Rogers Wood Products ™

A division of Haselton Lumber Company, Inc.

THE IMPORTANCE OF KILN DRYING

First, the process of kiln drying logs removes as much as 10,000 lbs. of water from a typical log home. True Kiln dried logs have had their moisture content reduced to below 19%. It will require a minimum of 28 days to get a timber to the proper moisture content. This uniformly shrinks and stabilizes the log and minimizes the potential for any problems. Kiln drying significantly reduces the weight for both shipping and handling on the job site.

Second, timbers are sanitized when they are heated to 180 degrees F in a kiln. This heat kills mold, fungi, and any insects, eggs, or larvae there may be. The heat of the kiln crystallizes the pitch in the wood. This will prevent sticky substances from seeping through the logs.

Third, interior and exterior finishes can be applied soon after construction. Stains and finishes seem to penetrate and last longer on kiln dried wood.