Thermal modification

Thermal modification means that the wood is treated with water and heat (steam). This treatment gives the softwood a longer lifespan and makes the boards dimensionally stable. Thermal modification of wood offers several advantages.

Longer lifetime

The thermal modification ensures that the breeding ground for mold and insects is largely removed from the wood. This can extend the life of the wood for years, sometimes even up to 25 or 30 years. This means you can enjoy wooden facade cladding made from thermally modified wood for years to come.

Lightweight and dimensional stability

The thermal modification makes the wood very stable. During the modification process, much of the moisture is evaporated from the wood, making the wood significantly lighter than before treatment. In addition, the molecular structure has changed so much that the wood hardly absorbs any moisture. The lower moisture content and low absorption ensure that the wood hardly shows any deformation.

Color

Thermal modification not only ensures higher quality and durability, but also gives the wood a warmer color. After the treatment, the wood takes on a color between light brown and brown, depending on the type of wood. This warm tone gives the wood a modern and luxurious look when used to clad a building.

Environmentally friendly

The thermal modification of our wood is carried out using heat and water, unlike other treatments, no chemical agents are used.