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September 9, 2019

Thermally Modified Lumber

Thermally modified lumber is wood that has been through a natural, non-toxic process that “cooks” the wood, changing the make-up of the wood. Wood is heated in 400+ degree heat in an oxygen-free environment. Thermal modification uses heat to remove organic compounds from the wood cells, so it will not absorb water, expand, contract, or provide nourishment for insects or fungi.

Decay Resistant: thermally-modified wood no longer contains sufficient nutrients to support insect infestation or fungal attack.
Dimentionally Stable: thermally-modified wood is less susceptible to cupping and warping with changes in relative humidity.
Durable: when maintained properly, it will not chip, rot, or warp over the years.
Lightweight: Because the wood is not absorbing chemicals to be treated, but rather removing moisture, the wood is lightweight.
Aesthetically Pleasing: the heat process gives the lighter colored wood a rich, deep brown appearance that gives it an unexpected tropical look.
Environmentally Friendly: No Petro Chemicals; great alternative to tropical hardwoods from endangered rainforests.

Thermally modified lumber is ideal for siding, decking, architectural millwork, cabinetry, furniture, flooring, paneling, trim, and much more. It is available is a variety of lengths and thicknesses, rough or surfaced, random width, pulled width, or ripped to width.

Sample products available:

#81012 393′ 15/16″ Cambia Ash 8-12′ Lengths
#84501 924′ 15/16″ Cambia Thermal Soft Maple 8-12′ Lengths
#85404 2249′ 15/16″ Cambia Thermal Yellow Poplar 8-12′ Lengths