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Reddit mentions of Wood Moisture Meter - Digital Moisture Detector Moisture Tester, Pin-Type Water Leak Detector Damp Tester Dampness Meter for Wood Building Material Firewood Walls Paper Floor (Silver)
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We found 2 Reddit mentions of Wood Moisture Meter - Digital Moisture Detector Moisture Tester, Pin-Type Water Leak Detector Damp Tester Dampness Meter for Wood Building Material Firewood Walls Paper Floor (Silver). Here are the top ones.
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- 【ACCURATE & QUICK MEASURING】- FIND HIDDEN WATER LEAKS IN WALLS AND SURFACES. Designed with 2 high precision pins, penetrate into the test surface and quickly know the moisture level in your walls,give you an estimate of the potential for moisture growth throughout your home.Tavool moisture meter for wood is the best way to identify the location of moisture buildup.NOTE:the Botanical name of RED OAK and WHITE OAK on the user manual list is “Quercus spp”, please switch to MODE “A” when testing!
- 【PROFESSIONAL DEVICE FOR WOOD MEASURING】- 8 CALIBRATION SCALES, FIND OUT THE %MC OF MANY DIFFERENT WOOD TYPES. Our wood moisture detector sensor is a great tool for manufacturers, flooring installers, inspectors, and lumber suppliers to quickly and easily scan the %MC (Moisture Content) in their wood products.You can quickly know the %MC is Low (5-12%), Medium (12-17%) or High (17-60%). Easily check %MC before purchasing or using expensive lumber and hardwoods and avoid cracks, splits, warping.
- 【USER FRIENDLY, SIMPLE TO UNDERSTAND】- EASY TO USE,BIG LED DISPLAY with BACKLIT, HOLD FUNCTION. Our Digital Moisture Detector designed with Large easy-to-read Backlit LED screen, and Hold key freezes readings.Moreover, it features Memory function,Max/Min moisture measurement,Temperature in C/F display and Automatic Power-off in 10 minutes without operation. This MULTI-FUNTIONAL moisture tester has sturdy, hand-friendly shape and rubber side grips let you take multiple measurements in comfort.
- 【TWO MEASURING MODE】- DESIGNED WITH WOOD and BUILDING MATERIAL TO MEET ALL YOUR NEEDS. Tavool moisture meter tester is ideal to use in WOODWORKING, BUILDING CONSTRUCTION, AGRICULTURE RESTORATION and floor-laying.The moisture contents of wood products such as hardwood flooring, cabinets, furniture, lumber, slats, beams, plywood, paneling, conglomerates, window frames, forestry wood, rolled products, building materials and more can be measured. A MUST HAVE DEVICE TO MAKE YOUR WORK EAISER.
- 【WHY CHOOSE TAVOOL MOISTURE METER】-Features LED display, wide measuring range(Wood: 6%-60%, Building materials: 0-40%), strong stainless steel pins, automatic shutdown function(10minutes) hold on function, Lightweight and easy carrying. By using Tavool mositure meter for working, professionals can ensure that they have consistent results!
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Specs:
| Color | Sliver |
| Height | 1.181102361 Inches |
| Length | 3.543307083 Inches |
| Weight | 0.18 Kilograms |
| Width | 5.905511805 Inches |
Before staining, you need to check the wood with a moisture meter. Everyone gives that old advice about waiting a month/90 days/two seasons/a year/etc., but that's from the days before cheap moisture meters were available. Wood needs to be at 12% moisture or dryer.
As for the black spots: scrub with a soft bristled brush and Barkeeper's Friend (or another product containing oxalic acid).
Unless the OP has built the deck in a arid mostly dry area with little to no rain/snow all a moisture meter will do is tell the OP when the moisture has dropped below the percentage needed for sealing. Climate wise, a few things are needed to be present; low humidity, dry and warm conditions above 60F (during the daytime hours). In order to hit all three currently, due to the season(s) we're entering,
currently waiting is warranted.
As to the moisture content, depending on the wood used I'd use a higher percentage for moisture content to be below 15% for kiln dried lumber and less than 17% for pressure treated lumber.
If the OP wants to get a moisture meter, they can get one from Amazon for less than $30.
https://www.amazon.com/Wood-Moisture-Meter-Detector-Pin-Type/dp/B07Q5TFB74