moisture

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    Moisture problems

    Hey Guys, if this is in the wrong section forgive me. We have a 70s sealed up fireplace and noticed we're getting moisture, mold and efflorescence around the hearth inside. Started with the main culprits.. cap, crown and flashing all OK. Pulled off the wood where an electric fireplace was...
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    Can wood pick up moisture?

    Given my yard layout, good spots to season wood are limited. I have too many trees and no real open areas for air to pass through. I've got a 2-3 year rotation. The first year I season in my optimal spot (sunny and fairly open), The second year I move it to my poor location (shaded, solid...
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    30# Moisture in Aug

    Hi, I just got 2 cords of "Seasoned" hardwood delivered. I single stacked it so both sides are exposed with tarps on the top. I split a few pieces and am reading 22-24% moisture towards the outer edges of the 18' splits and 30%-32% in the center of each log. My question do you think this wood...