Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you're new to woodworking or a seasoned professional, we know questions come up.
From how kiln drying works to what you can expect, it’s all covered. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, reach out — we’re happy to answer your questions.
FAQs
What is a vacuum kiln?
It is a kiln that utilizes a vacuum technology to lower the temperature at which water boils and evaporates, speeding up the time it takes to dry wood. Vacuum pressure also sucks water from the core to the outside of the wood, allowing it to dry from inside out. This helps with the stability of the wood and results in less warping. When wood is air dried, it dries from the outside to the inside and because wood shrinks when it dries, this can cause stability and warping issues.
How long does it usually take?
We follow a 3-week cycle and it typically takes 1-2 cycles (3-6 weeks) depending upon the thickness of the wood and its moisture content.
What are your hours?
By appointment only - after 5 on the weekdays, with flexibility on the weekends. We have full-time jobs outside of Welhous Studio so regular weekday hours aren’t possible. We will be setting up regular hours on some Saturdays of the month.
How much does it cost?
You can check out our kiln drying services here;
Get unstuck with our design services here;
Our CNC rates here.
For a specific quote, feel free to email us at info@welhousstudio.com
Do you offer pick up/drop off service?
No, not at this time. Wood can be dropped off and picked up at our Garden City location. Drop off/pick up days are by appointment and usually Saturday afternoons. We will do our best to accommodate a drop off/pick up time after 5:00 during the week.
Does it need to be stickered?
No, but stickering your wood is a good idea if you’re going to let it sit for any amount of time. The moisture in the wood can cause mold to grow in even a few days. Once you bring it to the kiln, we will sticker the wood using our Air-O-flow kiln sticks from DHM Company. These kiln sticks are designed to provide maximum air flow in the kiln to get you the best results.
Do you offer discounts for flattening slabs?
Yes, we offer a discounted rate on our CNC Flattening Services after your wood had been dried in the kiln.
Can Welhous Studio make my table?
No, we do not offer custom furniture making at this time. We are happy to provide you a list of talented local woodworkers for all of your projects.
What do mean by design services?
Sometimes you can get stuck on project. Maybe you need to brainstorm or maybe you don’t have the exact tool you need to make your vision a reality. That is where we step in. We can create a model of your project - either digital with our CAD software or physical with our laser cutter - to help you decide which next step to take. Bob is a product developer by day and is knows how to take a concept to product and can help you get unstuck at any point along the way.