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DC:

--- Quote from: Pat B on October 07, 2019, 11:45:12 am ---
When I heat straighten them I notice steam coming from the end as I work along their length.

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I've noticed steam coming from garden stakes that are who knows how old. It surprised me.

Pat B:
I think it is moisture from the atmosphere just like with bow wood.

bownarra:
For a bit of fun heat up some green canes quickly over a fire.....:)

sleek:

--- Quote from: bownarra on October 13, 2019, 12:46:49 pm ---For a bit of fun heat up some green canes quickly over a fire.....:)

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Better yet, grab the largest diameter ones you can find and toss them IN the fire!

DC:
I just spent two days throwing the tops  in the fire. Even an eighth inch cane makes a good snap. :D

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