Beautiful by Design. Durable by Nature.
Western Larch is a specialty softwood found in the harsh mountain environments of British Columbia's interior. This beautiful and challenging landscape gives Western Larch lumber its dense and straight grain, small knots, and natural resilience to weather.
Why Use Larch for Your Project?
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Superior Species
Larch has been used for centuries in Europe as the exterior softwood of choice
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Durability
Larch is extremely strong and dense. It will stand up to abuse better than any other softwood
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Ease of Use
Our high-line decking grade means less cutting and less waste of product
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Long Lasting
With simple care you can expect to see 30 years out of your new Larch deck
How Does Larch Compare to Other Softwood Decks?
After the cedar family, Western Larch is the most naturally rot-resistant of the North American softwood species.
Larch is considered to be the most naturally fire-resistant soft wood on the continent.
Give us a call and we’ll tell you everything you need to know
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- Graded as a 1 face appearance product
- Carefully kiln dried
- Net dimensions 1'' x 5.375 with .25" radius edge
- Tallies available in 8' - 16', Heavy 16'
- Paper-wrapped units @ 128 pieces
LARCH TECHNICALS
Janka Hardness: 830lbs
Elasticity: 1,870,000lbs/in2
Crushing Strength: 7,620lbs/in2
Common name: Western Larch
Scientific Name: Larix Occidentalis
Growing Region: NW North America
APPEARANCE
Western Larch has the advantage of growing in cold, high elevation climates, making its grain dense and straight. Knots are common but small. Heartwood ranges from yellow to a medium reddish-brown.
It will take paint and stain well; if left untreated, larch will silver. It is rated moderately durable and can be used untreated for cladding or decking with a service life of approximately 30 years.
INSTALLATION TIPS
- Pre-drill ends to prevent splitting
- Install with heart up when possible
- Stain with oil-based product
