From Fridge to Kiln – Woodturner John Harden’s DIY Project

In this video, woodturner John Harden from John Harden Designs shows off his DIY refrigerator kiln. See how John repurposed an old refrigerator into an efficient kiln for drying his wood. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, John’s DIY kiln is a clever, low-cost way to dry lumber.

Time Stamps:

• 0:00 Introduction
• 0:18 Circulation fans
• 0:23 Thermostat
• 0:39 Temperature setting
• 1:03 Types of lumber
• 1:38 Venting
• 2:11 Dry time
• 2:21 Adjusting venting and temperature
• 2:30 Dangers of quick drying
• 2:54 Highlighting flaws in wood
• 3:12 Lumber storage
• 4:00 Grafted bowl blank

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