What is a dehumidification kiln?
A dehumidification kiln is special structure used to remove excess moisture from a controlled environment in measured way. An easy way to think of it would be to imagine that once the kiln doors are closed and the dehumidifier is turned on . The inside can transform itself from a building in the Piedmont of North Carolina to the heat and dryness of Death Valley, California. With initial temperatures reaching temperatures reaching around one hundred forty degrees Fahrenheit inside to sterilize the wood first then slowly reduce its water content down to a target range determined by the species of wood.
This not only dries the wood thoroughly but also sterilizes it by killing any insects and fungi that could potentially damage the wood over time. By using a dehumidification kiln, you ensure that the wood is in the best possible condition for your projects and not case hardened by excessive heat and now is free from excess moisture and pests.
Benefits of using a dehumidification kiln
Some of the pros of using a dehumidification kiln include:
• Dehumidification kilns dry the wood evenly and consistently by selecting how much percentage of moisture is removed per day to help lessen the stress on the wood as the free and bound water are drawed out , which is very important for woodworking.
• When wood dries uniformly, it helps prevent common problems like warping, cracking checking. Warping can make the wood bend or twist while cracking and checking can create splits that weaken the wood. Checks typically are long and run parallel to the grain. While Cracks usually are perpendicular or at angle to grain of the wood.
• A dehumidification kiln treatment ensures that the wood stays straight and strong, helping to ensuring the material come out just right and maintain their quality over time.
• When wood is dried correctly, it becomes more stable and reliable. This means it is less likely to warp, crack, or change shape over time. As a result, it’s more stable, stronger, and better suited for building furniture, cabinets, structures, cutting boards and all your other woodworking projects.
• The drying process in a dehumidification kiln also helps kill insects and fungi that can damage the wood over time. By using a dehumidification kiln, you ensure that these pests
are eliminated. This way, your wood will last longer and stay in better condition without any hidden pests causing problems later on.