Many factors effect wooden products over time. Large timbers when green will dry naturally and over time the wood will "check". This means the moisture from the wood is leaving the wood through natural channels found in the wood grain. The result of this will often lead to the wood twisting or bowing. The benefit of our Kiln dried timbers is that the moisture has been drawn out of the wood fibers through accelerated radio frequencies combined with low heat within a vacuum.  Sensors monitor the wood's internal tempature and moisture levels to ensure a quality product. The end result is a wood product with an average moisture content of 8%, which is suitable for use without the fear of the wood checking dramatically in your finished product. This, combined with superior customer service, will make New York RFV Kilns your first choice.
  • With an average drying time of 5 to 10 days, your company can minimize costly inventory.
  • RFV drying technology is environmentally friendly, no air emissions, and is part of our effort to keep green.
  • Provide a product that has a final moisture content perfect for your projects needs.
  • The customer’s comfort level will increase dramatically knowing that the product is stable and that there will be no further movement in the months and years after construction.  
  • Eliminate the risk of stain/mold/mildew development that may otherwise occur with air-drying.
  • The kiln-drying process effectively mitigates the risk of specific pests such as pinewood nematodes and wood boring larvae.
  • Wood resin or pitch is crystallized which minimizes any seepage to the surface over time.
  • Preservatives/finishes can be applied immediately after construction.
  • Since the timbers are “pre-shrunk” and dimensionally stable, doors and windows don’t bind.
  • Dimensionally stable timbers minimize your company's warranty claims or call backs and increase your ROI.
  • It is interesting to note that an average 1,000 sq, ft. timber frame home can have 5,000 lbs of water removed from the wood during the drying process. This makes the timbers lighter in weight and easier to handle.  

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