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Episode Synopsis
In episode 4 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen emphasizes the importance of using high-quality lumber with the correct moisture levels, explaining the significance of the KDHT (Kiln-Dried and Heat Treated) designation. Tune in for insights that bridge the gap between forestry and construction!TIMESTAMPS[00:01:07] Lumber moisture content importance.[00:05:28] Cross-laminated timber benefits.[00:12:19] Lumber drying quality differences.[00:13:02] Cost-saving construction techniques.QUOTES"The beauty of cross-laminated timber is that you are putting the layers in long ways, and then you put another layer in this way, so it's not shrinking in the same direction."“It's really important to get that moisture content as close to the end installation point as possible. But that's also a little bit tricky, too. And I think it's a place that we are learning more about as an industry, both in the building industry, construction, and design.”SOCIAL MEDIA LINKSRuss VaagenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/WEBSITEVaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/
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