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Information Paper 8/98 Reducing kiln-drying twist of Sitka spruce
Publication Year
1998
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Evaluates the extent and significance of twist in UK-grown and commercially prepared Sitka spruce. It describes how top weighting during kiln drying, together with modified kiln schedules, can reduce twisting, and demonstrates generally good distortional stability of dried timber under subsequent fluctuating humidity conditions in storage and use.
Author
Maun, K. and Moore, G. L.
ISBN
9781860811029
Publisher Information
BRE
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