Tamarack-Eastern Larch-Hackmatack-Juniper
Decking. Rough Sawn Boards.
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Tamarack-The Affordable & Environmentally Responsible Alternative to Pressure Treated
Tamarack-The Affordable & Environmentally Responsible Alternative to Pressure Treated
Tamarack Decking Provided by the Lumbery
Tamarack Decking Provided by the Lumbery
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- Tamarack decking also known as eastern larch decking or hackmatack decking arrives green. Green wood refers to wood that has not been kiln dried.
- Deck board dimensions: 5/4×6. Lengths vary from 8′-16′; Eased/rounded edges
- Color: Yellowish brown heartwood with a whitish sapwood. Tends to look a lot like pressure treated decking. Over time the color changes to a nice grey silver patina.
- Upon receiving your order be sure to stack your decking on a dry level surface with spacing above and below boards to allow for airflow and consistent drying. Uneven drying can result in warping. Always make sure that boards are kept out of the sun. If a cover is required then be sure it is breathable.
- Tamarack decking should be installed green. Once it hardens it becomes very hard and will then need to be pre-drilled prior to nailing or screwing.
- Tamarack decking also known as eastern larch decking or hackmatack decking arrives green. Green wood refers to wood that has not been kiln dried.
- Deck board dimensions: 5/4×6. Lengths vary from 8′-16′; Eased/rounded edges
- Color: Yellowish brown heartwood with a whitish sapwood. Tends to look a lot like pressure treated decking. Over time the color changes to a nice grey silver patina.
- Upon receiving your order be sure to stack your decking on a dry level surface with spacing above and below boards to allow for airflow and consistent drying. Uneven drying can result in warping. Always make sure that boards are kept out of the sun. If a cover is required then be sure it is breathable.
- Tamarack decking should be installed green. Once it hardens it becomes very hard and will then need to be pre-drilled prior to nailing or screwing.
- Shinkage in drying is fairly low.
- Due to being installed green tamarack decking will want to move as it dries. To prevent movement be sure to properly secure your deck boards. Please note that shifting is common. If you are a stickler for straight lines then tamarack decking is probably not for you.
- Standard deck screws or nails can be used.
- Due to arriving green tamarack decking has a high moisture content. Allow your decking time to dry before applying a finish. Most manufacturers recommend a moisture content of between 12%-15% or less. Depending upon sun exposure this should not be more than a few months.
- It is recommended that a preservative be applied annually to extend the lifespan of your tamarack decking.
- Tamarack decking can be easily stained.
- Lumbery tamarack decking is locally sourced and sustainably harvested.
- Shinkage in drying is fairly low.
- Due to being installed green tamarack decking will want to move as it dries. To prevent movement be sure to properly secure your deck boards. Please note that shifting is common. If you are a stickler for straight lines then tamarack decking is probably not for you.
- Standard deck screws or nails can be used.
- Due to arriving green tamarack decking has a high moisture content. Allow your decking time to dry before applying a finish. Most manufacturers recommend a moisture content of between 12%-15% or less. Depending upon sun exposure this should not be more than a few months.
- It is recommended that a preservative be applied annually to extend the lifespan of your tamarack decking.
- Tamarack decking can be easily stained.
- Lumbery tamarack decking is locally sourced and sustainably harvested.
Rough Sawn Tamarack
- Our thick and hearty rough sawn tamarack arrives in various thicknesses, widths and lengths.
- Perfect for garden beds, trail pathways, bridges, benches and more.
- Lasts longer than hemlock or spruce.
- More affordable than cedar.
- Better for the planet than pressure treated.
- Locally sourced
- Recyclable
- Sustainably harvested
- Our thick and hearty rough sawn tamarack arrives in various thicknesses, widths and lengths.
- Perfect for garden beds, trail pathways, bridges, benches and more.
- Lasts longer than hemlock or spruce.
- More affordable than cedar.
- Better for the planet than pressure treated.
- Locally sourced
- Recyclable
- Sustainably harvested
- Our thick and hearty rough sawn tamarack arrives in various thicknesses, widths and lengths.
- Perfect for garden beds, trail pathways, bridges, benches and more.
- Lasts longer than hemlock or spruce.
- More affordable than cedar.
- Better for the planet than pressure treated.
- Locally sourced
- Recyclable
- Sustainably harvested
The Case Against Using Pressure Treated Wood
The Case Against Using Pressure Treated Wood
- Treated lumber CANNOT BE RECYCLED.
- Older treated lumber is much more toxic than modern day treated lumber(ACQ) but sorting the varieties is near impossible. So while newer PT is better for the environment there is still no proper way to sort, recycle or dispose of the material. There is also no way to remove copper from the wood.
- Treated lumber cannot be burned.
- Chemicals applied can leach into soils and water.
- Treated lumber CANNOT BE RECYCLED.
- Older treated lumber is much more toxic than modern day treated lumber(ACQ) but sorting the varieties is near impossible. So while newer PT is better for the environment there is still no proper way to sort, recycle or dispose of the material. There is also no way to remove copper from the wood.
- Treated lumber cannot be burned.
- Chemicals applied can leach into soils and water.
Traditionally, due to its natural resistance to decay, rot, insect damage, and salt as well as its density, tamarack was used for telephone poles, railroad ties, shipbuilding, mine timbers, trails, bridges and snow shoes.
Traditionally, due to its natural resistance to decay, rot, insect damage, and salt as well as its density, tamarack was used for telephone poles, railroad ties, shipbuilding, mine timbers, trails, bridges and snow shoes.
Traditionally, due to its natural resistance to decay, rot, insect damage, and salt as well as its density, tamarack was used for telephone poles, railroad ties, shipbuilding, mine timbers, trails, bridges and snow shoes.
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