How is the seasoning of timber done?

In the process of air seasoning timber logs are arranged in layers in a shed. The arrangement is done by maintaining some gap with the ground. So, platform is built on ground at 300mm height from ground. The logs are arranged in such a way that air is circulated freely between logs. read more

Natural Seasoning of Timber. Natural seasoning is the process in which timber is seasoned by subjecting it to the natural elements such as air or water. Natural seasoning may be water seasoning or air seasoning. Water Seasoning. Water seasoning is the process in which timber is immersed in water flow which helps to remove the sap present in the timber. read more

The term “seasoning” carries the meaning that the wood had been exposed to one or more seasons of weather. In other words, the timber or lumber is air dried for about one year. If you mean lumber or boards, the lumber needs to be stacked in a way that allows air flow across all surfaces. read more

Wood drying (also seasoning lumber or wood seasoning) reduces the moisture content of wood before its use. When the drying is done in a kiln, the product is known as kiln-dried timber or lumber, whereas air drying is the more traditional method. read more