Finishing
Drying method records how moisture was removed from the wood.
Common entries include green, air-dried, kiln-dried and combinations of air and kiln drying. The method adds context to a current moisture reading.
It does not replace measurement. Storage after drying can change the condition substantially.
More terms
Moisture content is the amount of water in wood expressed as a percentage of its oven-dry mass.
Kiln-dried wood has been dried in a controlled chamber using managed heat, humidity and airflow.
Green wood is freshly cut or still holds a high level of moisture from the living tree.
Air-dried wood has lost moisture through natural airflow without relying solely on a heated kiln.