Siberian larch
Siberian larch is famous for its longevity and high quality. Durability under any weather conditions makes the wood suitable for exterior structures. It is strong, dense and resinous. Unlike most of the other species, Siberian larch does not require additional processing, which makes construction and production easier. Moreover, it does not rot in water, but hardens, and therefore is often used for the construction of underwater structures.
Larch forests cover Western Siberia known for harsh climate, alpine environment and strong winds. The rings of 30 to 40 metre high Siberian larches are very dense, the wood is naturally impregnated with resin and does not require additional processing with chemicals.
The wood of Siberian larch is perfectly suitable for buildings, windows, doors, floors, terraces, finishing boards and furniture.
| Note: Density is given when the moisture is 12%, acording to the “Brinell” scale. | |||
| Characteristics | |||
| Density: | 600-750 kg/m³ | Flexibility: | 54,1 – 79,9 MPa |
| Hardness: | 2,9–3,2 | Compression strength: | 33,7 – 40,6 MPa |
| Persistence: | class 3 | Tensile strength: | 78,8 – 90,2 MPa |
| Strength: | 109 | ||
Areas of use:
- Facade constructions in the construction of private and public buildings.
- Terrace, balconies.
- Roof constructions
- Fences, children’s playgrounds.
- For harbors and bridges.
- Structures that are in contact with the ground.
- Flooring production.
- Boat and yacht production.
Common wood characterization comparison:
| Density | Hardness | Persistence | Strength | |
| Note: Density is given when the moisture is 12%, acording to the “Brinell” scale. | ||||
| Siberian larch | 600–750 kg/m³ | 2,9–3,2 | class 3 | 109 |
| Pine | 450 kg/m³ | – | class 2 | – |
| Oak | 690 kg/m³ | 3,7–3,9 | class 3 | 110 |
| Ash | 680 kg/m³ | 3,8–4,0 | class 3 | – |
| Aspen | 600 kg/m³ | – | class 3 | – |
| European larch | 506 kg/m³ | 2,3 | class 2 | – |
Wood texture:
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Siberian Larch
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Pine
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Oak
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Aspen
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European Larch
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Birch
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Ash