Field notes

Practical guides for buying wood you cannot hold yet.

Measurement, moisture, species, finish, origin, and the small decisions that make a one-of-one slab easier to buy from a distance.

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Why Wood Moisture Changes in Transit, and Why That Is Normal
7 min

Why Wood Moisture Changes in Transit, and Why That Is Normal

A kiln-dried hardwood slab can leave at 8% moisture content and arrive at 9.5%. That does not signal a problem—it reflects normal adjustment as wood balances with its surrounding air.

KORENA
What Is EUDR? Why Wood Traceability Matters in Europe
12 min

What Is EUDR? Why Wood Traceability Matters in Europe

EUDR, the EU Deforestation Regulation, is changing how wood is sourced and sold across Europe. For hardwood buyers, workshops and suppliers, verified origin and traceable supply chains are becoming essential.

KORENA

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