Understanding Wood Heat Treatment Processes: HT, KD, Thermally Modified, and Accoya

Wood is a versatile and timeless building material, but its performance can be significantly enhanced through various heat treatment processes. These treatments—Heat Treated (HT), Kiln Dried (KD), Thermally Modified, and Accoya—each serve distinct purposes, offering unique benefits and drawbacks. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the differences between these processes, their pros and cons, and …

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Acetylation: What Is It and What Is Acetylated Wood?

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Understanding the Innovative Wood Technology Behind Accoya® Wood When you search online for “acetylation,” you’ll find academic journals and scientific entries explaining it in technical detail. But let’s skip the jargon of hydroxyls and hydrogen atoms. Simply put, acetylation—as it pertains to wood technology—is: Modifying wood by treating softwood with a substance akin to vinegar, …

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