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Knowing and recognizing the properties of wood is important for choosing the right type of wood for your project<\/strong>. This is because they all play a role when you work your wood or use it as a construction material. Using the characteristics, you will discover more about specific types of wood and compare them with each other. <\/p>\n In addition, properties of wood are also – literally and figuratively – more superficial<\/strong>. What markings does it have, and what color? Has it been treated or not? And does it have flaws or defects, which may or may not be permissible? Find out all about wood characteristics, or ask us your question. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjMyNCJ9fQ==@” button_text=”Contact Stevens Wood” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.stevenshout.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thermo-Den-25×150-1.jpg” height=”60vh” max_height=”60vh” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.stevenshout.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scroll-omlaag.png” alt=”Scroll down” title_text=”Scroll down” align=”right” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” positioning=”absolute” position_origin_r=”top_right” vertical_offset=”-60px” horizontal_offset=”85px” z_index=”1″ vertical_offset_tablet=”-60px” vertical_offset_phone=”-45px” vertical_offset_last_edited=”on|phone” horizontal_offset_tablet=”85px” horizontal_offset_phone=”237px” horizontal_offset_last_edited=”on|phone” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”thermowood applications” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#76dd84″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”32px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Wood is a natural product. That means that no two beams or boards<\/strong> are the same<\/strong>. Not when they are of the same wood species, not even when they come from the same tree. To know whether it is suitable as wood for timber construction<\/a>, as cladding<\/a> or as deck boards<\/a>, we look at the main characteristics of the wood. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”list brown” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For example, ThermoWood<\/a> is more durable than softwood<\/a>. And spruce<\/a> is lighter than Douglas fir<\/a>, so it also burns much faster. Not sure what the ideal wood species is for your project? Contact Stevens Wood and rely on more than 85 years of experience in the lumber industry<\/strong>. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjMyNCJ9fQ==@” button_text=”Ask us your question” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#5C331C” button_border_color=”#5C331C” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”cost-thermowood” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”32px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The beauty of wood is that no board is perfect<\/strong>. Some imperfections only impact the look of the wood. Others, in turn, potentially reduce durability or strength. The best-known “flaws” in wood are knots, cracks and fissures. <\/p>\n How many and what faults wood has depends on the species and origin, among other things<\/strong>. Stevens Wood specializes in recognizing faults and guarantees intensive checks, both at production and arrival of the wood. Thus we offer the right wood for the right application. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.stevenshout.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/Thermowood_Vuren_Uitzicht-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Wood properties” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Wood properties” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F7F7F5″ custom_padding=”||||true|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”75px||||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”32px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Threaded gradient” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An indication of how the grain of the wood runs<\/strong>. For example, there is the obvious difference between a straight grain and a wavy grain. This characteristic of wood primarily affects its appearance. In addition, boards with a larger grain are more likely to warp. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Buttons or tassels” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The points where there used to be side branches. You have healthy nodes and dead tassels<\/strong>. The latter may be loose. At Stevens Wood you will find a standard variety of wood<\/a> without knots and wood with healthy knots<\/a>. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Resin” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A viscous liquid that a damaged tree uses to protect itself from viruses and pests. Sometimes a board “leaks” resin droplets. You remove these simply by scraping them away. The resin is contained in filled cavities called resin galls<\/strong>. These are allowed in limited amounts in different grades. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Pinholes” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The English name for the boreholes of wetwood-boring beetle species, especially in tropical wood. As the name implies, the beetles prefer the juices of living trees. The insects die not long after the tree is felled, leaving behind only the holes. Ayous from Stevens Wood does not have pinholes; you will find them in limited numbers in our Frak\u00e9. Just know that they are not a problem for the quality<\/strong>. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Reaction Wood” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Occurs when a tree resists unexpected pressure changes, for example, when it grows on a sloping slope or forced in a different direction. Depending on the tree species, this creates pressure wood at the bottom<\/strong> (in conifers) or tension wood at the top<\/strong> (in deciduous trees). The effect is clearly visible in the annual rings, where there is more weight and tension, making the wood harder there. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Wankanten” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The “wan,” the youngest annual ring, is on the outside of the tree trunk. It is round, while we build with rectangular planks. When a plank comes from the outside of the tree, it is sometimes not fully edged (not quite rectangular)<\/strong>. Rely on Stevens Wood for straight lumber with no wobble when your project requires it. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Cracks and tears” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In humid weather, wood absorbs moisture, causing it to expand. In warm weather, the exact opposite happens. This shrinking and swelling is never completely even, causing cracks and fissures. These are completely natural<\/strong> and usually do not affect the structural properties of the wood. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Ring tears” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A special type of crack, in which the annual rings or growth rings in a beam or plank come apart<\/strong>. Softwood is particularly susceptible to this. Stevens Hout naturally ensures that you only buy wood without ring cracks. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Mold” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Grow when wood is exposed to moisture for long periods of time. The fungi break down the wood, causing it to lose its strength. This is what we call wood rot. There are different types of fungi, each with different characteristic tissue on the wood surface<\/strong>. Looking for mold-free wood? You can find that at Stevens Wood. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||75px||false|false” custom_css_main_element=”display: flex;||flex-direction: column;||justify-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Stem Blue” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” height=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A specific type of fungal attack, which, as the name implies, causes a gray-blue color in the wood<\/strong>. Unlike other fungi, tribal blue does not affect the quality of the wood. Of course, it does have a visual impact. Depending on the quality and application required, tribal blue is allowed and not a problem. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”quote-thermowood” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f3ead6″ background_image=”https:\/\/www.stevenshout.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/Houtnerf_Stevens_Hout_RL.png” background_size=”contain” background_position=”center_right” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_text_color=”#443630″ header_2_font_size=”32px” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#443630″ text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Wood is a beautiful and versatile material. 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