Wood Resource Ltd - Siberian Larchwood

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Siberian Larchwood

Siberian Larchwood (Larix Sibirica) is one of the heaviest coniferous woods. The genus larix contains a dozen or more varieties growing across the northern hemisphere - from North America to Central Europe, throughout Northern Russia and across to Asia. But the markets perceive the real article to be that which grows in the forests of central Siberia, the true Siberian Larchwood.

Siberia is made up of 589 million acres of forest land, of which 56% is Larchwood.

Novo/NE produces Larchwood for export in grades of U/S - SF - IV - V.

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LARCHWOOD - MAIN PROPERTIES

- One of the best coniferous woods in the forest
- Much lower moisture absorption levels compared with fir.
- Impregnation unnecessary.
- High durability and very resistant to rot and fungus.
- Ideal for outdoor construction and panelling.
- High mechanical resistance and very good pressure resistance.
- Excellent wear resistance (Class II).
- Slow growth.
- Minimal sapwood.
- High density - very inflammable.
- Non-corrosive, no problems for sawing, drilling, milling, or sanding.
- Aesthetically pleasing to the eye; warm colours from golden brown to yellow sssand orange in the heartwood.
- Naturally beautiful timber - so no finishing required

LARCHWOOD - APPLICATIONS

- All kinds of indoor and outdoor applications.
- Inside : flooring, stairs, walls, doors, frames, and furniture.
- Outside : panelling, window frames, decking, garden furniture, and siding.
- For most outside applications a moisture content of 18-24% is sufficient.
- For indoor applications the Larchwood should be kiln dried 12-14% mc.
- Checking can occur if the drying process is too fast.
- It is a hard softwood so it is recommended to use hard metal based tools