Wood Moisture Content Calculator
Oven-Dry Method
Calculate moisture content from wet and oven-dry weights
Formula
MC% = ((Wet Weight - Dry Weight) / Dry Weight) x 100 | Target Weight = Dry Weight x (1 + Target MC/100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What moisture content should wood be for furniture?
For indoor furniture, wood should be dried to 6-8% moisture content. This matches the equilibrium moisture content of most heated indoor environments.
How does a pin moisture meter work?
Pin meters measure electrical resistance between two pins driven into the wood. Higher moisture content means lower resistance. They are accurate in the 6-30% range.
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