1. Introduction Natural seasoning (also known as air drying) is the oldest and most traditional method of reducing the moisture content (MC) of freshly felled (green) wood. The process involves stacking sawn timber in the open air, allowing atmospheric air to circulate around each piece, gradually evaporating its internal water. The goal of seasoning any wood is to bring its moisture content into equilibrium with the surrounding environment (typically 12–15% for outdoor use or 6–8% for indoor use), thereby improving its stability, strength, and workability.