Moisture Matters Blog

IWF Blog Series with the Wood Doctor!

The 2022 International Woodworking Fair (IWF) tradeshow is coming soon, and Delmhorst is proud to be a part of this world-class woodworking event again! The IWF tradeshow brings together hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of professionals to address the latest ... Read More

Moisture Meters: An Essential Tool in the Hardwood Flooring Industry

This opening article in our in-depth series explores the unique moisture meter needs within the hardwood flooring industry. We will look at the various stages of hardwood flooring and why installers need to maintain optimal moisture levels throughout a project. Read More

How Out of the Woods Forestry Produces Quality Kiln-Dried Lumber – While Saving Time and Money

Company Profile Out of the Woods Forestry has been Kingsport, Tennessee’s woodworking and sawmill authority for a decade. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology (their trusty Wood-Mizer dry kiln and LT35 sawmill), owner Nathan Elliott and associates expertly handle ... Read More

Moisture Meters and Product Support for the Hay Industry

Hay producers require quality moisture meters to help maintain optimal moisture levels throughout each stage of production. Our case study highlights the challenges an end-user faces within the hay industry and outlines how we provide quality solutions to meet our ... Read More

USING FLOORING MOISTURE METERS TO PROTECT YOUR DIY HARDWOOD FLOOR INSTALLATION

When you’re installing hardwood floors as part of a DIY home renovation project, odds are you want to make sure that the hardwood you’re using is protected. After all, hardwood is a beautiful flooring material, and the highest-quality wood floors can be very expensive. Read More

How to Get the Most Out of Your Moisture Meter: A Guide for All of Your Hay Needs

The fourth article in our blog series follows from our previous piece that explored Delmhorst’s wide range of moisture meters for hay production and management purposes. Our last article narrowed down the features and advantages of various moisture meter models for ... Read More

Your Guide to Choosing the Best Moisture Meter to Assist With Your Hay Needs

In the third part of our series, we dive deeper into how Delmhorst's specialized moisture meters can fulfill the requirements of the hay industry. Building on insights from the previous article about the fundamental benefits of implementing quality moisture meters, we ... Read More

What’s the Ideal Moisture Content for Wood Flooring?

Working with wood flooring materials isn’t an easy job. When high-quality wood is installed well, it can be one of the most beautiful and long-lasting flooring materials on the market. Read More

The Benefits of High-Quality Moisture Meters for Hay Producers

This second installment of our industry series highlights the specific benefits of quality moisture meters for hay producers. Moisture content (MC) regulation in hay is critical for quality as well as safety, and the most experienced farmers never rely on guesswork to ... Read More

What is Equilibrium Moisture Content, and Why is it Important?

In many different industries that involve the use of wood or other hygroscopic materials, you might hear the term “EMC” mentioned from time to time. While industry veterans are familiar with this term, to those who are new to the woodworking, flooring, or restoration ... Read More