Why is kiln dried wood important?
Wood being kiln dried is important because wood contracts and expands depending on moisture content. When wood is dried to 6-10%, it has contracted to it’s smallest state. Wood should be used for projects in its dry state so that when the wood expands with increased humidity, there is no warping of boards or gaps between the wood. It gets more complicated then that as different types of wood respond differently to moisture, etc…you need to understand wood and allow it freedom to do what it’s going to do to have a successful woodworking project that lasts a lifetime.
