Timber Knowledge: Siberian Larch

Where is Siberian Larch From?
The Siberian Larch tree, sometimes called Russian Larch, does indeed grow in Siberia, but Siberia is an enormous province in
The Siberian Larch Tree
The Siberian Larch tree, Latin name Larix Sibirica, grows, as the name suggests, in Siberia, a Russian province where the
Uses of Siberian Larch
Because it’s so dense and durable, Siberian Larch is ideal for external use where it’s exposed to the elements, as
Siberian Larch for External Cladding
Siberian Larch experiences very little moisture movement due to its density, meaning it is very stable and resists movement once
Siberian Larch for Decking
Because of its hardness and durability, Siberian Larch is also very popular for decking. Again, because of its stability, it
Siberian Larch Timber
Siberian Larch is well known for its contrasting and uniform grain, which shows the clear annual growth rings of the
Working with Siberian Larch
Although Siberian Larch is good to machine and saw when shaping the board into the designated profile (decking or cladding)
Siberian vs British Larch
There are a few differences between the Siberian Larch (Larix sibirica) and British Larch (Larix decidua), the most obvious one