Wood moisture approximate value
for firewood
Note: Above table is reference for checking
the status of firewood. If the measured wood
moisture level is 15 % or below, the firewood
is ideal for heating. If the measured wood
moisture level is from 16 to 20 % , the firewood
is medium dry. If the measured wood moisture
level is 21 % or above, the firewood is not suit-
able for heating and further drying is necessary.
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GB/IE/NI
21–
X
44 %
not suitable
for heating –
further dry-
ing
necessary