We all know lumber comes from trees, but trees were not designed for lumber. Man has to take something that naturally grows in a cylindrical shape, dry it out and make it rectangular. It’s a peculiar ...

Come to this event and discuss the moisture content of wood, why drying is necessary, and various ways to dry lumber. We will also review principles of setting up a quality air-drying yard, proper ...

Editor’s note: This column was produced before Gene Wengert died in 2025. It is printed here in memoriam. Question: How much does lumber shrink in drying? We process red oak and yellow poplar mainly. ...

Watching lumber dry may be as boring as watching paint dry, but soon, the amount of time needed to dry a piece of wood might decrease dramatically, according to Penn State forest resources expert.

Japanese cedar, fence supply, kiln drying, manufacturing infrastructure, wholesale lumber, supply chain, Fence Empire LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — Fence ...