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SKIPPER 5 MOISTURE METER USER GUIDE
f. The following moisture content levels are given
as a guide:
• Indoors wood: 6% in low humidity areas. Up
to12% in higher humidity locations.
• Exterior wood: 10% to 15% depending on local
humidity levels.
• Generally, wood moisture content in excess of
23% - 27% is susceptible to rot.
• Wood moisture content in excess of 18% - 20%
may support mold and biological growth.
• Wood above 28% moisture content is consid-
ered to have reached fibre saturation point.
When taking readings in chemically treated wood,
it is advisable to allow for possible effects that
the treatment may have on readings. The pres-
ence of different treatments, adhesives, etc. on
or within products could affect measurements.
Wood Decking
Excess moisture in wood decking or wooden ribbing or
framework can cause major problems, as will moisture
trapped in balsa cored construction.
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