Building with

#WoodisGood

The rise of sustainable 
building solutions

Supply challenges

Long-term viability of durable tropical species is in question due to increasing costs, scarcity and their arguable sustainability.

Sustainability is the way to go

By becoming more aware of sustainable solutions, we can and want to increase our impact on the world’s resources.

Adoption of mass timber

Low impact and quality construction is the way of the future.

Product innovations

With the entry of timber product innovations such as ThermoWood® the application of timber as a construction material is growing. 

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Building with

#WoodisGood

The rise of sustainable 
building solutions

Supply challenges

Long-term viability of durable tropical species is in question due to increasing costs, scarcity and their arguable sustainability.

Sustainability is the way to go

By becoming more aware of sustainable solutions, we can and want to increase our impact on the world’s resources.

Adoption of mass timber

Low impact and quality construction is the way of the future.

Product innovations

With the entry of timber product innovations such as ThermoWood® the application of timber as a construction material is growing. 

From tree to treasure: 
5 reasons to love thermally modified wood

Low maintenance

Easy to maintain

ThermoWood® requires next to no maintenance.

Durable

Since ThermoWood® has a low moisture content, it is resistant to rot and insects. It benefits from a long life expectancy thanks to increased hardness levels.

Ageing with dignity

Without further finishing, ThermoWood® turns beautifully silver-grey over time.

The rise of sustainability

Natural is key

ThermoWood® is 100% natural, free from resins and chemicals. The modification increases the durability class. LDCwood® uses collected rainwater for its process.

Rising awareness

Both architects and devpers understand the need for the construction industry to contribute to a better climate.

Durably climate-resistant

Thermally modified wood is chosen thanks to its extreme performance and sustainability compared to alternative materials.

Low carbon footprint

Sustainable forest management

Through sustainably managed forests, natural resources are extracted and optimized in an ecologically responsible manner.

Low impact

The use of wood reduces ecological footprint.

Long lifespan

Facade cladding with ThermoWood® can reach a lifespan of over 25 years. (EN 350-1)

The planet's well-being

Renewable building material

Wood is an all-natural, biodegradable and recyclable material.

CO2 containment

Wood absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere.

Insulation

To protect our planet, energy-neutral constructions are becoming the norm. Wood lends itself perfectly thanks to its highly insulating properties. ThermoWood®’s thermal conductivity is up to 20-25% lower than unmodified wood.

Energy efficient

Energy efficient

The production and processing of wood is very energy efficient. Wood requires 30% less energy than other raw materials when processed for construction and interior applications. In addition, trees remove CO2 from the atmosphere. The carbon stored by the tree is retained for life in ThermoWood®.

Net carbon emissions per m3 of material

The net carbon emission value represents the relationship between man-made greenhouse gas emissions caused by the production of a product, and the natural and artificial sinks that prevent CO2 from entering the atmosphere.

Certified wood

All LDCwood® products are FSC®, PEFC, or OLB certified. LDCwood® is a member of the International ThermoWood® Association (ITWA).

 

FSC® (C001899), PEFC (PEFC/07-31-24), BSI ISO 14001 Certified.

OLB (OLB-CERT/COC-190606) : registration by an independent organization according to the OLB system, which enables the tracking of wood whose origin and legality are certified. Origin and Legality of Wood © Bureau Veritas Certification.

TWA TWT
PEFC
FSC
OLB
BSI
WOOD
Certifications
TWA TWT
PEFC
FSC
OLB
BSI
WOOD

All LDCwood® products are FSC®, PEFC, or OLB certified. LDCwood® is a member of the International ThermoWood® Association (ITWA).

 

FSC® (C001899), PEFC (PEFC/07-31-24), BSI ISO 14001 Certified.

OLB (OLB-CERT/COC-190606) : registration by an independent organization according to the OLB system, which enables the tracking of wood whose origin and legality are certified. Origin and Legality of Wood © Bureau Veritas Certification.

- Carbon-storing

Carbon-emitting +

- 608 kg C02 AyousAluminium + 29 396 kg C02
- 623 kg C02 spruceSteel + 17 964 kg C02
- 685 kg C02 poplarHard plastics + 5 444 kg C02
- 794 kg C02 pineConcrete + 436 kg C02
- 872 kg C02 fraké 
- 991 kg C02 radiata pine 
- 1 074 kg C02 ash 

Carbon-EN

Calculations based on 1 m3 of wood. Source: www.opslagco2inhout.nl – www.houtgeeftzuurstof.be

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History & evolution of ThermoWood® 

The thermal modification of wood popped up in the early 20th century when a scientific study showed how thermal modification improved the qualities of timber and enhanced its resistance to moisture. ThermoWood® is a brand of the International ThermoWood® Association and its production volumes are increasing steadily. The range of thermally modified timber’s applications has expanded rapidly to cover cladding and interior design products, patio and garden construction and the carpentry industry. As of 2022, almost 250,000 m3 is produced annually from ThermoWood® facilities alone!

 

  • 1900s: original scientific study of thermal modification of wood
  • 1980s: first commercial thermal modification facility is built in Germany
  • 1993: development of the industrial-scale ThermoWood® process for improving the properties of timber
  • 2022: nearly 250,000 m3 produced annually 

  • 2001 18000
  • 2002 23000
  • 2003 24000
  • 2004 36000
  • 2005 42000
  • 2006 64000
  • 2007 84000
  • 2008 84500
  • 2009 87000
  • 2010 92000
  • 2011 114000
  • 2012 119500
  • 2013 133000
  • 2014 147000
  • 2015 160000
  • 2016 180000
  • 2017 194000
  • 2018 211000
  • 2019 222000
  • 2020 237000
  • 2021 244000
  • 2022 246000
  • 2023 230378
Amount of ThermoWood® in m³
Timeline
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Source: The ThermoWood® Handbook

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