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96 – Spruce is the Wright Species

04.03.2023 by shannon // Leave a Comment

Shannon's Lumber Industry Update · 96 – Spruce is the Wright Species

Spruce Wood in AViation

Let me apologize in advance for the title pun. In this episode I discuss my trip to Kitty Hawk and the Wright Bros memorial. Of course I find a way to make it about the lumber chosen to build an airplane. Then there is a lot more kiln drying talk.  How does relative humidity relate to wood moisture content.  Finally more talk of bugs like the EAB.

Industry News

The Today Show did a short feature on the Notre Dame spire and its construction.  Check it out for huge timbers and cool joinery.

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  • Aaron is confused about drying lumber as it relates to atmospheric humidity.
  • Michael asks if EAB killed Ash is suitable for making furniture
  • A listener installed some flooring that wasn't dried completely and asks about the kiln drying schedule and solutions.

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