The Forestry Forum

I know it is very expensive to operate but can anyone tell me if it is possible to build a ki;n put of a well insulated box 12 x7x7 using an electric heater? would this work for a one time use and if so what would I need to build it?

I would think that a baseboard heater would last for a few loads. In fact, the case would get ugly fast but the fin tube might last a long time. How many watts do you need? That would really depend on what you are drying and how long you want to spend.

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I allready have the insulated box and I am just wanting to dry some pine siding right now. I can only use it in the winter so solar would not work. I only plan to do 2 loads for now. I was going to use a 4500 watt 220 volt heater and perhaps 4 household box fans. what type of control would I need to vent out the moisture and where can I get it?  Any idea what temp I should run this at and how long it would take for 4/4 pine?    Thanks  Steve

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