Product Description: Larch Timber Our live edge timbers can be cut down to square edge, select this option in the drop-down above. Do call us or get in touch on our Contact Us page and speak to our passionate team if you have any queries. Overview Originating from the cooler regions of the Northern Hemisphere, Larch stands as a unique softwood that boasts qualities akin to hardwoods. With its alluring reddish-brown hue and robustness, it seamlessly merges aesthetic appeal with durability. Often employed in exterior projects due to its resistance to rot, it shines equally in interior decor, flooring, and joinery. Appearance Board Edges: Waney Edge / Live Edge or Square Edge. Colour & Grain: Larch displays a spectrum from light golden brown to deeper reddish tones. Its grain is typically straight, occasionally interwoven, imparting a rich texture. Patterns: While most it presents a steady grain pattern, periodic knots or grain deviations can accentuate its rustic allure. Special Note: Due to its vibrant natural colour, Larch can be left untreated to age gracefully or can be finished to highlight its tones. For those seeking resilience combined with organic beauty, Timber Lot’s Larch Timber is a prime selection. Technical Specification Common Name: Popularly known as Larch. Family: Pinaceae Genus: Larix Measurement Details: Supplied in cubic metres (M3) (1M3 is tantamount to 35.315 Ft3.) Weight (Kiln Dried): 590 KG/M3. Format: Waney edge sawn boards or straight edge sawn boards. Width: Plank widths begin at 150mm, potentially beyond 250mm – call us if you have specific requirements. Uses of Larch Exterior Cladding: Larch’s inherent resistance to decay earmarks it for external applications like cladding. Flooring: With its arresting hues and durability, it finds extensive use in flooring solutions. Furniture: The wood’s versatile texture and colour palette render it apt for various furniture pieces. Joinery: Windows, doors, and mouldings crafted from it resonate with both modern and traditional aesthetics. Decking: Thanks to its robust nature, it is a preferred choice for outdoor decking. Boat Building: Larch’s water-resistant qualities have historically been utilised in boat crafting. Characteristics of Larch Colour: Spanning from golden browns to reddish hues, it exudes warmth and vitality. Grain: Larch is recognised for its predominantly straight grain, punctuated occasionally by knots, offering a textured appeal. Durability: Unique amongst softwoods, it boasts a durability that rivals many hardwoods. Workability: While resilient, it remains amenable to crafting, sawing, and finishing, endearing it to artisans. Finishing: Whether left to silver naturally or treated to maintain its hue, it accepts a variety of finishes gracefully. Texture: Its varied grain and occasional knots render it both tactile and visually compelling Further details about our Grades can be found here.
