Opened my First Holz Hausen of the Season

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.

 

11% is awesome for red oak in 3 years.

 

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.

 

That’s some good heat waiting for you

 

Nice for just two plus years. Looks like an ideal drying location there. I like those custom top covers!

 

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.

 

I had posted a thread on if temperature affects MM reading.
Does Temperature Affect Moisture Meter?

 

I’ll check that out. Thanks