If you ever receive something from us that’s absolutely unworkable, let us replace it for you.
The more you know about how to remove warp, cups, twist, and crook from boards, the more you’ll realize that they’re not as bad as they look.
First: Learning How to Fix Minor Warping Problems Is a Part of Woodworking
Second: You Need to Understand Some Basics about Wood
To a large degree, flattening non-perfect wood is just a part of woodworking. This is because wood moves unpredictably and according to its environment and how it’s stored.
Sometimes the movement is very subtle and manageable, other times it’s severe. Kiln dried lumber minimizes problems, but doesn’t eliminate them.
Wood is a hygroscopic material, which means it absorbs and releases moisture to stay in equilibrium with its environment. On a rainy or humid day, wood fibers will swell because there’s more moisture in the air. And the opposite is true on a dry day. So, as wood expands and contracts, it moves. When wood expands and contracts, it can result in any kind of warping such as cupping, twisting, crooking, or bowing.
Third: Here’s What We Can Do For You
If you ever receive something from us that’s absolutely unworkable, let us replace it for you.
Notify us within 3 days of receiving your order. After that point, we can’t be responsible for how the wood moves.
