Kiln dried

Kiln dried

Lumber that is kiln dried in a closed chamber in which the required moisture content (19% or less) is obtained by artificial heat and/or humitidy control.

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kiln dried

Building materials; Lumber

Lumber that is kiln dried in a closed chamber in which the required moisture content (19% or less) is obtained by artificial heat and/or humitidy control.

kiln dried

Construction; Carpentry

Wood seasoned in a kiln, under conditions of controlled temperatures, air circulation, and humidity.

kiln dried

Home furnishings; General furniture

Kiln drying reduces the moisture content of the lumber, a process which inhibits checking, splitting and strengthens the finished product.

kiln-dried

Construction; Flooring

Dried in a kiln with the use of artificial heat.

kiln-dried

Construction; Home remodeling

Artificial drying of lumber, superior to most lumberthat is air dried.

kiln-dry

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To dry in a kiln.

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