At Ohio Timber Works, we specialize in delivering consistently high-quality kiln-dried hardwood—perfect for applications like indoor furniture, flooring, cabinetry, and more. Our kiln-drying process is finely tuned to produce wood that performs reliably and looks beautiful.
Dehumidification Kilns: The Modern Standard
We utilize dehumidification kilns—highly efficient systems that circulate dry air over lumber and condense moisture to remove it cleanly. These kilns operate at moderate temperatures (often up to ~150 °F), using significantly less energy than traditional systems.
Expert Moisture Control
We precisely regulate temperature, humidity, and airflow inside our kiln to achieve your target moisture content—typically 6% to 8%. This attention ensures even drying and helps prevent warping, splitting, or stress cracks before the wood even leaves our facility.
Peace of Mind, Every Time
The controlled environment inside our modern dehumidification kilns ensures consistent results across species and thicknesses. This means reliable performance whether you’re using oak for flooring, maple for cabinetry, or walnut for tabletops.
Superior Stability & Durability
Kiln-dried wood is notably stronger, lighter to handle, and more resistant to fungal decay and insect infestation. It accepts adhesives, finishes, and preservatives more uniformly than green lumber.
Our Process & Technology
Dehumidification Kilns: The Modern Standard
We utilize dehumidification kilns—highly efficient systems that circulate dry air over lumber and condense moisture to remove it cleanly. These kilns operate at moderate temperatures (often up to ~150 °F), using significantly less energy than traditional systems.
Quality Assurance
Throughout the drying cycle, we monitor moisture levels with digital sensors and adjust environmental conditions to prevent casehardening, checks, or honeycombing. If needed, we perform a high-humidity equalization step at the end of the schedule to relieve stress and further stabilize each load.
Tailored Drying Schedules
Each wood species and thickness responds differently to heat and humidity. We employ customized drying schedules—from air-dry preconditioning to carefully staged temperature ramps and humidity control—to optimize drying time while minimizing defects.
Why Choose Kiln-Dried Hardwood?
- Enhanced dimensional stability: reduced swelling, shrinkage, and warping.
- Improved strength and performance, especially when machined, sanded, or glued.
- Lower transport weight—a cost-saving advantage for shipping and handling.
- Better acceptance of finishes, stains, and sealants.
- Longer lifespan for indoor applications.
These benefits make kiln-dried hardwood a preferred material for high-end woodworking, contract-grade installations, and precise joinery.
Applications and Use Cases
Our kiln-dried lumber is ideal for:
- Hardwood flooring and decking
- Fine furniture and cabinetry
- Live-edge slabs and live-edge furniture builds
- Custom milling—rough-sawn dimensional lumber ready to cut or finish
Whether you’re a professional contractor or a dedicated DIY woodworker, our kiln-dried stock offers consistent quality you can depend on.
Ready to get started? Whether you’re a contractor, craftsman, designer, or sawmill operator, we’re here to help you with your wholesale kiln-dried lumber. Contact Ohio Timber Works today for a quote, to schedule a kiln run, or to learn more about our lumber services. Let’s turn your raw timber into something remarkable.