Seasoning and Care of Timber

Trunks need to cut into planks

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Drying and Seasoning - Removes moisture

Leave to dry naturally

Kiln

Less likely to warp or bend (Lighter)

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Quicker but more expensive

Structure of wood

Rings of the tree tells how old the tree is

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heartwood (Outside) and Sapwood (Inside)

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Grain runs lengthways

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Warping (Bending and misshaping)

Avoid this when using timber

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Due to poor seasoning and reaction to temperature and humidity