One of the Toughest and most Durable Softwoods in the World,

Ideal for exposed Elevations,
Siberian Larch is commonly used for cladding and joinery. In fact, it has been used in construction for centuries and in Russia, it is quite common to find buildings constructed from Larch dating back 800 years. It is ideal for exposed elevations or where there are likely to be knocks and scrapes as it is very hardwearing.

The Perfect timber for Cladding,
Timber cladding is an attractive and economical way to finish the exterior of both new and old buildings and is growing in popularity due to the contemporary feel that it creates. Importantly, it also provides a hardwearing, protective layer against the elements and is an excellent insulator.

Growing in Popularity,
Siberian Larch is also growing in popularity for floors, windows, door frames and furniture.

Strong Grain Pattern,
Siberian Larch has a pale yellow-orange brown colour with a strong grain pattern. Due to the fact that the trees are slow growing, in the extreme climate the result is tight growth rings and a fine grain.

Impressive Dimensional Stability,
This characteristic means that it has a low cost of installation and is low maintenance.

Natural Resistance to Decay,
Siberian Larch has a naturally high density which makes it more difficult for decaying organisms to penetrate the wood. The harsh Siberian climate means that the Siberian Larch has a very high percentage of late wood (over 70%) and a very tight grain. This late wood is denser and stronger than early wood which means it is much more durable.

One of the Toughest and most Durable Softwoods in the World,
Siberian Larch also has a high resin content which further enhances its resistance to decay and rot, surpassing Oak, Ash and Pine. It is also extremely hard. It is important to distinguish Siberian Larch from European Larch which is less durable & of a lower quality.

Workability,
Unlike British Larch, the knots in Siberian Larch are light in colour and less likely to fall out after drying and machining. Siberian Larch can be sawn, drilled, machined or sanded without any problem. As it is naturally beautiful wood, very little finishing is required. For indoor applications, it should be kiln dried.