A wood moisture meter is an invaluable tool when working with
different types of lumber and construction products. A moisture
meter measures the moisture levels of items such as firewood,
furniture wood and wood flooring. Wood craftsmen, furniture
makers, cabinetmakers and woodworkers all find a wood moisture
meter an essential tool in woodworking. Excess moisture can make
wood difficult to work with and unstable to use in a project.
Even do-it-yourself woodworkers are advised to test the moisture
of wood, before using it, to ensure top quality. Wood moisture
meters come in two types, pin and pinless. Learn more
information about the differences between Pin and Pinless meters
by reading our blog Pin vs. Pinless Moisture Meters. A pin model
uses an electric current and has a pin that is used to insert
into the timber. A pinless model uses an electromagnetic field
to measure moisture content and does not have a pin to insert.
While both types are accurate for measuring moisture levels in
wood, there are advanta