Cross-laminated wood is a solid material well suited for construction. It is also the most used for the realization of flooring and floating floors, wall panels or decking boards. Flat gluing of several solid wood slats also allows the production of robust beams resistant to extreme conditions and UV.
Knowing how to recognize a cross-laminated material is important for the success of a quality construction or decoration. The first advice we could give would be to check the standard it complies with, knowing that cross-laminated solid glued laminated wood complies with the NF EN 386 regulation. The second advice would be to ask with which wood species it was made; the most common species being oak, fir, spruce, Scots pine and Douglas fir.
Made by assembling several solid wood boards, cross-laminated wood can adopt various colors depending on the chosen species. Light, raw, matte… it retains a visually pleasing natural appearance. Varnished, painted, stained, it can be darker, always matte or shiny. The decorative aspect is paramount here. The aesthetics of quality cross-laminated wood make the interior of a home much cozier. With great longevity, it beautifies the floors of houses for a long time. It is developed by following several steps:
Floating installation, i.e. without gluing the floor, is appreciated for its ease and speed. Knowing how to install flooring means knowing how to use the full potential of high-quality solid cross-laminated wood. The installation technique is learned without great difficulty. Although the color may vary slightly from one board to another, the natural appearance is always preserved. Ideal for indoor and terrace floors, cross-laminated flooring can be treated to be moisture-resistant, UV-resistant and withstand extreme weather conditions. The most popular solid wood products have a raw color or a matte appearance.
The strength of a material is closely related to its manufacturing technique. At the same time, several conditions must be met to successfully complete your decoration project. There are many products used to beautify and give an elegant color: varnishes, oils, waxes, vitrification products, etc. The accessories to be provided depend on the chosen technique. In all cases, a spirit level and a ruler are essential. Some accessories also help to install and keep the thermal and acoustic insulation placed underneath in place. These include the cutter, the blade puller, the sacrificial wedge and the wall wedges. The essentials for the treatment of solid flooring can be purchased in various stores, especially in specialized sawmills that are modern and care about the maintenance of the materials they supply.
With a long experience passed down from generation to generation, the Chauvin Sawmill based in Mignovillard in the heart of the beautiful forests of the Jura is able to provide services in accordance with the needs of professionals and individuals, whether it is to build your own house or to redo part of your decoration. With or without glue, it is easy to install choice oak panels, varnished or raw, in the desired format. The Chauvin Sawmill processes up to 650 m³ of softwood per day and hopes to improve its yield up to 200,000 m³ per year. It relies in particular on the responsiveness and professionalism of the “Espace bois Jura Doubs” forestry sector to resupply and provide its long-standing customers as well as newcomers.
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For any advice on the installation of flooring or decking boards, on the material to choose for your floor or walls and its format, remember to use the contact form available on the site. Simply enter your contact details and leave a precise message. A knowledgeable response will be sent to you as soon as possible. If you need a detailed quote, a salesperson from the Chauvin Sawmill will contact you directly in order to determine what type of material is ideally suited to your project and what quantities to expect. The Chauvin Sawmill has been in existence since 1929 and is constantly modernizing by installing 100{959c1f09a088030b48c77132fea19cec5d8d6f34c54142e3eb4c0de740045fec} reliable and well-designed high-tech production units for 21st century construction work. The cross-laminated material is made with species from sustainably managed forests. The Chauvin company sources from the Jura forests, between 700 and 1300 meters above sea level.
