Wood Movement Calculator

Calculate seasonal wood movement for panel design.

Horizontal measurement perpendicular to length.
in
Enter the moisture content change value for this calculation.
%
Multiplier used in the calculation.
Enter the grain: flat(1) quarter(0.5) value for this calculation.

Results

Expected Movement:
Calculated expected movement based on your inputs.
-in
Gap Allowance (each side):
Calculated gap allowance (each side) based on your inputs.
-in
Reference: Industry Standards. Tangential shrinkage approximately 2x radial.