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**WildKingdom** · #1 07-30-04, 10:28 pm

Is Kiln dried pine the same as natural pine that has no chemicals added? I haven't been able to find any pine bedding that says kiln dried but did find some that said "all natural pine with no chemicals added". Same or not?

**kennethlhm** · #2 07-31-04, 12:33 am

It may not same. It could be air-dried only. It may still got the strong smell & oil.

**LiciaMommycott** · #3 07-31-04, 01:05 am

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Originally Posted by WildKingdom

Is Kiln dried pine the same as natural pine that has no chemicals added? I haven't been able to find any pine bedding that says kiln dried but did find some that said "all natural pine with no chemicals added". Same or not?

Kiln drying is a process that removes harmful oils (which are natural but still no good for pigs). I buy Norstar Kiln Dried Pine Shavings from a tack and feed store. It is also extremely cheap because it is sold in bulk for horse stalls. The performance has been great.

**LiciaMommycott** · #4 07-31-04, 01:09 am

Here's what I get...

http://www.norstarindustries.com/pro...php?product=16

**WildKingdom** · #5 07-31-04, 11:45 am

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Originally Posted by kennethlhm

It may not same. It could be air-dried only. It may still got the strong smell & oil.

The stuff I bought doesn't really have a smell at all. I think the package said no oils also. Hmmm.