LARCH
LARCH
Larch “Larix sibirica”
Strong colour variation and knottiness
Brinell hardness 2.2–3.0 HB
Larch is a valued softwood species. The colour of its heartwood is reddish brown. The sapwood is light-coloured. The timber is characterised by the strongly developed heartwood and summerwood parts. One of the central characteristics of this wood species is its better wear resistance compared with other softwood species. It is also more sensitive to variations in humidity and dryness than hardwood. The wood is very rot-resistant and resilient.
Larch as a Flooring Material
As a flooring material, larch is significantly harder than other softwood. Its tightly grained look and beautiful, reddish-brown colour are perfectly suited for many locations where a durable flooring with some character is desired. Larch flooring combines an amazing appearance with good wear resistance. Larch is not recommended for installation with underfloor heating, unless a relative humidity between 40–60 RH can be constantly guaranteed. In drier conditions, cracks may appear in the wood material in question.
AREAS OF USE
Private spaces: Living rooms, bedrooms and less-used rooms
Public spaces: Less-used rooms, galleries, museums and spaces not sensitive to wear
CHOOSING AN LARCH FLOOR
You can choose the floor as a combination of a wide, a grade, a pattern and a tone. The prices varies depending on the choice. See the prices in the bottom of the page. Follow the page down to see all options. Check some inspiration from Timberwise brand page. After, please contact our sales office for a visit of show room in Puerto Banus, Marbella.
The wides of an Larch foors are 185 mm and 230 mm.
LARCH GRADES
SELECT
The Larch Select grade is carefully selected, calm and generally even-colored and almost knot-free. This harmonic grade is allowed to include natural color variation caused by grain pattern as well as healthy, light colored pin knots. Filled knots, as well as knot patches are allowed within the grade.
NATURAL
Larch Natural grade is characterised by knottiness and significant colour variations. The colour of larch naturally varies from a light yellowish tone to a reddish colour. Filled knots, as well as round knot patches and oval patches are allowed within the grade.
VINTAGE
In the Vintage grade wood’s natural grain pattern, significant colour variations, and – in addition to natural knots – knots and cracks that are filled with dark filler, as well as round knot patches and oval patches, are allowed for the grade. The colour varies naturally from a light yellowish tone to a reddish colour, and the rustic appearance of the grade evens out the variation.
NOTE! Larch is characterised by its knottiness and significant colour variations. The colour of larch naturally varies from a light yellowish to a reddish colour. Indoor air that is too dry may create hairline or other types of cracks on the surface of the product, but such cracks usually closes with moisture over the time.
LARCH PATTERNS
Larch is available with both a sanded and brushed surface. In addition to a satin and matte wax oil treatment, larch is also available with a tinted wax oil treatment. The lacquer options are satin and matte lacquer. Larch is also available as untreated meaning that the customer can apply the preferred treatment on the spot.
Plank wooden floor
Herringbone
Double herringbone
Basket wave
Tile pattern
TONES
Arctic
Brushed, wax oiled
BLUEBERRY
Brushed, wax oiled/matt lacquered, tone must be glued in tongue and groove
Cognac
Brushed, wax oiled
COTTON
Brushed, wax oiled, tone must be glued in tongue and groove
Eben
Brushed, wax oiled
KELO
Brushed, wax oiled
LINEN
Brushed, wax oiled
Nordic
Brushed, wax oiled
SNOW WHITE
Brushed, wax oiled
Uncolored
Sanded/brushed, wax oiled/matt lacquered
TECHNICAL DATA
PRODUCT MEASUREMENTS
Length = 2,500 mm
(also lengths 2,180, 2,080, 2,000 and 1,818 are allowed)
Width = 185 and 230 mm
Thickness = approx. 14,5 mm
STANDARDS AND EMISSIONS
The technical measurements of the product meet the requirements of the European standards set for parquets. The formaldehyde emission is one tenth of the M1 emission classification (test result report VTT2643/00). The adhesives and surface treatment materials are manufactured in accordance with EN 1432342 quality standards.
NOTES
Strong color variations and knottyness is naturall to Larch. The color variation can differ from light yellowish to reddish tone. The differences in tone between different larch boards may vary over time
Indoor air that is too dry may create hairline or other types of cracks on the surface of the product, but such cracks usually closes with moisture over the time.
230 mm wide WiseLoc boards has to be glued from the end tongue.
> Delivery may include following lengths 2180 mm, 2080 mm, 2000 mm, 1818 mm.