What are Siberian Larch’s properties?
Siberian Larch is becoming a very popular cladding timber due to its natural durability and attractive light appearance. Siberian Larch is a dense and hard. The Larch grows as the name suggests in central Siberia where there are about 600 million acres of Forest half of which is Larch. Stocks of standing timber are increasing which means this is a sustainable resource.
Because of its slow growth, Siberian Larch has incredibly tight growth rings and a very dense, fine grain. The application of a high-quality stain can accentuate this beautiful natural tapestry, making the wood a distinguished and sought-after choice in architectural design circles.
Siberian Larch heartwood is naturally durable when left untreated, it has a high natural resistance to rot & fungus and it will has 50 year expected durability if untreated!
Upon close inspection of some Siberian Larch timber, subtle colours can appear, from creamy whites to reddish browns. If left for around two years without any treatment, the wood will attain a natural grey ‘weathered’ look which, depending on your vision, is no bad thing. Monochromatic designs can add a touch of distinguished class!
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Siberian larch timber quick tips
Sort your lengths. Make sure you’ve set them all up. We recommend ordering 10% more to cover waste material.
Siberian larch is very hard and dense wood. Use professional equipment for best results.
We recommend using only high quality stainless steel screws to avoid corrosion and stains on the wood.
OSMO wood protection offers effective multiple protection against UV rays and harsh environmental conditions.