All about edged larch boards

Larch board is a fairly popular material in construction. It can be used for a variety of purposes. For outdoor work or for creating flooring, an edged type of raw material is used. In this article, we will consider the features, pros and cons, varieties, as well as the scope of application of edged larch boards.

Larch is a fairly well-known tree speciescharacterized by quality and value. It is more expensive when compared to pine or spruce planks, but it is chosen for its many advantages.

• Not afraid of high humidity... The structure of the board contains resins, therefore it is possible to guarantee the protection of the material from deformation or decay, even with regular contact with water. So, deciduous piles withstand decades at home in Venice.
• Mold protection. The presence of resins protects the board from the effects of a variety of fungal microorganisms.
• Attractive appearance. The luxurious texture of the larch board attracts the attention of buyers. It is excellent for a variety of finishing applications, although additional processing should not be avoided.
• Not afraid of oxidation. Larch boards do not oxidize, as a result they do not lose their original natural color for a long time.
• Hardness... As you know, conifers cannot boast of a solid structure, but larch is the exception.
• Increased wear resistance... This plus is decisive when choosing a board to create a flooring, terrace or decking.

Larch boards are very popular, but before buying it is worth considering that there are several varieties of this material. Let's consider them in more detail.

• Dry... This is a kiln-dried lumber that is ideal for a variety of construction jobs. It can be used for the production of furniture or interior decoration. The drying process ensures that the product has the correct geometry. Dry boards do not warp, deform or crack. They are quite stable under various loads, including mechanical stress. They are environmentally friendly material. Dry board is great for facade cladding, landscaping, fencing and more.
• Planed... This variety differs in that it is already processed using planing. Usually used as a finishing material. There are two more subtypes: one-sided and two-sided planed board.

Larch boards are available in various sizes. Initially, when choosing, you should pay attention to the cost of 1 cube, because it differs depending on the variety. So, the higher the grade of the material, the less flaws it has, for example, knots or cracks.

After choosing a variety, you can already decide on the dimensions of the material. It is worth noting the height, width and length here. For example, 30x150x6000, 50x150x6000, 50x200x6000 mm are the most demanded. 50mm thickness is a great choice. If the length is 6 meters, then the optimal dimensions are 50x150 mm. A beam with a length of 6000 mm can have a width and height of 100, 150 and 200 mm.

Larch building materials are used for various purposes and needs. It should be noted that this breed is in demand when creating floors both in houses and in apartments.This material is great for building an open terrace or veranda.

Larch fits perfectly into the interior... It allows you to insulate the floor, balcony or loggia. It can even be used in the construction of a bath or sauna. Larch board allows you to create interfloor or ceilings, it can be used to assemble frames for stairs.