*100% chemically free - a green product
*Increased weather durability by 25 years for outdoor applications
*Increased dimensional stability - swelling and shrinkage is reduced by 5-15 times
*Repels moisture
*Visually, the finished products has an even brown color consistent to the center of the wood with a beautifully accented grain structure
*Extremely versatile  

The versatility of Thermo-treated wood makes it a widely used material for both interior and exterior applications, such as siding, roofing, decking, garden furniture, hardwood flooring, doors, windows, fences, musical instruments etc.  Other applications ideal for thermo-treated wood are high moisture environments such as, areas around swimming pools, sinks, bathtubs, floors in bathrooms etc.  The list is really only limited by a persons imagination.  The natural elegance of Thermo-treated wood and its distinguishing features make it extremely easy to integrate into the most stunning and innovative designer solutions.  

The thermo-treatment process is made possible by using technology integrated into specially designed kilns.  The chamber is crafted from stainless steel and is air tight allowing complete control of the internal atmosphere.  The process begins by removing the chambers oxygen and raising the temperature to levels of 400-450 degrees Farenheit.  When the target temperature is reached it remains constant for 2-3 hours.  Steam is introduced to prevent the wood from burning or cracking and helps to create the desired changes which result in a new molecular structure.  The lumber is then cooled with condensation.  The total process takes approximately 12 to 16 hours.   

The reason for thermo-treated wood being so durable and stable is the molecular changes in thermo-treated wood compared to untreated wood.  95% of the polysaccharide are removed during the high temperature processing which in turn makes the thermo-treated wood so durable.  The thermo-treated wood assumes it's minimal size, which substantially reduces moisture related swelling and shrinkage and increases hardness.  Wooden floors and furniture for bathrooms and other high humidity areas are now acceptable.  

The thermo-treatment process enhances the wood color creating an even brown tint that is consistent beyond the surface (the color is consistant completely thru the wood making scratches invisible, which is important to high-traffic areas as an example).  The natural wooden grain is accentuated, giving the appearance of exotic wood or walnut for a fraction of the cost.   

Chemicals are never used during the thermo-treatment process, so the material remains environmentally safe. You and your family can have piece of mind that the surface is free from chemicals and safe to enjoy.