What is dry or seasoned wood?
A. When trees are initially cut down, they contain a great deal of moisture. To dry the wood, split and stack it loosely in a crosswise pattern to enable good air circulation. Cover the wood pile to protect it from rain, snow and dew, but leave the sides open for air flow. A sunny location is best; keep it off the ground and away from buildings. Softwoods should be allowed to dry in this fashion at least six months. Hardwood takes longer to dry and may take more than a year to be fully cured.
