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Wood expands and contracts due to changes in humidity and temperature. When the air is humid, wood absorbs moisture and swells. Conversely, in dry conditions, wood loses moisture and contracts. This fluctuation in moisture content causes the cells in wood to swell and shrink, resulting in expansion and contraction.
Air Dried Moisture
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Moisture captured in the wood expands and pops causing sparks to fly which may create a fire hazard beyond the hearth.
Wood shrinks due to loss of water within the wood cells as it dries out, making the cells thinner, and therefore reducing the total volume of the cells. When furniture is made properly, the wood is pre-dried to about 7 percent moisture content (freshly cut live wood is 25 percent moisture content or more) before made into furniture. Throughout the moist summer seasons and the dry winter seasons, wood can expand and contract from absorbing and releasing moisture from the air. Applying finish to the wood helps to reduce the amount the wood absorbs and releases, and constructing furniture so that it can expand and contract throughout the seasons helps furniture last longer.
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To protect wood from moisture effectively, you can apply a waterproof sealant or finish, keep the wood elevated off the ground to prevent contact with moisture, and ensure proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup. Additionally, storing wood in a dry and covered area can help prevent moisture damage.
Wood moisture meters can be used to determine the appropriateness of a piece of wood for installation of a wood floor. Such meters can be purchased on Amazon.
The best sealer for wood to protect it from moisture and damage is a polyurethane sealant.
A dehumidifier can help protect wood floors from moisture damage by reducing the humidity levels in the air, which can prevent the wood from absorbing excess moisture and swelling or warping. This helps maintain the integrity of the wood floors and prevents potential damage caused by moisture.
Abura is a hardwood (it loses its leaves in wintertime).
To determine if wood is dry, you can use a moisture meter to measure the moisture content of the wood. Dry wood typically has a moisture content of around 10-15. Additionally, dry wood will feel lighter, sound hollow when tapped, and may have visible cracks or splits.