WoodwoodSoftwood
Larch
The densest of the common softwoods, with better natural durability than most conifers. Used for cladding, decking and fence posts where treated timber is not wanted.
Properties
- Family
- Wood
- Category
- wood
- Species
- Larix spp.
- Density
- 0.58 g/cm³ · 580 kg/m³
Applicationswhere larch is normally specified
CladdingDeckingFence postsOutdoor structures
Practical notes
- Density is for air-dried stock at about 12% moisture content
- Denser and harder than pine — pre-drill near board ends
- Naturally durable but not in permanent ground contact