Blank Storage

[HMH]

I am new to pen turning and wood working in general. I have been aquiring unique pieces of wood faster than I can use it. I am now trying to store the wood in my garage. I have no climate control and the temperature in the garage will hit over 120 degrees during the summer and teens during the winter. Humidity will like wise range from 8-9% during the summer to 40-50% in the spring and fall. How should I store the wood to prevent it from damage during the temperature and humidity extremes?

 

[1080Wayne]

Immediately wax seal the ends of anything acquired from east of the Mississippi and the west or gulf coasts to minimize end checking . Once they are dry , just let them change with the seasons .

 

[Dan Hintz]

Just make sure you let them "re-acclimatize" before turning... a severely dry blank turned and left indoors may do some odd things on you.