Moisture Matters Blog

For decades, moisture meters have been used by professionals in the farming, restoration, woodworking, and flooring industries to check the moisture content (%MC) of the materials they work with. Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Thermo-hygrometers, or relative humidity (RH) meters, are powerful instruments used on large construction materials like concrete to measure the presence of moisture. By measuring RH and temperature, thermo-hygrometers enable contractors and craftsmen to know when a ... Read More

Should water infiltrate your property during a flood, having a moisture meter on hand plays an essential role in identifying the amount of damage and penetration within the structure. Moisture meters help property owners file in-depth insurance claims which detail the ... Read More