How to flatten warped wood

“Can I use 3/4″ or 1″ exterior grade plywood or OSB for stickers, for air drying lumber – or do I have to use kiln-dried material?”

People ask for plywood that doesn’t warp all the time. There is no such thing. One of the characteristics of any plywood is that it doesn’t warp as badly as lumber boards. Even so, it can still warp, especially lumber-cored plywood.

From a viewer, Tom Headrick: To straighten warped wood, I soak in water. Or i...

Warping wood due to too much water is a common thing. But when it becomes a recurring issue, you can always try this simple trick. Just mix some salt with water and pour it over the warped area. After 10 minutes, the wood will have returned to normal. #homerepair #homedecor You Can Check It Out to https://diyquickly.com/how-to-fix-warped-wood-from-water/

Wood warps from exposure to moisture which curves plywood or boards for sub-flooring or framing a home. As humidity or moisture from rain water falls onto the wood, the lumber absorbs the liquid causing it to expand and bend.

George Vondriska teaches you how to flatten plywood and if that doesn't work suggests an alternative, oak mdf, for next time.

Here are some tips and tricks on how to unwarp wood properly so your piece can be used as efficiently as possible.

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