Wood Drying & Kiln Operation Training
Gain expertise in wood drying and kiln operation to produce straighter boards with fewer defects and uniform moisture ideal for doors and frames. Master drying schedules for pine and oak, proper kiln loading, monitoring techniques, conditioning processes, and quality inspections designed for professional carpenters seeking reliable results.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This training provides hands-on, step-by-step skills to develop drying schedules for pine and oak, load kilns efficiently, and manage temperature, humidity, and airflow for reliable outcomes. Participants learn to interpret instruments, avoid and fix defects, operate equalization and conditioning cycles, and apply data, inspections, and standard procedures to consistently produce high-quality, stable wood.
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Develop skills
- Design kiln schedules: Create fast, safe drying plans for pine and oak lumber.
- Control kiln operations: Adjust heat, humidity, and airflow to prevent checks, warping, and stress.
- Measure moisture accurately: Use meters, samples, and logs for reliable moisture content control.
- Load and stack properly: Arrange airflow, stickers, and spacing to reduce defects.
- Inspect and condition wood: Test moisture, relieve stress, and decide on salvaging or rejecting batches.
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