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How to Store Firewood: The Best Strategies That Work If you have a fireplace, you know that you need to have a steady supply of firewood to keep it going. If you’re like most people, you probably store your firewood in the backyard, near the fireplace. [toc] While this may seem like the most convenient … Read more
How to Build a Wood Drying Kiln: The Ultimate DIY Guide Wood drying kilns are a great way to dry lumber since they save us from waiting months or years for the lumber to air dry. However, drying lumber in a commercial kiln can be expensive. Also, there may be times it is just unpractical … Read more
Kiln Drying Wood: Essentials to Know Wood as a material has been used by humans for centuries, and it’s still one of the most popular materials to use in construction, furniture, and even art. While wood is a wonderful material, it does have some issues that must be addressed before it can be used. [toc] … Read more
Orange Slime on Trees: What You Need to Know Trees are an important part of the ecosystem. They do a lot for the environment, including providing oxygen, cleaning the air, and stabilizing the soil. They also provide shelter and growing space for many different species including animals and funguses. [toc] If you notice orange slime … Read more
Stages of wood combustion: How does wood burn? Wood is a very old and well-known fuel source. It has been used to heat homes and cook food for centuries. But how does wood actually burn? Burning wood is a complex process that goes through several stages. Before we get into the stages of wood combustion, … Read more
How to Calculate the Moisture Content of Wood: A Comprehensive Guide The moisture content of wood is an important factor not only for woodworking but also for other purposes like construction and firewood use. Properly measuring and understanding the moisture content of wood is essential to these applications. [toc] How to express moisture content in … Read more
What are the different types of kiln drying techniques? Kiln drying is an effective way to dry lumber since it can be done quickly and efficiently. However, there are several different types of kiln drying techniques that can be used, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. [toc] In order to decide which type of … Read more
What quality signs indicate lumber dried properly? Drying lumber is an art and a science, and there are many factors that affect the process. The most important thing to remember is that drying lumber too quickly will result in damage while drying it too slowly will allow mold and mildew to grow. [toc] The ideal … Read more
How to prevent creosote buildup in chimneys? Chimney fires can be extremely dangerous, causing property damage, injuries, and even death. One of the leading causes of chimney fires is creosote buildup. Creosote is a flammable substance that forms when wood-burning stoves or fireplaces are not used correctly. When burned properly, wood produces little to no … Read more
Is Aspen Good for Firewood? Aspen is a medium-sized deciduous tree endemic to cold locations with high altitudes and is mostly found in North America. It grows fast and when left matures the tree can reach a height of 5–30 m (50–100 ft). [toc] Aspen wood is lightweight and soft but still strong. It has … Read more