Live edge Pine

[smitty0312]

I got this from our local Amish sawmill this morning, it's 3" thick, will have to dry since it is green wood, deciding what I should make with it.

[spirithorse]

Hope you find a good use for it, Dan,

I got some Ash like that and planned on making a rustic
bench but, my wife did not like the idea.
God Bless! Spirithorse

[Loskoppie]

Is there special way to treat drying wood or natural air. 

Barbara

[spirithorse]

Hi, @Loskoppie

A lot depends on the species of wood but, for general conversation,
I have always read that you should place sticks between layers of
your green wood to encourage air flow between all the boards you
are drying. Some sources I read said keep the wood a minimum of
18 inches off the ground.
Some sources say you can coat the ends of each board to keep the
ends from checking and splitting.
The best place to try to dry wood naturally in this manner is in an open
bin or shed so air flows through but, it has a roof to keep the elements
off the wood.  Drying wood in direct sunlight is usually not very effective
because the wood will dry out too quickly which results in cracking and
warping.
God Bless! Spirithorse

[Loskoppie]

Thanks for the start to learning something new

Barbara

[Sparkey]

On 4/23/2022 at 6:23 AM, Loskoppie said:

Is there special way to treat drying wood or natural air. 

Barbara

Yes place small sticks between the boards. I also seal the ends with green wood sealer. If the wood dries too fast it will crack. The rule of thumb is it takes one year for each inch of thickness.

[Loskoppie]

Sorry I came back to you so late.  I get distracted with every day things

Loskoppie Barbara