Pine & softwoods
Storing pine boards between buying and building
Protect and support timber between delivery and preparation, with the material information kept alongside it.
14 Oct 2026 · Jonah MercerJonah Mercer
Editorial pen name. Wood selection and practical buying questions.
Buying timber
The timber order checklist: grade, moisture and delivery
Put species, grade, dimensions, moisture condition and delivery in one written record before paying.
21 Mar 2025 · Jonah Mercer
Buying timber
Choosing a moisture meter for a small woodshop
Compare measuring method, depth, species correction and calibration before choosing a meter for your stock.
26 Apr 2024 · Jonah Mercer