The Right Questions When Buying Wood - Part III

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(Continuation of "The Right Questions II"):


5. Timber Harvesting Time

Steadiness and durability can be achieved best by harvesting your wood at the right time. Adhere to the following criteria for building and future timber & wood:

• The right time of the year: winter
• The right phase of the moon - waning moon and new moon, preferably when the moon moves through the zodiac sign of Capricorn.

6. Is this choice agreeable with your personal taste and health?

Think about which tree best suits and matches you. There is a distinct difference to living on a larch or an oak floor. To choose the right type of wood translates into positive energy, harmony and better quality of your life.

My advice: make this decision when you are in nature and surrounded by a mixed forest. You will feel which tree has the best effect on your senses.

7. Once it has fulfilled its purpose, can it be returned to nature?

If the use of chemicals has been consequently avoided, the answer is positive: "Yes". It can be returned into the natural cycle as mulch or ash and enrich the soil with nutrients for the next generation of trees to grow.

8. Has it been sawn appropriately?

For winter gardens, use core-free and squared pieces. Boards with standing growth rings (edge grain) are best for wooden floors and bathrooms. For example, square timber with core cracks more easily, while squared timber without core is more stable.


Now that you know the right questions to ask when buying wood, you now have a great checklist to refer to. Although these questions are meant to guide you, the decision ultimately depends on your taste and lifestyle. It is just a mnemonic device to make your life easier and not about keeping up with norms and regulations. The time you are putting into research and planning now will save you a multitude of time and effort later and also helps you avoid harm physically to your health as well as economically in the long run.

Although many companies may not meet all of these standards, you now know who does and even goes beyond them. If you want to use the highest quality of wood combined with innovative engineering for your next project, don't hesitate to contact us.