Drying And Storage - RAIS/attika Q-TEE II Manuel D'utilisateur

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The following table shows the calorific value of different types of wood, which have been
stored for 2 years, and which have a residual moisture of 15-17%.
Wood
Hornbeam
Beech and oak
Ash
Maple
Birch
Mountain pine
Fir
Poplar
1 kg of wood yields the same heat energy irrespective of wood type.
1 kg beech merely takes up less space than 1 kg of fir.

Drying and storage

Drying wood takes time. Proper air drying takes approx. 2 years.
Here are some tips:
• Store the wood sawn, split and stacked in an airy, sunny place, which is protected
against rain (the south side of the house is particularly suitable).
• Store the firewood stacks at a hand's breadth apart, as this ensures that the air flow-
ing through takes the moisture with it.
• Avoid covering the firewood stacks with plastic, as this prevents the moisture from
escaping.
• It is a good idea to bring the firewood into the house 2-3 days before you need it.
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Kg dry wood pr. m
640
580
570
540
510
480
390
380
compared to beech/oak
3
110%
100%
98%
93%
88%
83%
67%
65%