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Shed
- Al (1st Jul 2018 - 07:35:45)
I have recently bought a new tongue and groove shed from Shedstore. After assembling it with the help of a friend it looked pretty impressive but after two months I have noticed a few of the end slats next to door are warping and showing slight gaps. The question I am asking is are the slats warping due to heat shrinkage and will they close up in cooler weather? Not sure whether I need to reinforce the the inside or what to cover gaps. Any help would be grateful.
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Re: Shed
- Gr (1st Jul 2018 - 14:55:06)
Wood will move with changes in temperature and moisture in its width its a natural product doesnt matter what treatment it WILL move
The amount of movement will depend how it was sawn ie grain direction in relation to the face
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Re: Shed
- Fred Splinge (1st Jul 2018 - 16:45:22)
Hi Al,
GR is an expert on wood but in practical terms i think you will find that a good soaking with rain will help no end as wood swells with water and shrinks when dry.
Good luck,Fred
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Re: Shed
- Gr (1st Jul 2018 - 23:16:46)
Yes increased moisture content will make the timber swell
I guess been involved with wood for quite a number of years
Turned a wood working hobby into a job so cannot complain
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