Press release -
Benefits of Acetylated Wood for Your Decking
The use of conventional timber wood for decking construction has been a favorite option till 1990s. However, such wood may have its limitation. For example, when exposed to large temperature fluctuation, the expansion and contraction of the molecules in the wood may result in warp on outdoor decking.
As such, researchers have been devising new methods to enhance the quality of wood used in deck construction. One of such processes that have been studied by researchers globally is the wood acetylation process. Essentially, chemicals such as acetic anhydride are introduced into the wood to modify its molecular structure. The result: an improved natural wood quality that have numerous key benefits.
Structural stability
The acetylated wood displays a reduction in swelling and shrinkage by 75%. If your windows and doors are made of such wood, you will be pleased to know that you can open them effortlessly all year round.
Enhanced insect and fungi resistance
The improved natural wood is largely indigestible to insects and micro-organisms, thus highly resistant to decay. Moreover, its resistance to wood destroying fungi means that the wood is almost virtually rot-proof.
Eco-friendly environment
The process is ecologically friendly as it prevents the by-products during the manufacturing process from penetrating into the Earth’s surface. Furthermore, its reusable and recyclable properties promote eco-friendly living environment for our future generation.
Resistance to UV degradation
The acetylated wood can be improved further with coating. This can potentially improved the UV resistance of the wood. The natural appearance of the wood can thus be retained. Such property is important for consumers who employ the use of such wood in their balcony where long-term exposure to sunlight can be detrimental to wood appearance.
Overall, technological advancement has opened tremendous exciting improvement in wood quality. These improvements translate into multiple practical benefits to household and commercial properties owners.
The next time you select wood for your property, do take note of these points and you can be on a journey of value saving!
Topics
- Architecture
Categories
- decking
- timber decking
- outdoor timber
- outdoor wood
- wood decking
- accoya singapore
Evorich Flooring, is one of the most reputable flooring contractors in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region. Providing the end user with supply and installation of quality laminate flooring, high end resilient flooring,engineered wood flooring, wood floor, indoor and outdoor decking.
Evorich Flooring is also a member of National Wood Flooring Association and a strong advocate for introducing Eco green flooring into the building and construction industry worldwide. Moreover, Evorich Holdings has recently been awarded as one of the Promising SME 500 awards in Singapore & is the first flooring contractor in Singapore to win the Spirit of Enterprise Award 2011. Evorich has also recently been awarded the Orchid Trusted Brands 2012 for quality customer services in Singapore. Evorich flooring is also ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 certified.
With continuous support for the Green Eco movement in Singapore, Evorich Flooring sponsors Miss Earth Singapore 2012. The group is also the Co-Sponsor & award presenter to Southeast Asia Property Awards. The biggest award event to recognize developers in Southeast Asia. Evorich represents Singapore's outdoor decking industry to speak at the Piscine Splash Asia Conference 2013 at Marina Bay Sands Convention Center. The group is also the first flooring contractor in Singapore to be one of the official sponsors for the upcoming INSIDE World Architecture Festival 2013 in Marina Bay Sands this October; one of the largest events for the architectural designers industry worldwide.
