Moisture Matters Blog

The Most Common Causes of a Bad Moisture Reading

Monitoring moisture is an important part of a surprising number of industries. In many of these industries, the need for an accurate, quantifiable moisture content reading of a material is so great that professionals frequently use specialized equipment for detecting ... Read More

Which Moisture Meter To Use For Cotton?

Moisture meters have been a useful tool for building inspections and for the overall safety of any indoor lifestyle. They help keep our families, employees, and customers safe with their electromagnetic waves and electrical resistance to help prevent and to help ... Read More

How to Measure Moisture in Paper/Wood Pulp

Have you ever wondered how much paper we recycle as Americans? The answer is half. Read More

Tips on Interpreting Moisture Meter Scales for Various Materials

With so many different materials and several specified scales to measure them with, it’s easy to see how ensuring a proper moisture meter reading can be a bit of a challenge. Even if you’re sure you have the right scale for your designated material, you still may have ... Read More

3 Factors that Affect Moisture Meter Readings

Professionals rely on precise measurements from their tools to get the job done right. Imprecise measurements can cause mistakes, delaying productivity and causing waste. Read More

How to Check Lumber Acclimation with Moisture Meters

If you’re in the process of a hardwood floor installation or a simple wood trim and casework, then you’re likely already aware of the importance of letting the wood product get adjusted to the environment before you begin anything. You see, wood is a complex, ... Read More

2 Thermo-Hygrometers for Your Restoration Project

Especially during summertime and storm season, rain-filled days are likely to increase and moisture has the potential to greatly affect the integrity of both commercial and residential properties. And this damage doesn’t only compromise the security of the building, ... Read More

Ensure Proper Moisture Readings with Species Corrections

Like many other natural materials, wood has several species that are used in construction or restoration projects. In the process of revitalizing a structure or building a new one from the ground up, it’s important to take into account the species of the wood. ... Read More

How Moisture Meters Ensure Sound Structure in Restorations

For building inspectors, contractors and restoration specialists, keeping buildings in tip-top shape is of the utmost importance. For contractors that come in to fix issues such as mold and water leaks, their main mission is to repair the problem and make the habitat ... Read More

Flooring Issues & How Moisture Meters Can Solve Them

As a flooring contractor or a restoration specialist, you know that flooring installation can become a tough task with all of the protocols and safety precautions that you have to keep in mind. However, when you’ve finished a project, your clients will be appreciative ... Read More