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Accurate moisture measurement is essential in fine carpentry.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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For cabinetmaker Alexander Wikstr\u00f6m, the right moisture content in wood is crucial. Before Alexander starts processing wood material, he checks that it has reached its target moisture content. To do this, the carpenter uses the handy and easy-to-use testo 616 moisture meter.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his own company Wikstr\u00f6m Interi\u00f6r & Snickeri, Alexander builds furniture and other products not only in MDF and chipboard but also in solid wood. Wood is not just a job but a great passion for Alexander. According to him, you are never really fully educated. There are always new techniques to learn, new exotic woods to get acquainted with and thus challenge yourself to make a truly advanced piece of furniture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who are your customers?<\/strong>– It’s mostly private individuals who turn to me, but a few companies also get in touch and want, for example, conference tables and customized interior design details,” says Alexander.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is it important to measure moisture content?<\/strong>– It is extremely important that the wood has reached its target moisture content before further processing. This is because wood is a living material that strives to reach equilibrium with the prevailing humidity every day. At about 40 % relative humidity, the wood normally reaches the desired equilibrium sought in furniture wood, which is between 7-8 %.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– If you start processing the material too early, it can twist or cup and crack as it shrinks. It would be a shame to spend so many hours on a product that after a few weeks cracks or drops in a joint. It is better to know from the start that the material is completely dry. Wood rarely moves above 30% but as soon as it goes down in moisture content, things start to happen, especially from 13-17%, when it changes the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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