smoking with birch, and aging question


 
Status
Not open for further replies.
J

jason molinari

TVWBB Fan
Hey all, i just got myself some maple and birch wood chunks. Both are green, i cut them from a tree which was felled by a storm. How long do i need to age them for before using? I cut them into hockey puck size pieces so i could use them directly on the smoker without further cutting..

jason
 
Since you've already cut the wood into hockey-puck-sized pieces, you won't have to wait long at all.
Just keep the wood dry and it should be able to use within a month or so. The wood should be thorougly dry inside with no evidence of moisture when you cut a piece in half.
 
Right now its in a box in my basement. About 68% humidity..so a bit high..maybe i'll bring it upstairs...can i leave it in the box or should i spread it out?

jason
 
The wood will dry slightly faster if spread out, but it certainly won't hurt to leave it in the box.
 
Status
Not open for further replies.

 

Back
Top