Book
Drying distortion of timber(Downloadable version)
Publisher
BRE Electronic Publications
Author
Tim Reynolds and Chris Holland, BRE
Format
A4, 6pp
Subject / Keyword
Digest 514, wood drying, drying defects.
Published Date
30-Apr-2010
ISBN
9781848061361
Timber that has become distorted after delivery (due to incorrect storage for example) can be very expensive to rectify. This Digest provides guidance on selecting, conditioning and handling timber, with the emphasis on how to avoid drying distortion. It lists measures to reduce problems of timber distortion and identifies types of wood where drying distortion can be a problem. Several drawings and photographs are used to help identify potential problems and to give guidance on the suitability of particular types of timber. Format A4, 6 pages. Illustrations 5 line drawings, 6 photos Contents Introduction Timber moisture contents in service Shrinkage and movement Cup Spiral grain and twist Compression wood Tension wood Juvenile wood Conclusions References
Book
Drying distortion of timber(Downloadable version)
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