I've been using this Covid shutdown to do some DIY, I replaced wood trim around my dormer windows that was rotting at the bottom where it was close to the shingles. This was 3/4" untreated pine, it was well weathered when I moved in 18 years ago, it's more than likely it has been there since 1977 when my home was built. Anyway, I took my moisture meter and sure enough the bottom rotted wood was 40%, but going just 8 inches up, the rest of the board was 12%MC. Other boards that were sheltered by the eaves were also at 12%, and it didn't matter whether I measured boards that had been north or south facing, all were at 12% once I was away from the punk.
I'm pleased to know that my Tulip Poplar from 18 months ago is also at 12%, being at home this shoulder season, I'll be burning far more often than previous years.
TE
I'm pleased to know that my Tulip Poplar from 18 months ago is also at 12%, being at home this shoulder season, I'll be burning far more often than previous years.
TE
