First solar kiln load results
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/16) -- Thanks Gene .... particularly the maximum loss/percentage clarification ... sometimes ...

    Re: kiln drying sinker Caribbean heart pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/16) -- At this low MC (under 25%), your only concern is drying the wood too dry...that is, o ...

    Re: specific gravity/ wagner mmc220
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/15) -- The density that the Wagner meter uses is the green density. You do not adjust this ...

    Re: Kiln dried lumber moisture regain to ambient EMC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/13) -- > ... down to say 10% for material you wont >need/sell right away and then flas ...

    2015 VT Solar Lumber Drying Course
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/13) -- For those who would like to learn and share information in-person about solar lumber ...

    Re: Wax and Wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/12) -- Paraffin is the classic sealer for green wood. The wax must be heated very hot (just ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/11) -- I do not believe air drying will increase or decrease color retention compared to ki ...

    Re: RE: Table Making-- Best Method
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/11) -- Lumber in general will cup some, but some more than others. Kiln dry or air dry will ...

    Re: secondary heat source for solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/9) -- Doug, Your retirement idea is indeed a good one, BUT... You will get more income and m ...

    Re: Remove bark before or after drying large slabs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/8) -- Wet walnut is not subject to infection by the lyctid powderpost beetle, which is the ...

    Re: Remove bark before or after drying large slabs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/8) -- That's COOL set-up you got to dry in!!! I didn't have storage when I started....as a ...

    Re: Need advice about my bookmatched quilted maple
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/8) -- TN Tim has indeed stated the main issues. If you can find someone in your area that kn ...

    Re: Target MC Reduction/day for Yellow Poplar
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/7) -- I believe you mean FPL- GTR-118. I do not see the green moisture for yellow poplar in ...

    Re: Remove bark before or after drying large slabs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/7) -- Thanks for all the thoughtful responses. I will go ahead and remove the bark now whil ...

    Re: sawing a solid black walnut mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/7/22) -- Just my personal opinion but eliminating the pith is going to be your most stable s ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/7) -- I acquired (on eBay) two thick slabs of quilted maple which were sawn bookmatched abou ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/7) -- Bob seems like a nice guy, but he has no meaningful qualifications other than "i've been ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/6) -- Good Evening WoodWeb Community, I'm thankful for the ability to come here and seek ad ...

    Re: drying hickory
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/5/23) -- You did not cause any harm. The oil might slightly but not significantly slow down ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/5/23) -- The kiln process involves the drying of wood in a chamber where air circulation, re ...

    Re: Cutting Slabs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/4) -- I agree with Den about the liability, and you can't use a standard per-BF drying rate ...

    Re: drying pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/4) -- In most situations like yours, the risk is small. Slow drying is the problem, so make ...

    Re: Cuts for quartersawn logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/4) -- Pieces #1 - #10 will be very likely to develop side bend when drying, as one edge is s ...

    drying wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/3) -- I've dried a couple of loads in our kiln, the first being western red alder, then figu ...

    What Kiln Type is Best for Me? Alleghany Dry Kiln Club Spring Meeting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/3/22) -- Ever wonder about how a different drying technology might work for your operation? ...

    Re: drying hickory
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/3/23) -- The one year per inch is not BS. It is not necessarily accurate all the time but it ...

    Re: Kiln drying oak / Croatia
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/3) -- You might want to read DRYING HARDWOOD LUMBER, which is available on the Internet. Fre ...

    How straight should 10/4 oak be after drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/3) -- I just got in some 10/4 x random width x 14' kiln dried plain sawn red oak. Every boar ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/2) -- Sorry for the delayed response. By retention, I mean the normal retention of colors t ...

    Re: Drying 16/4 Walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/2) -- We sell a lot of wide, thick live edge slabs, particularly walnut, but some pecan and ...

    Re: Storing wood rounds/slices
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/1) -- It will not hurt them to be stored on edge.. I store all of the furniture lumber after ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/1/22) -- I keep a fan going on medium speed year-round in my wood drying area and i position ...

    Re: Finishing of redwood tables. Indoor use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/30) -- Russ - that's a nice looking table and very sturdy as well.... Blanchon Hard Waxoil contains ...

    Re: flash drying of improperly kin dryed stock?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/29) -- The energy is a microwave is not uniform. That is why most units have an option of a r ...

    Primer on Cypress not drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/28) -- Hello, we are priming some exterior woodwork and priming parts in the shop. It’s a cased doo ...

    CV & 3M
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    Re: Drying Red OAK 4X6 Green Wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/28) -- Tim, I think some of what I said got slightly misinterpreted. I'm not denying the fac ...

    Re: White oak crossgrain and better cutting.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/28) -- Just saying: I contract saw for a long established white oak sawmill with my mobile s ...

    Pinholes - Waxed Polyester - Help Needed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (12/27) -- Hi, I have recently started using a clear waxed polyester, and I have been having issues wit ...

    Re: Trying to solve a problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (9/27) -- MasterCabMan, Have you considered ValSpars Zenith waterborne products? You can get them throu ...

    Re: Hemlock board cupped at one end
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/26/23) -- sounds like you got a MC imbalance OR it wasn't as dry as you expected. A lot of v ...

    Live Oak Sandbox - Rot Resistance and Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/26/22) -- I am building a live oak sandbox for my kids, due to its rot resistance, but have ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (4/26) -- We are presently building a hay drying barn in northern Sweden, and since the ...

    Re: DRYING 8/4 SLABS
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/26) -- They should be ready by September 2021. I would be cautious about insects in air dryi ...

    Re: Mini Kiln questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/24) -- Do not worry about the roof angle. Thirty degrees or whatever you have is fine. Consu ...

    Re: Going over a nitro cellulose with a Precat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/24/22) -- Rich, my observation is that 40 minutes is the typical dry time for lacquer under normal c ...

    Maintaining MC After Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/24) -- If after air drying and solar kiln drying any hardwoods to the desired MC, can the wo ...

    Re: Drying Red OAK 4X6 Green Wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/23) -- Thanks Tim! I agree, you need proper joinery no matter what kind of project you are w ...

    Re: question about oak trees
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Forestry Forum (11/22/23) -- Yes, you need to dry the oak wood before using it for shop furniture. Sun drying is a viab ...

    Re: Flat Line vs. Conventional
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/22) -- 50 doors thru the machine takes 10 to 12 minutes per pass. give the doors time to cure out t ...

    Free Webinar, 8/26/2020 Drying oak And Maple
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/22) -- The NHLA is holding a two hour Webinar on drying oak on Wednesday 8/26 and drying har ...

    Re: too much clamping pressure - starved joints?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (3/21) -- " switch to epoxy and it will solve all of your problems" If the problem is due ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/20) -- We are in the process of reworking sash from a library at UVA. Our company has been reworkin ...

    Re: Drying Red OAK 4X6 Green Wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/20) -- Doublewide, as we say here in the country, you've got the cart before the horse....BU ...

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    Re: Walnut cupping after glue up.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (5/18) -- I will add my vote to the myth. If we have a piece of wood that is at a uniform MC and is fla ...

    Re: Drying 5/4 White Oak, TDAL won't equalize
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/18) -- Two comments... When loading a kiln with mixed MCs, load the wetter lumber first and ...

    Re: Drying 5/4 White Oak, TDAL won't equalize
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/18) -- Two comments... When loading a kiln with mixed MCs, load the wetter lumber first and ...

    Re: Water Content Of Hickory For Indoor Use
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (12/17) -- In the more than 40 years that I have been kiln drying lumber for industrial use (fur ...

    Drying Black Spruce
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/17) -- I am looking for information about drying Black Spruce...What would be a typical dryi ...

    Drying 5/4 White Oak, TDAL won't equalize
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/16) -- I've been drying with 2 new package kilns for the last 9 months, and as the supply of ...

    Re: Drying 5/4 White Oak, TDAL won't equalize
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/16) -- Measuring TDAL is extremely difficult Ina hardwood kiln. So, my first guess is that t ...

    MLC Pigmented Agualente Stacking Issues
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    Re: Door Joint Strength
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    Re: Drying northern red oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/14) -- I own and operate a Wood-Mizer sawmill. My experience with Red Oak does not have a lo ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (3/14/23) -- I make carved topographic maps from hardwood blanks using CNC (mysquaref ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/13/23) -- Hello all - long time reader - first time poster. I have a hobby sawmill and woodw ...

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    Re: what can i do to speed drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/13) -- thanks for the replies. i'm not looking to replicate an almost instant cure with a heat air m ...

    Re: what can i do to speed drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/13) -- Most 2K urethane manufacturers offer an accelerator that can be added to speed up drying and ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/11) -- Logs float normally. Sometimes they sink because of the lack of air bubbles within th ...

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    Re: Solvent/Chemical Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/8) -- I don't know what you intend to dry, but I assume it is a specialty product of some k ...

    Re: Solvent/Chemical Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/8) -- I don't know what you intend to dry, but I assume it is a specialty product of some k ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Solid Wood Machining Forum (1/8) -- I saw and dry Oregon white oak and other Pacific Northwest hardwoods. The color var ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/6) -- Brash wood (that is indeed its name, but some people say the wood is brittle) can be fr ...

    Re: Large Scale Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/4) -- I know a guy that does large, well massive actually, slabs of 3" thick stuff and ...

    Re: Kiln drying oak / Croatia
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/3) -- Good day and than You for reply. I'll surely look up for mentioned webinar & have ...

    Re: Moisture reabsorbtion
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/31) -- If you use oak for a deck, it will have crease to 12% MC on the average, if not expos ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/30) -- This is in Middle TN. The orientation of the shed is such that the wall on the right ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/29) -- Thanks, Doc ... Is there a typical target for the temperature differential between in ...

    Re: Drying Pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/29) -- Dca you check the info on temperature, humidity and velocity in DRYING HARDWOOD LUMBE ...

    Re: drying wood in a hot box
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/28) -- I forgot to ask what system are you using and how its set-up?? How are you prepping t ...

    Re: Solar kiln - questions regarding first drying run
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/28) -- 1. High speed all the time 2. Vents are opened to exhaust moisture and so they are no ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/28) -- 3, 2, 1 If you want the odor to remain and be strong, then you need to avoid drying o ...

    Re: Kiln Operation Help
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- I am not that familiar with Solar Kilns. Perhaps someone else that has experience wit ...

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    Re: drying spalted pine mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/25) -- I am giving a Talk here in Athens, GA in March...about understanding your DNA result ...

    RE: Hot box to dry wood
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/25) -- We have a hot box that we used to dry wood like a kiln, which is 4 ft. x 4 ft. x 8 f ...

    Advanced Drying Class, Nov 11-12, 2015 in Johnson City, TN
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/25) -- I will be conducting an advanced drying class in Johnson City in cooperation with the ...

    Re: Powder post or Ambrosia?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/25) -- The ambrosia likes or requires 30% MC and higher; oftentimes the literature says over ...

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    Re: Oak drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/23) -- i suggest air drying carefully first...open shed. This would be no less than 120 days ...

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    Re: Lumber Drying Workshop - March 11
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/23) -- If you go look at the forum listing on 1-27 called Advance Kiln Drying workshop you w ...

    Re: Moisture Content of lumber
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/20) -- We wnt to match the moisture content of the lumber during storage after drying, matc ...

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    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
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    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
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    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/19/23) -- Some wood suppliers really do prefer air drying because this process really dries ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/19/22) -- Some wood suppliers prefer air drying because the process dries out the logs even ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/17) -- I hope you studied this out prior to such a large purchase.....Large beams aren't fea ...

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    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/15) -- That is going to,look awesome when done. The only concern is insects, so heating it ...

    Re: Converting lineal ft cost to board foot cost
    A message posted at WOODWEB's WOODnetWORK Forum (10/15) -- For pieces that are narrower than 4", we seldom figure the BF, as it is rather meanin ...

    Re: Drying kiln using a reefer body and Nyle dehumidifier
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/15) -- I didn't go with the reefer body but something wider. The reefer body is awful tight ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (6/15) -- Anyone know where to find this plastic lattice drying rack stuff? Apparently it's used to ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- It is a long answer. Do you have Nyle’s book on drying? ...

    Re: Drying a slab using polyethylene glycol
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- Thanks, in fact I am trying to dry a piece of locust and according to your article th ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (2/15) -- I agree with Rich c. I would however add that if you are thinking of trying t ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/15) -- When lumber is dried, sometimes there are very small end splits...maybe a big split ri ...

    Re: Large Scale Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/14) -- We are not very concerned about color. Doesn't have to be white. We are already able ...

    Re: Large Scale Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/14) -- The wood will shrink about 1/4" in drying. Then add for twist, cup, bow and cro ...

    Re: african mahogany louver doors
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    Re: Choosing wood species for laundry rack design
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (8/14) -- Bamboo can be a good choice for products that are not affected excessively ...

    Re: Crazing help
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/14) -- Too late to say this but stay within a system. Oil base stain and water based coatings aren't ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/14) -- Does anyone know anything about drying a slab using polyethylene glycol? I have a sla ...

    Build your own solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/14) -- Maybe you have heard of the Marc Adams School of Woodworking in Franklin, IN. They ha ...

    Re: Drying Wet Plywood in a Boat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/13) -- Gene thank you for your message. If there is a more appropriate place for this post, ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/13) -- We have a need for large square molding blanks, 17/4 or thereabouts later to be mill ...

    Kiln drying meeting, Nov 1&2, Ohio
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/13) -- The Ohio Lumber Drying Association (DA), the Keystone Kiln DA, the Allegheny DA, and ...

    Re: Kiln dried lumber moisture regain to ambient EMC
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/13) -- So are you considering pre-drying your material down to say 10% for material you wont ...

    Re: Drying slab locust from a stump
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/13) -- Have you ever heard of using polypropylene glycol when drying something of this natur ...

    Air Drying Cypress
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/13) -- I plan to install 1-1/8" thick by 10" wide cypress boards (board and batten ...

    Re: air drying 1/2" red oak in a heated garage
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (2/13) -- Ed, To get the flattest material when stickering rough 4/4 lumber, it's bes ...

    Re: Ideal temperature / humidity for solid timber furniture
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (8/12/23) -- Cupping in solid oak tables can indeed be a result of fluctuations in humidity and ...

    Re: Can I dry wood too much
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/12) -- Probably little chance of over-drying, especially if you do not run the fans after th ...

    Re: the definition of insanity or spring time finish blues
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/12) -- I actually find 77F to warm to get a decent flow out of a finish without loading it up with s ...

    Drying Cypress
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/12) -- Gene, A major flood took down a large number of cypress tress near Wimberly Tx a few ...

    Re: Huge quartersawn oak problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/12) -- Tony We have been having this problem for the past 6 month's. And we haven't changed a ...

    Re: Huge quartersawn oak problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (3/12) -- it's not from sanding crossgrain, we are alway's sanding in the right direction with o ...

    Cure time for waterborne finishes
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/12) -- Hello fellow woodworkers- For the past eight years I have been building cabinets and furnitur ...

    Drying Wet Plywood in a Boat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/11) -- I was recommended I post on this site a question relating to drying marine plywood o ...

    Re: eastern white pine drying time
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/11) -- Do you have the Jim Catterick NEKDA monograph on Drying White Pine? It presents sever ...

    Re: Drying wood prior to using kilns?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/11) -- What encourages blue stain is slow drying in warm weather. The risk of blue stain in ...

    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/11) -- The first step and the key for any species is to split the wood in both directions-ra ...

    Re: Micro bubbles/pinholes - Kremlin System
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (4/11) -- from their data sheet: Resistant Catalyzed Pigmented Varnish should be reduced to spray visco ...

    Re: air bubbles on slab table
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/11/22) -- ???.....Did you blow out all the pores to make sure they were empty of fine sawdust accumu ...

    Re: Using air dried wood and warping
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (2/11) -- If all the tops are cupping concave upward despite alternating ring direction that ind ...

    eastern white pine drying time
    A message posted at sawdry (12/31) -- Does anyone have a typical drying schedule for premium white pine ...... ...

    Re: Vac pressed panels warping?!?!
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Architectural Woodworking Forum (6/10) -- Thanks Adam, I agree with you, as long as the glue is rigid spring back shoul ...

    Drying slab locust from a stump
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/10) -- I have a slab from a locust tree that I would like to dry and make into a table. The ...

    Re: casehardened chair seat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/9) -- The cup I got when drying in the kiln (and the cup I got from casehardening) made the s ...

    Drying shed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/9) -- I need someone else thought on this beside my own! what is best way orient drying shed ...

    Re: Drying shed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/9) -- I am going to build a "t" type shed and I am using the info. from the articl ...

    Re: Target MC Reduction/day for Yellow Poplar
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/7) -- Thanks Gene, I definitely referenced Air Drying of Lumber, FPL-GTR-117 (Seven), Octob ...

    Re: checks and flakes in white oak causing problems
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (9/7) -- Ray fleck is normal, and it is often considered to be desirable, as it is a type of fig ...

    Free Drying webinar
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/7) -- The NHLA is offering a free WEBINAR, on drying featuring me Ya dats a good one! as a p ...

    Re: Drying wood prior to using kilns?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/6) -- You can learn about this at Colonial Williamsburg, where wood was stacked and air drie ...

    Re: Dehumidification air speed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/6) -- Your square corners (walls meeting ceiling) are part of the problem. The air hits flat ...

    Re: epoxy vs glue
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (4/6) -- I've done minimal furniture and construction work, being mainly a musical instrument builder. ...

    Re: Air Drying Holly
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/6) -- Alcohol is not known as an effective way of stopping fungal growth in holly or any oth ...

    Drying maple cookies
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/6) -- We have a very large DBH maple that we are wanting to cut into cookies for a project. ...

    Vacuum Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/5) -- We've been looking at vacuum drying options for specialty hardwood slabs and timbers. ...

    Air Drying Holly
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/5) -- Hey Everyone, Recently my neighbor cut down an incredibly large holly tree and said I ...

    Re: UV cure of shellac?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/5) -- Hello Michael and Robert, Michael I do use moderate heat, and keep the air moving to speed the ...

    Re: sinker wood drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/4) -- The wood became sinker stock because the living tree had a bacterial infection. This ...

    Re: bubbles and extra fine tips
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (8/4) -- What wood are you spraying, and whose finish? Usually retarder solves the problem by slowing d ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Value Added Wood Processing Forum (4/4) -- It's been awhile since I started this thread. I wanted to thank everybody fo ...

    Re: Drying 16/4 Walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/4) -- I suspect, because of the slow drying and the size of the piece that it is not America ...

    Re: Drying 16/4 Walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/4) -- Hopefully it was well end coated, probably two coats. Do you know for certain that it ...

    Re: pin holes in finish
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (1/4) -- Finish that is showing micro bubbles is either drying too fast or coating is too thick and ...

    Re: Large Scale Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/4) -- Thanks, Fallguy. However, I can tell you for sure that up to 12/4 the lumber is relati ...

    UV cure of shellac?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/4) -- Hello All, Some 50 years ago I built an ultraviolet drying cabinet for an oil violin varnish t ...

    Re: Large Scale Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/4) -- I should add that the selection of the trees used and the sawing is not done blindly. ...

    Re: Solvent/Chemical Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/2) -- There aren't any commercial kilns using this method then? I looked around on YouTube ...

    Re: Drying kiln using a reefer body and Nyle dehumidifier
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/2) -- We had Nyle build a kiln just like this a year ago. It has 9 fans in it lengthwise an ...

    Re: Drying 5/4 quarter sawed white oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/2) -- Sounds too humid to me with three weeks of air drying. ...

    Re: casehardened chair seat
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/2) -- It's always been my understanding that case hardening is caused by drying wood too fast ...

    Re: Cerusing with glaze/ does a good water based exist
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (2/2) -- Thank you everyone for your suggestions, i will definitely be looking into all those products. ...

    Drying Rate
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/2) -- What would the max safe drying rate be for 8/4 Rift and Quartered white oak ? ...

    Re: Drying Rate
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/2) -- I developed the safe drying rates. I cannot give you a number for this. ...

    Re: Solvent/Chemical Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/1) -- I would think there would be a pretty high fire hazard risk compared to other drying ...

    Drying 5/4 quarter sawed white oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/1) -- We have have some 5/4 quarter sawed white oak that we have been asked to dry. I though ...

    Re: Steam Bending 2" thick walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (4/1) -- Aside from the steam learning curve and building the steam box etc., I just don't see h ...

    Re: Thickness standard for 5/4?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/1) -- Here is a quote from NHLA Rule Book: "Lumber should be properly manufactured of g ...

    Re: Pinholes - Waxed Polyester - Help Needed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (1/1) -- Hi Matt, Thanks for commenting. I have considered this and do need to run a couple of experime ...

    Re: wood kiln electric heater
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/31) -- Mark, the main thing is to be careful with the safety side of this...MOST DH units h ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/31) -- I have just recently built a kiln and use the Nyle 53 dryer along with the power vent ...

    Re: why is my butternut sapwood really hard & dark
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/31) -- We know that sapwood cells die almost immediately after they are formed. We know that ...

    Re: Moisture reabsorbtion
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/31) -- Thanks for your responses. It's mixed grain. We have it already, but want to change i ...

    Re: "off the stump" moisture content
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/30) -- While I was at Nyle, we did dozens of kilns that dried ash. Tool handles. baseball ba ...

    Re: kiln drying old heart pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/30) -- The thicker the wood, the longer you need. Start the clock when you reach 150 F, not ...

    Re: Sawing and drying grown crooks
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/30) -- There will probably be more issue with cupping and twisting than a change in the angl ...

    Ventilation for drying shed... blow in, or out ?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/30) -- I wondered if the more experienced could help with this question. I am building a cov ...

    Re: Ventilation for drying shed... blow in, or out ?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/30) -- Better list your location as well as answering Gene's questions. Fill that thing with ...

    Re: Ventilation for drying shed... blow in, or out ?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/30) -- This is just to store a few logs at a time, not a high volume. The gap underneath is ...

    air circulation in kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/29) -- I live in NW Ohio. I built a small solar kiln 5 X 10 with 60 SQ. Ft. of greenhouse g ...

    Solar drying fire wood to kill all insects
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/29/23) -- Hi, I have been trying to find out if my solar dried fire wood is safe to bring fr ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/29) -- Also be aware that air dried wood is not sterilized and can have infestation issues. ...

    Re: Old growth Cherry, possible value?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/29) -- In the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia (northern end) the MOST I would pay to buy the e ...

    Re: Old growth Cherry, possible value?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/29) -- Thank you all for the great information. I had no idea what sticker stain was until t ...

    Re: Can I dry wood too much
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/29) -- please explain why you recamend turning the fans off. i was under the impression that ...

    Re: Solar kiln - questions regarding first drying run
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/29) -- Your idea about vent operation is how many non-solar kilns operate. Adjusting the ven ...

    Very small batch to dry (two boards)
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/29) -- I have two slabs of 10/4 Ambrosia Maple that I need to dry quicker than air drying. A ...

    Re: Dry 3 Inch Red Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/29) -- Air drying could do a lot of damage if not done carefully. It is safer to put in a we ...

    Re: kiln drying old heart pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/29) -- Thanks Tim, it is a 4'X4'X10' plywood with a 4 inch shell if r24 insulation and vapor ...

    Re: White oak crossgrain and better cutting.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/29) -- SOG (slope of grain) does apply to the top grades of hardwoods in that end spilts can ...

    Re: Old growth Cherry, possible value?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/28) -- The thin stickers and totally enclosed room scared me immediately and then I saw the ...

    Re: Mc content for coastal South Carolina
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/28) -- Gene, This is my concern (over drying) as it is to be a part time home,he can see the ...

    Re: DH kiln vs Vacuum kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/28/22) -- I have run both conventional dh and vacuum kilns and the speed of the vacuum kiln ...

    Re: drying wood in a hot box
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/28) -- Nice work there Tim. I've been successfully stabilizing wood for a little while. Yeah ...

    Re: drying wood in a hot box
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/28) -- BigJim, here's a link to one of the many stabilizing products... https://www.turntex. ...

    Re: drying wood in a hot box
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/28) -- I'm actually trying to dry below 4% if possible. Once the wood is as dry as I can get ...

    Re: making 6x6 fence posts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/28) -- the whole fence is using 6” profiles(the 5/4x6 hemlock horizontals have been stacked ...

    Re: kiln drying old heart pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/28) -- Just a few questions that will help with answering your question. Yes with it being h ...

    Re: Weight and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/28) -- Maybe I misinterpreted... the 4" slices are to make discs (which is what m first ...

    Re: Weight and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/28) -- I wrote an article about this maybe 4 years ago in Sawmill & Woodlot. Maybe some ...

    Re: Table tops from Stump Cross Cut Sections
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (1/28/22) -- I'm curious why you are getting conflicting information, it's a miracle if a cookie ...

    Re: Measuring Wood Whiteness
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/28) -- We have used spectrophotometers to accurately quantify color in our white wood drying ...

    Re: drying spalted pine mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/27) -- Thanks. Maybe post the essentials here for ancestry. Keep me in the loop, I will che ...

    Kiln Drying Workshop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/27) -- We are holding our Annual Kiln Drying Workshop at SUNY ESF January 8-11, 2018 in Syr ...

    Re: Steaming for the purpose of conditioning.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/27) -- Conditioning lumber is a process at the end of kiln drying to reduce stress. Your us ...

    Re: RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- I'd definitely go for kiln-dried. My major concern with having it air dries is the sa ...

    RE: Air Drying vs. Kiln Drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- If you air dry is there better color retention in the wood than if you kiln dry? ...

    Re: Kiln Operation Help
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- Ok Now the boards are stickered in the shade next to the kiln. My understanding of th ...

    Re: Kiln Operation Help
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- Do you have any experience drying lumber. A dry kiln is a controlled environment when ...

    Re: Kiln Operation Help
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/27) -- There were a few cracks after milling, but they were the air dried log ends. I coated ...

    Mc content for coastal South Carolina
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/27) -- What would be the optimum mc content for flooring that is going from Penn to a house ...

    Re: milling quartered red oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/27) -- hi i am in the nyc subs and really was curious on the difference in drying times from ...

    drying wood in a hot box
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/27) -- I am trying to dry wood from around 10% or less to near 0% or as close as possible fo ...

    Re: why is my butternut sapwood really hard & dark
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/27) -- When wood is first harvested, the sapwood contains many sugars. These sugars are attr ...

    Another Powderpost beetle problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/27) -- I was getting some wood from my stash this weekend and found exit holes and powder ri ...

    Re: drying hickory
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/27/23) -- Thats great. I'll move them inside this summer. thanks! ...

    Weight and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/27) -- I have a 65 inch diameter pin oak that needs to come down due to gall infestation. He ...

    Re: RE: Questions regarding the color of Walnut, and when to cut it
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/27) -- Walnut color when first sawing can be quite greenish. It will quickly darken as it ox ...

    Pre-dryer???
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/27) -- Boss has got this idea about re-engineering our t-sheds we use for air drying. Instal ...

    Using tobacco kiln to dry lumber?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/26) -- I have a bunch of white oak boards that i cut about a month ago. I would like to use ...

    Re: defect in select white oak KD
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/26) -- White oak does indeed develop this white streaky color in the living tree from time ...

    Re: Using old wood for new projects?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/26) -- Yes...the insects lay eggs on the rough surface of the wood. The eggs hatch and the ...

    Re: Solar kiln : Leave Circulation fans on after sunset
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/26) -- We do want to achieve 100% RH with lumber so that we remove a small amount of drying ...

    Re: drying bamboo
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/26) -- Thanks. Did anyone ever find out what the exact species was? ...

    Re: drying bamboo
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/26) -- Vivax ...

    Re: Am I being paranoid? Tree felling and possible lengthwise splitting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/26) -- good idea on drying before edging. Thanks for reply's. Gene can you direct me to a di ...

    Re: Sawing and drying grown crooks
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/26) -- So what happens if it does move? Will it take it out of the game if it moves an inch? ...

    Re: Sawing and drying grown crooks
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/26) -- You are overthinking this process - just saw it, rough it out to near-net shape and l ...

    Re: Sawing and drying grown crooks
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/26) -- Keith, Please keep us informed as to what happens, I for one would like to know. TIA ...

    Re: drying hickory
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/26/23) -- Thats great to hear. Does that add another year potentially or do you think after ...

    Revised slightly: Wood movement across large widths
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/26) -- Great Question. Your question is legitimate and fair...."extremely legitimate&qu ...

    Should Wood Crosscuts from Stumps Be Sealed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/26/22) -- Just started getting into this, making table tops from what I hear are called wood ...

    Kiln Drying Workshop - Syracuse, Jan 5-8, 2015
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/25) -- We are holding our Annual Kiln Drying Workshop at SUNY ESF January 5-8, 2015 in Syra ...

    Re: wood slabs checking
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/25) -- The forces that are developing or have developed such a crack are very large and a s ...

    Re: Using old wood for new projects?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/25) -- Gene, Is it possible to still have beetles in wood if there are no visible holes on ...

    Re: Using old wood for new projects?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/25) -- What is "alot"? Do you have a moisture meter? It is crucial that you check ...

    Re: CNC Carving A Trunk
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/25) -- Catalpa would be a very good choice. Incredibly lightweight and very stable while dry ...

    Kiln Drying of Hardwood Lumber Short Course
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/25) -- This is a reminder that Penn State Extension will be holding a Kiln Drying of Hardwoo ...

    Re: drying bamboo
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/25) -- The bamboo was done 2-3 weeks ago. Finished it off at 130 degrees. We just dead piled ...

    Re: Kiln Dry / wet and dry temperature to determine Relative Humidity
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/25) -- to : Gene Wengert-WoodDoc Thank you Gene for your advices. I checked our drying room ...

    Re: Solar Kiln - Ash drying questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/25) -- Indeed, 300 bf is best for ash to achieve the whitest color when starting with green ...

    Re: Solar Kiln - Ash drying questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/25) -- A solar kiln does not get hot enough for sterilization. Due to its poor energy effici ...

    Re: Solar Kiln - Ash drying questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/25) -- Gene, How do you get it hot enough for sterilization? This part of solar kilns has al ...

    Re: cutting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/25) -- Cracking won't be your biggest problem. You will very likely have at least 5% shrinka ...

    Staining on white oak lumber
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25/23) -- In the recent years we have been having a growing problem with "banding" ...

    Re: Table Top and Skirt Shrinkage
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- Your lumber is air dried apparently. This means it has not been dried enough, and it ...

    Re: Sealing green wood (entire board)
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/25) -- Three heavy coats of spar varnish will be a fairly good sealer. But if you seal it to ...

    NYle Kiln L200
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/24) -- Hi I am new to wood drying and wanted to know if anyone has run into this problem I r ...

    Re: Dehumidification air speed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/24) -- Where is the best position to vent some of the heat from my dh kiln. It is way too ho ...

    Re: Compressed wood for bending
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (6/24) -- Elia I can't answer your question but on a similar note there was a company in 2004-20 ...

    Re: red oak TOO dry?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/24) -- The information is in DRYING HARDWOOD LUMBER, see page 99 plus. It is free, can be copied ...

    bugs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/24) -- I have been milling full time for over 10 years and seem to be getting a larger bug p ...

    Re: Powder post or Ambrosia?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/24) -- >My experience is that lyctid PPB channels run longer with the grain. Hope that's ...

    Re: Finishing an air dried stack
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/24) -- I had the stack at 100F for 3 weeks and Mn had a very dry winter with very little sno ...

    Priming Poplar Wood Trim
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/24) -- We run a moulding and trim shop. We dont finish or prime our trim, but I have a 15,000 Lin Ft ...

    Re: Priming Poplar Wood Trim
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (3/24) -- in our mill department we have a makor spray line for our poplar trim/mouldings. we use Sherw ...

    Re: 8/4 W. Oak R+Q
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/24) -- It needs to be drier. Note that when you plane or mold it, you will expose the wetter ...

    Re: DRYING 8/4 SLABS
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/24) -- DRYING HARDWOOD LUMBER (Internet download) starting on page 81 shows which species ca ...

    Re: RE: Cost of Producing Red Oak & White Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/23) -- These are back yard trees delivered to our location for free. They are 8’ to 13’ lon ...

    Re: kiln roof
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/23) -- The double wall is essential for good performance. It makes 50% faster drying and bet ...

    Re: stairway I built from my homemade mill
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/23) -- Rod, Your enthusiasm and what you have done with your mill are great. But I think wha ...

    Re: Is there a practical limit to how small a kiln can be?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/23) -- Al, I dont think your scenario of adding material into a load already in the kiln wou ...

    Re: Is there a practical limit to how small a kiln can be?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/23) -- I think I came across wrong. I would like to dry 200 or less at a time. Once you star ...

    Hemlock board cupped at one end
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/23/23) -- Had a hemlock slab 4” thick and 21” wide. Had been drying for over 10 years and wa ...

    Re: red oak TOO dry?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Cabinetmaking Forum (5/23) -- Indeed, casehardening results in immediate warp when machining. The description has sever ...

    Re: Am I being paranoid? Tree felling and possible lengthwise splitting
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/23) -- Yellow poplar does indeed have substantial growth stress in the tree, which results i ...

    Re: Oak drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/23) -- Oak is a pretty broad term! Surprised Gene could give you that good of answer. Maybe ...

    Advance Kiln Drying Workshop- March 11, 2015
    A message posted at sawdry (12/31) -- Penn State Extension in partnership with the Keystone Kiln Drying Association will be offering an Advanced Lumb ...

    Re: Lumber Drying Workshop - March 11
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/23) -- Thank you for posting the information on the Advanced Lumber Drying Workshop I look f ...

    Older moisture meters-are they a good choice?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/23) -- I am looking at a couple of older Delmhorst moisture meters on ebay, one is a DC-3 an ...

    Re: drying spalted pine mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/22) -- From a technical point of view, the fungi you have in the picture is the common blue ...

    Re: drying spalted pine mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/22) -- Very Interesting. I assumed any color change after a period on the ground and from f ...

    Re: Need to kill some bugs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/22) -- The planer shavings now have the insects in them, if it is indeed the lyctid PPB. Th ...

    Re: Solar drying fire wood to kill all insects
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/22/23) -- Solar-dried firewood that has been heated to at least 133 degrees Fahrenheit for ...

    Did you miss the free Webinars I gave for NHLA?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/22) -- The six presentations on drying that I gave for the NHLA this summer we’re recorded a ...

    Determining Retail
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/22) -- How does one determine the retail price of lumber? I understand you have log, sawing, ...

    Re: Dehumidification air speed
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/22) -- Hi there, I am concerned with my drying schedule. At the moment The Kiln is running a ...

    Re: Temps and humidity
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/22/23) -- Safe drying rates are provided in the VT design and operation manual. ...

    Re: milling spalted maple and pecan
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/22) -- It's all a personal preference. The end use is how you decide to saw. I believe (I ca ...

    Re: how long to dry oak for barn construction
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/22) -- Avoid sapwood of red oak as, with its sugars, it will attract insects and decay fungi ...

    Re: Thick walnut mantles
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/22) -- After you seal the ends, with Anchorseal or similar, seal them again. Slow drying is ...

    Re: CNC Carving A Trunk
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/22) -- You might do well to study the early works of Wendell Castle. He did lots of heavy lo ...

    Oak drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/22) -- I had a customer ask if we could dry some 2" thick oak in our solar kiln. He sai ...

    Re: tree identification
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/22/22) -- It is indeed true that the way a sawmill is operated and the sawmill equipment can ...

    Re: Solar kiln - questions regarding first drying run
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/22/22) -- Wide open vents will minimize heating, as the warm air will be exhausted after one ...

    Re: hygrometers
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/22) -- I believe you a are looking for a traditional wet-bulb and dry-bulb device. These are ...

    Re: drying spalted pine mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/21) -- Gene, thanks for the response. My shop has radiant floor heat and it is topped off w ...

    Re: drying spalted pine mantle
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/21) -- Here are pictures of the wood with several coats of a spar varnish, but otherwise th ...

    recover (formerly) dried lumber exposed to elements
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/21) -- Please don't ask why...but I have about 200 BF of rough sawn 6/8 and 4/8 red oak whi ...

    Re: Virginia Tech: Vacuum Drying Workshop
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/21) -- The registration form can be found in the following link: http://sbio.vt.edu/engagem ...

    Re: how long to dry oak for barn construction
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/21) -- For a barn, green is fine. I've used fresh cut and put to the barn that week. There's ...

    Re: how long to dry oak for barn construction
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/21) -- Hey guys, great to know that white oak is more durable and red oak has been on a barn ...

    Re: Red, White Oak Air drying shrinkage time?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/21) -- Thanks guys, I was asking about the same question on another post and you have answer ...

    Kiln Advice
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/21) -- The company I work for has plans to open a sawmill with a kiln. I have heard of a woo ...

    Deadpiling wood in a kiln year round
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/21) -- I usually have a stack of 1000bf or so in my shop. I want to free up some space so I' ...

    Re: PPB fungus
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/20) -- Have you ever looked at the floor joists from the basement. You see large holes wher ...

    Can't get separation between wet and dry bulbs...
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/20) -- We have a nyle L53, without the auto vents and spray. I'm drying about 500bf of black ...

    milling quartered red oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/20) -- i was curious on the drying time on 24 inch diameter red oak that was quartered a yea ...

    Re: timbore verses boracare
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/20) -- I started recently treating our exterior shutter components with Timbor. I haven't be ...

    Thick walnut mantles
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/20) -- Have decided to make some 16/4 inches mantles out of some really nice black walnut lo ...

    Re: Red, White Oak Air drying shrinkage time?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/20) -- Hi, neighbor. I'm in Neosho, MO. We used board & batton siding on our house, righ ...

    Re: Log pond
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/20) -- Log ponds without a large supply of fresh water tend to destroy logs due to the prese ...

    Re: 6/4 8/4 maple drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/20) -- Thank you again for your help. My MC of my hard maple is at 24% right now and my wet ...

    Re: What Wood Species is this
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/20) -- Gene, thank you much for offering, but I don’t think it is necessary. The client will ...

    Re: winter sawing
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/19) -- Thank you Sir. I have learned so much from you. I am still wanting to attend your co ...

    Re: Sawing a dead tree
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/19) -- David's comment about PPB applies to lumber. However, there will likely be sawdust w ...

    Dying hemlock slabs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/19) -- Have 2 hemlock slabs 8/4 x 21"x 8'6" that have been air dried for one year. ...

    Steaming/stickering questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/19) -- Hi folks, first post in a long, long time. I'm looking at putting together a small-sc ...

    Re: Milling large (36"-40"dia) logs in Burien, WA
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/19) -- Ben, did you know about the sawing and drying directory on this site? This will give ...

    Re: 6/4 8/4 maple drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/19) -- It is not fungal and it is not bacterial either. It is a chemical oxidation of the su ...

    Re: Finishing an air dried stack
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/19) -- If you cannot get the lumber to dry when the humidity in the kiln is under 30% RH, th ...

    Re: chainsaw milling
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/19) -- If you cut at zero or on plane with the grain, you need to use a ripping blade that w ...

    Re: Sealing green wood (entire board)
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/19) -- I've been doing green wood hollow form turnings for about 30 years. To keep them from ...

    Re: waves and rip saw
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/19) -- If the bends and waves are coming right off the mill, blaming the gang rip would be r ...

    Re: Kiln Newbie
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/19) -- I think I got my words run together in my post.....I meant (seperate) solar kiln for ...

    Re: air drying ash
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/19) -- Thanks for the link TT. Since I don't have a place to store it once it gets to usable ...

    Re: Sawing and drying shingles
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/18) -- I think the handling, transport and storage of the shingles would be ample time to ai ...

    Re: First solar kiln load results
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/18) -- Gene, why does slow drying cause more cupping? I am a novice wood dryer. I have bough ...

    Re: 40 inch diameter log in solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/18) -- Looking at the scale model, it seems a modification in design may make a large differ ...

    Re: Red, White Oak Air drying shrinkage time?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/18) -- I would just start building and let nature take it's course. ...

    Re: FPL-118 and Nyle Schedules - For 8/4 and 12/4 White Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/18/23) -- - You are correct in saying temperature (heat) is the same no matter what the sour ...

    Dehumidification H20 output monitoring
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/18) -- Putting home-built shipping container dehumidification dryer to work soon. Limited to ...

    Re: DH kiln vs Vacuum kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/18) -- I have clients with a vacuum kiln. Financially, it is profitable if you keep it full ...

    Re: Whiskey barrel production per MBF of stave logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/18) -- The center part of a log is generally not used for making staves for a liquid barrel ...

    Re: drying bamboo
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/18) -- Round tubes. Started the DH kiln at 100 degrees and everything seems fine. ...

    Re: when to saw blackwallnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/18) -- Not only saw ASAP, but get it stacked and stickered for air drying as it comes off th ...

    newby sawyer, more questions.
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- Can any of you inform me as to fair market value on actual saw milling? My logs vs. t ...

    Re: Kiln Newbie
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- Where are you located? It is hard to mix solar and electric. The reason is that a sol ...

    Re: air drying ash
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- Here's a guide that's posted on here of most areas.....IN Ohio to 10% ADing....IT AIN ...

    Re: air drying ash
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/18) -- I agree. The conditions is Ohio will not dry under 12% MC, but for furniture, cabinet ...

    Kiln Drying Workshop - Syracuse
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/17) -- We are again holding our Annual Kiln Drying Workshop at SUNY ESF January 7-10, 2019 ...

    Re: when can we use white oak?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/17) -- KP If you have a little bit of time,especially if you really like your slabs, a opti ...

    Re: Home Oven Drying 130504 DESICCANT CARTRIDGE
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (11/17/23) -- Thanks, Mitch! Actually, I had the desiccant cartridge back in the canister in my spray r ...

    Re: cutting irregular shaped logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/17) -- I've rigged jigs but most of the time I saw one edge off to fit in the saw and saw b ...

    Paul Bois, National Drying Specialist
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (9/17) -- Paul Bois, 89, died peacefully in Madison, WI on September 9. Paul was director of th ...

    Re: a random prong test
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/17) -- The prong test requires no moisture gradient. So, what happened was that the surface ...

    Re: DH kiln drying douglas fir beams and posts
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/17) -- To add: If the beams with your dad had been fully AD'd the twist shouldn't have happe ...

    Re: 8/4 Cherry Top moisture content?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/17) -- The outside RH in western N.Y. averages 70% RH in the summertime. It is below this du ...

    Re: Sanding Beech
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/17) -- Beech is not prone to checking, like oak is. So, with proper drying, you do not need ...

    Re: Sawing a dead tree
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/16) -- You should expect the same problems you have drying any lumber with the addition of ...

    Re: when can we use white oak?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/16) -- I will throw my two cents in on this issue. I am in western Oregon and mill and dry ...

    8/4 redoak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/16) -- I will be drying some 8/4 redoak soon in a dry kiln and I'm wondering what's the bes ...

    Re: RE: Making a Kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/16) -- Sure you can! Yes you need a fan or two. I use a modified electric baseboard heater ...

    Re: Air drying black walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/16) -- I would expect the shell (outer 25%) would reach 9.3% MC in a few weeks, but the core ...

    Re: Air drying black walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/16) -- Does anyone have a guess about the timeline to go from 15%MC to 10%MC at 80°F 50%RH? ...

    Re: Air drying Cherry
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/16/23) -- Well, I'm the customer for this particular piece. I decided to send it it a custom ...

    Re: New to sawing and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/16) -- What species? Do you saw parallel to bark and do the 4x4s have the heart centered? In ...

    Re: RF Kiln Dried White Oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/16/23) -- Steel will be galvanized, so no problems there. Some wood movement is to be expect ...

    Re: 40 inch diameter log in solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/16) -- Mark, As you can see from the attached scale model, of course I complicated the issue ...

    6/4 8/4 maple drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/16) -- I tend to dry some thicker soft maple in the 6/4 and 8/4 range. I have had problems w ...

    Re: Value of Pecan wood logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/16/22) -- Fruit and nut trees develop, in general, lots of stress while growing and producin ...

    Re: Anchorseal Effectiveness in Cold Weather
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/16/22) -- The eucalyptus species are known to have a lot of stress in the trees, so that whe ...

    Re: Huge quartersawn oak problem
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/16) -- Or a different supplier of wood? Might it be a drying problem? ...

    Re: Final stages in dh kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/16) -- Let me add to my perceived understanding on how this works and would look to be strai ...

    Re: when can we use white oak?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/15) -- KP...This craze of using the beautiful woods for all these fabulous projects has got ...

    Re: when can we use white oak?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/15) -- 30 days? More like a couple of years. No species of wood will be ready to be used by ...

    Re: Kiln drying meeting, Nov 1&2, Ohio
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (10/15) -- Here is part of the brochure. Let me know if you want a large version. ...

    Re: First solar kiln first load questions
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/15) -- After running the first load, I have some questions I hope Gene can weigh in on... 1 ...

    Re: First solar kiln load - drying timeline measurments
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/15) -- I found an inexpensive ($40) temperature/humidity measuring device, and place the mea ...

    Re: Can't get separation between wet and dry bulbs...
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- Due to the equipment’s age, consider carefully if you want to spend money on much bet ...

    Re: 40 inch diameter log in solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- Heinrich, One possibility to accelerate the dryinig process and to reduce cracking is ...

    Re: 40 inch diameter log in solar kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/15) -- Thank you Mark, I was afraid of the no kiln response, because actually my biggest iss ...

    Re: solar vs. electric kiln drying schedules
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/15) -- Thank for your help. I am planning to install this kiln off site, at a location with ...

    Re: Cool down times????
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/15) -- I wonder why the Dry Kiln Operators' Manual, Drying Eastern Harwood Lumber and Drying ...

    Re: Kiln Advice
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/15) -- was your dehumidifier kiln indoors i am trying to decide on something to speed up my ...

    Re: Making big cookies
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (2/15) -- Another thing you can try, is to cut the cookies at an angle of mane 45ş to the axis ...

    Re: Inspecting lumber that will not cut straight
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Furniture Making Forum (10/14/22) -- (Missed the edit time limit) Let's look at a positive example - a 2" th x 11& ...

    Re: Air drying black walnut
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/14) -- Do you have an attic in your house or business? It can be used and will get to a lowe ...

    Re: Air drying Cherry
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/14/23) -- Not being kiln dried and not sterilized, you are asking for disaster when the proj ...

    Re: Japanese? Elm
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/14) -- Elm is known for the irrational grain, which makes the wood,extremely prone to length ...

    New to sawing and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/14) -- Ok recently bought our own portable bandsaw sawmill, smaller boards have been no prob ...

    Re: New to sawing and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/14) -- Wow thanks never would of thought of that feel kinda dense. LOL ...

    Re: New to sawing and drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/14) -- Saw them oversize to allow for dimensional instability. ...

    Re: solar vs. electric kiln drying schedules
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/14) -- You might check out Gene's article on solar kilns in the current issue of Sawmill &am ...

    Re: Kiln control
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (4/14) -- How much lumber is in the kiln? If it is 50 MBF and you run about 20 loads a year, th ...

    spring or winter harvested wood: differences
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/14/22) -- I am producing arrow shafts for the archery industry. I presently run white birch, ...

    Charts or tables showing ratios between Sapwood and Heartwood?
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (3/14) -- Are there any charts which show the difference in drying rates between the sapwood an ...

    Re: kiln drying sinker Caribbean heart pine
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (1/14) -- Can you control temperature accurately? Humidity? Air velocity? What thickness? What ...

    Re: Too Early for the Kiln
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/13) -- Dan-what you are doing is called heated room drying. It works really well in many in ...

    Re: Bugs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/13) -- Hmm, thanks Gene, when you put it like that it makes sense. I guess for the drying p ...

    Re: oak tree drying /deck
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (11/13) -- I sell 2in oak red and white mostly 8 or 9in wide for construction trailers always g ...

    Gingko Logs
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (8/13) -- My first post on this forum. Anybody have experience sawing and using gingko? We've a ...

    Japanese? Elm
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/13) -- bad storm came thru the other day and a neighbor lost a sizable Japanese (as he descr ...

    Re: question around routing of electric cables over my Woodmizer LT-15 Elec
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (6/13) -- Thanks Tim I did check out your website in middle TN. You do some beautiful work. Yep ...

    Re: Sunkiss Drying system
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (5/13) -- I know shop in Detroit that has the set up. I will say it this way, It is shut off more than ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (12/7) -- the wood ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (12/29) -- "We are a very large manufacturer and currently use a standard yellow wood glue, which ...

    Re: Fast drying glue and Case Clamps
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Adhesives Forum (12/29) -- One way you can speed up production with out changing glue is by the way you unload the box ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/29) -- Matt Calnen: Are you using the Fresh Start #094, or one of the other Fresh Start primers? Th ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/29) -- It is the 024. I also checked the MC of the wood and it’s at 8%. ...

    Re: Primer on Cypress not drying
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (10/29) -- It is the 024. I also checked the MC of the wood and it’s at 8%. ...

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    Re: Drying northern red oak
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/29) -- You're suggesting you want to dry the entire log so you can saw a mantle out on it so ...

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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (7/29) -- We hardly ever dry a log, especially red oak. Saw, then dry the thick mantle for a ye ...

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    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
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    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
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    Re: Drying wood in a tropical climate
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    Re: Drying wood in a tropical climate
    A message posted at WOODWEB's Sawing and Drying Forum (5/28/22) -- It is best to rely on past tests and information. Concrete is not used for a kiln ...

    Re: Drying wood in a tropical climate
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    Re: Does gang ripping make straight boards?
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    Re: Does gang ripping make straight boards?
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    Re: Drying Red OAK 4X6 Green Wood
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    A message posted at WOODWEB's Finishing Forum (7/27) -- Mainzy, I sand with 400 then wipe with a damp rag. Ordered some tack cloth too and a coverall ...

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    Re: Maintaining MC After Kiln Drying
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    Re: How to make fine saw dust
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    Re: Laundry cabinet drying rack lattice
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    Re: Kem Aqua Plus
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    Re: Medium volume lineal spray finishing
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    Re: Thuya Burl finishing
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    Thuya Burl finishing
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    Re: matching new teak to old teak
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    Re: Finish Cracking On Hood Vent
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    Colron Indian Rosewood Wood Dye
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    Re: what can i do to speed drying
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    Re: choosing the correct glue
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    Re: Turino application thickness
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    Re: Drying Wet Plywood in a Boat
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    Re: Bleaching Walnut
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    Re: Drying
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    Re: Speed Up Glueing on Exterior Doors
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    Vacuum Drying Workshop
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    Mini Kiln update
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    Re: Flush Entry Door
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    Re: Drying black locust
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    Drying black locust
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    Re: Drying black locust
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    Re: Drying kiln using a reefer body and Nyle dehumidifier
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    Re: Drying kiln using a reefer body and Nyle dehumidifier
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    Re: Drying kiln using a reefer body and Nyle dehumidifier
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    Re: "Soft Spots" - a hardwood problem that's difficult to describe
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    Re: Drying in a green house
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    Re: Laundry cabinet drying rack lattice
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    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
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    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
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    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
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    Re: Drying Black Spruce dead straight
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    Re: Spray stain on Maple
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    Re: Drying a slab using polyethylene glycol
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    Re: Drying an oak slab for coffee table
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    Re: Cool down times????
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    Re: Pre cat lacquer rub out
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    Re: Drying Cypress
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    Re: Restraining wood movement
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    Medium volume lineal spray finishing
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    Re: Medium volume lineal spray finishing
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    Re: checks and flakes in white oak causing problems
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    Re: Books - Sawing & Drying
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    Re: acrylic clear coat
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    Drying
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