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Yes, it made sense, Stig. It seems like the best method. Scott, it's an interesting idea about keeping a drying out piece moistened, and I know that at least one type of kiln has steam being applied, but i think it's more for color than to prevent cracking. The thing is, sun or heat will...

Good question about the thickness.... It both occurs that thicker could increase the tendency to crack, and also help prevent it. How about an inch and a half extra on each side and go for broke. Gee, a kiln for rounds.... Normally, kilns create a rather hostile environment for wood, and...

I don't think it could hurt, and cinch it up every now and then. If the glycol isn't usable, then I would take some white glue and thin it a bit with water, then smear it thick all over the round, every surface. Keep the air from contacting the wood. Maybe take a peek in two years. How thick...

Is that why your wife married you, Willie, 'cause you can keep a conversation going? Better research if glycol is the same as polyethylene glycol. It has to get absorbed into the cells, I dunno about a big block like that...?

He probably had an exceptional eye for material, some wood is docile, but other stuff appearing similar has it's own mind about things. He also must have lived in or provided a good environment for woodworking. If he had lived in Western Oregon, and then sent a violin to Arizona, his customer...

I would have mentioned polyethylene glycol, but I don't think that it is practical....or even possible, with larger material. Cutting at an angle is an interesting idea. It seems like it could allow for a bit more wood contraction without cracking. I don't think I would take it to the bank...

If the wood is a species that will want to warp or crack a lot, you are better off keeping it on the log form for a time to lose the initial moisture while the movement is locked up, then sawing it will usually give more stable material. Taking off the bark can help in keeping out the bugs...