Kiln Dried Slabs are perfect for woodworking projects such as tabletops on the Sunshine Coast. The process for the timber is lengthy therefore gives the slabs superior quality and will last a lifetime
Wood that is dried out is a more effective building material. And when it comes to timber slabs for use in table top furniture, kiln dried wood is arguably the most common.
Production mills use the kiln dried approach to ensure that the wood is of the best quality. Hence, offers the most resistance to the harsh weather conditions in Australia.
But what is kiln dried slabs and how should you consider the benefits and possible issues when ordering table top furniture?
The Dried Approach
A kiln is essentially a large oven which can be used to heat and dry different types of materials which includes wood. Because a kiln can control the temperature, humidity, and airflow, it makes it the perfect device to dry timber slabs.
Most timber comes to the production mill in a green or wet state. To dry the wood naturally can take a very long time. The kiln drying method speeds up this process. Therefore, does not add any materials or resins to the process which might affect the quality of the wholesale timber slabs.
Why Use Kiln Dried Wood?
The high levels of moisture found in green timber is difficult to work with which can swell or warp over time. That means the table top you purchase today can expand, shrink, or even twist depending on the environment.
It’s common for green timber to split over time as well which means replacing your furniture more frequently. With varying temperatures and humidity levels, the moisture inside the timber can help cause cracks and warps to your furniture.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Dried Slabs
Using kiln dried slabs offers definite benefits that helps your furniture last longer and maintain its proper shape and condition.
- Protection against warping which damages the wood
- Removes up to 90% of the moisture content
- Kiln dried wood is lighter, easier to transport, and work with in creating furniture
With all the advantages there are still some issues when it comes to kiln dried timber slabs.
- After removal from the kiln, the wooden slabs may absorb moisture from the air
- Wood tends to shrink when kiln dried
The latter isn’t really a big issue because once it shrinks, it tends to be stable. This timber is perfect for decking or table top furniture that may be exposed to the elements.
Overall, the benefits of kiln dried timber outweigh the potential issues. Especially if you are looking to invest in furniture that will last for a long time.
The kiln dried process has been in use for centuries. It is the perfect treatment for timber that is to be used as furniture. Offering a lighter, easier to work with lumber that can be shaped and is protected from rising humidity levels.
If you are shopping for tabletop furniture that uses timber slabs, then having kiln dried slabs is an important consideration. With weather conditions in Australia that can vary considerably over time, kiln dried slabs may be your best choice.
Timber Slabs Warehouse have a variety of timber including kiln dried slabs. Contact the staff to have a chat about the procedure and advice on how it will work with your project. Call on 0415 811 905
