Lining "Calm" from larch: pros and cons

Lining is a popular coating, popular due to the fact that it is based on natural wood. It serves for interior and exterior wall cladding, used in the construction of baths, gazebos, balconies and verandas. The material "Calm", created from larch, has special properties: the wood of this species is not affected by temperature changes and humidity, such products have many obvious advantages, although they are not without drawbacks.

Lining "Calm" can be made of such wood as alder, oak, linden, as well as from conifers - pine, spruce and cedar. The difference between larch lumber is its impeccable geometry, smooth, even surface without relief and beautiful patterns formed by stripes and annual rings.

The products are boards that have been processed according to the latest technology from all sides. This leads to a more expensive cost, which fully justifies itself due to the undoubted quality and numerous advantages.

• The material has a dense, solid structure, has increased strength.
• Products can easily tolerate any atmospheric conditions and temperature changes.
• Larch lining is resistant to chemical compounds and ultraviolet radiation.
• When assembling, the joints between the boards are invisible, so the result is a monolithic canvas.
• The coating can be combined with other cladding products.
• The material has low flammability;
• The lining has high heat resistance - it does not let resin even at very high temperatures, therefore it is successfully used for cladding saunas and baths.

Such wood has beautiful golden brown, deep yellow, reddish tones, is distinguished by a variety of shades, a specific natural pattern.

Shtil larch materials are made with longitudinal grooves on the inner part - this makes natural ventilation possible, as well as the removal of moisture during evaporation. The assembly of the coating is also characterized by simplicity, and due to the absence of bevels along the edges of the wooden panels and the presence of deep joining locks, the surface looks organic and whole. In addition, the lining is distinguished by a long service life.

Larch wood profiles are produced with a standard thickness of 13-14 mm, although boards with dimensions up to 20 mm can be produced on individual orders. The width of the products can vary from 85 to 140 mm.

Euro larch lining differs from ordinary lining by the high quality of the wood used, it has a deeper tongue-and-groove connection and internal selections. For this reason, the service life, which is already considerable, increases significantly (up to 100 years).

Shtil panels differ in their grade: this material is "Prima", "Extra", "AB". The grade depends on the number of defects present on the panels, such as cracks, roughness, unevenness, knots, and resinous sulfur. Based on the percentage, the class of the product is determined, and therefore its cost. Let's take a closer look at each of the varieties.

• Extra class material - flawless products of the highest quality, free from defects.Accordingly, it has the highest cost.
• Class "A" - with the general high quality, the presence of knots is allowed (one per one and a half meters of the board), however, it is difficult to call this a product defect, since such inclusions even decorate the panels.
• Category "B" assumes the presence of four knots and one spot that differs in color - such a board looks beautiful, but not for a classic interior.
• Class "C", in fact, is a marriage, since it has many flaws, therefore it is not in demand and is considered as an option only for premises such as a basement or utility block.

Products of this class made of larch are in no way inferior in their technical and operational characteristics even to oak, but their cost is much more affordable. Partly for this reason, many choose it to decorate their country houses, and sometimes apartments. In such rooms it is easy to breathe, warm, they look aesthetically pleasing, the coating tolerates high humidity well and does not lend itself to decay.

In addition to the original and distinctive appearance, lumber has other useful properties.

• It is not susceptible to the growth of fungus, mold and other microorganisms.
• Larch is a pure natural material that is safe in its composition.
• Products are immune to cracking and deformation at large critical temperature ranges.
• In terms of strength, this timber is close to the indicators of the hardest types of wood.
• Creates a healthy indoor microenvironment thanks to the content of plant phytoncides and antioxidants.
• Possesses soundproofing qualities and durability.
• The material is moisture resistant, so it can be used to decorate rooms with high humidity.

For different purposes, a certain thickness of the boards and the method of their processing are selected. Some varieties of larch can be painted, applied with oil-wax, and given any texture.

Due to the great popularity of "retro", "country" and vintage style in home interiors, decorating for noble antiquity of facing materials is becoming more and more in demand. High-quality brushed euro lining, which is gaining more and more positions in the construction market, enjoys special love.

Brushing, that is, artificial aging of wood material can make it unique. The technology provides for the drying of the panels, the removal of soft layers of wood with the help of special equipment, due to which beautiful abrasions appear, giving the boards an exquisite and aristocratic look. Then the boards are covered with a special mastic containing wax, in this way the texture of the material is emphasized.

Since hardwoods are often subject to fading, brushing is appropriate for conifers, and larch is an ideal material for this that does not fade, and is also not afraid of mechanical damage.

In general, Shtil lining is a strong, reliable and beautiful product., which is resistant to steam and moisture, is fire resistant, not susceptible to sunlight and thermal effects. It is a natural, natural wood that is easy to install and repair, in addition, it is non-toxic and heat-resistant.

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