Top job mate!Key to a good efficient oven/kiln is airtightness, looks like you got it down:) I use aluminium tape on the inside of my oven to seal all internal corners to stop air escaping,but i think the white plastic foam you are using is doing pretty much the same thing. Looking forward to all the cool/well seasoned furniture projects to come out of it!
I do the same in a 20 ft container. A bit more wood but the principle is the same. It works best if you heat and remove moisture during the day and switch off the electricity at night. This gives the wood time to relax. There are fewer cracks and it does not warp. I assume that you use the anchor seal.
Hi Andy ive only just recently come across your channel and its great, I'm not a time served joiner, more of a hobby, a labour of love if you like. Ive done a few projects over the years and my next one is to make a set of double framed ledge and brace gates. I notice you use a lot of oak in yours is there a decent soft wood other than the usual joinery red woods that you could recommend. Regards Dave
I don't know if it's the same where you live but kiln dried wood in the Midwest of America goes for almost 3x what it goes for "green". I've been thinking of building my own kiln to cut down on costs. From what I've been reading these kilns can bring the moisture content of green wood down to a usable level around 30 days. Is there any real negative to using this over buying wood that's been air dried for a number of years?
Some wood really need to sit around for a year or 2 like oak , but do some research as other wood types can dry just fine from green . And year kiln drive wood is around 3 times the money but then again it normally a higher grade as no one dries the bad stuff . Good luck with your kiln it very useful that for sure
Air drying does a great job, with the provision you carefully monitor the timber as cell collapse can be a big issue especially if you use the final product where structural strength is required. The “seasoning” of green timber including cell collapse and case hardening is a science of its own ad when you get it right you a first class product. A good reference source is the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation of Australia (CSIRO).
@Robert Like MW said, some wood will change when kiln-dried (walnut can darken up and some of the character gets lost). In general, the biggest negative is the cost (it's not cheap to heat up a big box for a few weeks). That heat is the difference from air drying though- a kiln not only pulls moisture out of the timber much faster, but also kills insects that may be living within. Slabs with deep checks, crotch or anything that is "spalted" is at high risk for carpenter ants, powderpost beetles or even termites to be present. It doesn't have to be a total infestation; all it takes is a small isolated spot where they can harbor and after a couple years of sitting there to air dry on a rack they can spread throughout the slab or neighboring boards (especially if it is air drying outdoors where the insects can still find water)
@@ManorWood I'm eager to see it. I googled and youtube anything about kilns I could get my hands on. You design and ideas are most def in my top 3 so if your break is over, please start with the kiln videos :D
Nice job with the build!~ Got plans, never was able to get the sketch up to work but nbd. Quick question, over that span in front, have you had any sagging in the roof in the middle? wondering if you think building it same way again is how you would do it in that regard? I am only going 12' foot wide, so was thinking about only making 8' door, with a 4' stationary section that would help prevent sagging. Maybe that's not needed? Would be nice to be able to open it up fully in front like you have- thoughts? any input you share is appreciated!!
I haven’t had a problem with sag , as the door support the roof . Maybe I would make the kiln a little deeper next time as wide slabs can be tight but that’s it
My father passed away last year , That Phil my wages step day and a great help when he visits he always bring his work gear and I try to plain a 2 man job around ever visit . We have great fun
Super job Andy unreal build love it......thanks for sharing again 👍👍👍👍👍👍🇮🇪
Andy,Great build. Never thought I would see the day Celotex cut on a Altendorf, Lol.Mark.
That is awesome. This video is in my favourites, so when I decide to build one I will buy the plants.
Thorough as usual. Nice execution.
A really good construction very solid and movable which is a big bonus keep the videos coming Andy
Serious saw envy
Good job!
Looking to build something similar to dry firewood but with the use of waste wood as the heat source
Great build, wondered when you were going to show it off
Great job! I wish I had space for one.
Top job mate!Key to a good efficient oven/kiln is airtightness, looks like you got it down:) I use aluminium tape on the inside of my oven to seal all internal corners to stop air escaping,but i think the white plastic foam you are using is doing pretty much the same thing.
Looking forward to all the cool/well seasoned furniture projects to come out of it!
The foam really does work :) I didn’t use Any caulk on this
What happened to the plans? The website is not available.
It looks nive, great work.
That's a pretty well thoughtout system for an on the fly build. 👌🏽
Bloody brilliant job Andy 👍🏽
pro tip: watch series on kaldrostream. Me and my gf have been using it for watching all kinds of movies during the lockdown.
@Austin Taylor Yea, I've been watching on kaldrostream for since november myself :D
@Austin Taylor yup, have been using KaldroStream for since november myself =)
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I do the same in a 20 ft container. A bit more wood but the principle is the same. It works best if you heat and remove moisture during the day and switch off the electricity at night. This gives the wood time to relax. There are fewer cracks and it does not warp. I assume that you use the anchor seal.
What kind of heater can I use that will get hot enough for sterilization?
Hi Andy ive only just recently come across your channel and its great, I'm not a time served joiner, more of a hobby, a labour of love if you like. Ive done a few projects over the years and my next one is to make a set of double framed ledge and brace gates. I notice you use a lot of oak in yours is there a decent soft wood other than the usual joinery red woods that you could recommend.
Regards Dave
Western Red Cedar !
Thanks very much. 👍
An you do a big sterilization in it - meaning get it up above 135 F for over 24 hours?
What do you think about doing this in a shipping container during the summer?
How much did it cost u to build the kiln?
Says your pdf isn't available
I don't know if it's the same where you live but kiln dried wood in the Midwest of America goes for almost 3x what it goes for "green". I've been thinking of building my own kiln to cut down on costs. From what I've been reading these kilns can bring the moisture content of green wood down to a usable level around 30 days. Is there any real negative to using this over buying wood that's been air dried for a number of years?
Some wood really need to sit around for a year or 2 like oak , but do some research as other wood types can dry just fine from green . And year kiln drive wood is around 3 times the money but then again it normally a higher grade as no one dries the bad stuff . Good luck with your kiln it very useful that for sure
Air drying does a great job, with the provision you carefully monitor the timber as cell collapse can be a big issue especially if you use the final product where structural strength is required. The “seasoning” of green timber including cell collapse and case hardening is a science of its own ad when you get it right you a first class product. A good reference source is the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation of Australia (CSIRO).
@Robert Like MW said, some wood will change when kiln-dried (walnut can darken up and some of the character gets lost). In general, the biggest negative is the cost (it's not cheap to heat up a big box for a few weeks). That heat is the difference from air drying though- a kiln not only pulls moisture out of the timber much faster, but also kills insects that may be living within. Slabs with deep checks, crotch or anything that is "spalted" is at high risk for carpenter ants, powderpost beetles or even termites to be present. It doesn't have to be a total infestation; all it takes is a small isolated spot where they can harbor and after a couple years of sitting there to air dry on a rack they can spread throughout the slab or neighboring boards (especially if it is air drying outdoors where the insects can still find water)
Curious when that next videonis coming :D
Enjoying a nice break from editing :). not sure for UA-cam but I have a lot of stuff filmed ..
@@ManorWood I'm eager to see it. I googled and youtube anything about kilns I could get my hands on. You design and ideas are most def in my top 3 so if your break is over, please start with the kiln videos :D
@@ManorWood what are the fans you are using please?
I am having a hard time finding something suitable.
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Nice job with the build!~ Got plans, never was able to get the sketch up to work but nbd. Quick question, over that span in front, have you had any sagging in the roof in the middle? wondering if you think building it same way again is how you would do it in that regard? I am only going 12' foot wide, so was thinking about only making 8' door, with a 4' stationary section that would help prevent sagging. Maybe that's not needed? Would be nice to be able to open it up fully in front like you have- thoughts? any input you share is appreciated!!
I haven’t had a problem with sag , as the door support the roof . Maybe I would make the kiln a little deeper next time as wide slabs can be tight but that’s it
Can oak lumber be dried in this way? How long does it take to dry?
35 days after 2 years air dried.
The person working on the left must be your father. I hope health and safety are always together.
My father passed away last year , That Phil my wages step day and a great help when he visits he always bring his work gear and I try to plain a 2 man job around ever visit . We have great fun
@@ManorWood I'm so sorry. I'd like to say sorry again. I hope that good things will always
be with you as well as your health.