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Opened my First Holz Hausen of the Season

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  1. Ozark

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    Opened a Holz Hausen that was stacked November of 2019. Mostly Red Oak. This wood was green when staked. I split a few pieces from the center and they tested at 11 percent moisture. When it warms up a bit next week I’ll get the splitter out and check a few of the large pieces. 9CEE8E1C-6509-4AE7-AE0B-4789E3B699DC.jpeg
     
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    11% is awesome for red oak in 3 years. :yes:
     
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    I opened one of mine up after a year and a half. Everything testing between 14% for the smaller stuff to 18% for the large splits and full 6” rounds.
     
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    That’s some good heat waiting for you
     
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    Nice for just two plus years. Looks like an ideal drying location there. I like those custom top covers!
     
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    It was 11 degrees when I checked it. I guess it’s possible that the cold will affect my moisture meter reading.
    It’s supposed to get above freezing tomorrow so I will recheck it.
     
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    I had posted a thread on if temperature affects MM reading.
    Does Temperature Affect Moisture Meter?
     
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