Vacuum Kiln Drying

Table of contents

  • Contents
  • Foreword
  • Acknowledgments
  • Warning—Disclaimer
  • Introduction
  • Section 1: The Nature of Wood
    • Why dry wood at all?
    • The nature of “green” wood
    • The nature of water in wood
    • Why does wood crack?
    • What is dry?
    • How dry is dry enough?
    • Ways to speed up drying time
  • Section 2: How and Why Vacuum Kiln Drying Works
    • Why vacuum dry?
    • Why does vacuum drying work?
    • How does a vacuum kiln work?
    • Ways to heat wood in a vacuum
  • Section 3: How to Make an Inexpensive Vacuum Kiln
    • Details of required items
    • Details of optional items
    • Possible additional costs you might have
    • How much does it cost to build?
  • Section 4: Techniques for Vacuum Drying Wood
    • The process in detail
    • The results
    • Frequently asked questions
  • Afterword
  • Appendix I - Resources
    • Useful websites
    • Parts suppliers
  • Appendix II – Drying Notes Template
  • Appendix III – Charts & Graphs
    • Equilibrium moisture content
    • The boiling point of liquids
    • Comparison pressure measurements
    • Conversion factors
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