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Offline sleek

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How soon is too soon?
« on: July 25, 2020, 11:03:09 pm »
I have stave thats just now one year cut and split. Its 2x2 dimension, and been in 70% relative humidity for the year.  I just debarked it. Is it bow time or no time, I have never worked a stave so young before.
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Offline Del the cat

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Re: How soon is too soon?
« Reply #1 on: July 26, 2020, 03:02:03 am »
I normally only give 'em a year, mind 2x2 is quite big... maybe get it roughed out and then let it settle for a few weeks?
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Offline George Tsoukalas

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Re: How soon is too soon?
« Reply #2 on: July 26, 2020, 08:14:40 am »
I agree with Del. 70% RH is pretty humid. No moisture meter? Jawge
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Offline DC

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Re: How soon is too soon?
« Reply #3 on: July 26, 2020, 09:24:23 am »
The chart says that at 70% RH the wood won't go below 13%. Maybe rough it out and leave it in the front of the truck for a few days.
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Re: How soon is too soon?
« Reply #4 on: July 26, 2020, 01:24:13 pm »
I dont have a moisture meter unfortunately.  Guess thats a good investment.  How much are they and whats a good brand?
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