This is a very informative article written by Charles Wardell from Professional Deck Builders Magazine about thermally modified wood with a product overview as a decking alternative to tropical hardwoods like Ipe including an overview of the Pros and Cons associated to the wood. Thermally modified wood, also called heat-treated wood, has been available since […]
Expert opinions suggest that when you thermally modify wood it increases the durability rating of the wood significantly. Test reports on wood that has been thermally modified wood using North American Ash are given much better durability ratings compared to other wood species that have not been thermally modified. Durability is one of the key […]
The simple answer is yes. There is not a natural exterior wood product that will not fade over time when being exposed to the suns UV rays. UV light has the most impact on color change. You only have to put a piece of unfinished wood out in direct sunlight for a short time with […]
Have you been searching for a natural and durable alternative to IPE with outstanding technical specifications as well as being responsible harvested not to mention being easy to install. You wait is over as Novawood thermally modified wood decking and siding products have officially hit the North American market. From America’s well managed forests come’s […]
Novawood can make for a spectacular setting with the appropriate background. This seaside resort in the Mediterranean showcases just what is possible with the Novawood thermally modified wood. It comes in a variety of sizes and species like Iroko, Ash and Pine. Popular end uses are siding, decking and interior flooring. Novawood is distributed in […]