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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
I had some bowl blanks crack on me, the were small slabs maybe 3-4 months old, maple. I brought them into my cellar when it started to get cold, I live in southern NY. I cut out the blanks. a few weeks later they were cracked. I have some out side Know that is green how can I bring them in if i want them before winter is over, they will probably be frozen as well. thanks Mike
 
#6 ·
Sounds like you brought in large piecs that you then cut into smaller pieces. Once I cut a log into blanks, I put the blanks in a plastic bag, not sealed but folded over, then rough turn them and wrap with heavy kraft paper to dry. I usually only cut enough for a couple of weeks. If the whole piece is cracking on you, try putting one in a plastic bag or closed cardboard box to slow down eavaporation.
 
#9 ·
the cracks are bigger and longer than I thought. 1 billet hasn't cracked yet.I put that in a paper bag and put that in a box. I'll turn that one soon. They should be fairly dry I cut the log up in july and it is only about 2" thick
 
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