30.05.2025. Large-format planks are particularly valued in high-end applications such as conference tables, doors, and custom cabinetry, where continuity of grain and minimal jointing enhance the aesthetic appeal.
Pain Point: Many wood sources produce small or irregularly sized boards, limiting design possibilities and increasing waste.
Solution: African hardwood species grow to impressive sizes, allowing for large, defect-free boards.
Large, defect-free African hardwood boards such as this impressive 8-meter long Kosipo...
For processors, this means greater efficiency, as fewer joins and seams are required, leading to stronger and more visually appealing finished products. Additionally, the availability of large logs enables custom-cut sizes, catering to specific client demands and reducing waste.
...are the ideal choice for expansive tabletops or paneling, in XL projects.
Why #Wood Matters:
Opting for African hardwoods that provide sizable, defect-free lumber enhances both the structural integrity and visual appeal of large-scale projects.
Access to large, high-quality boards allows for greater design flexibility and reduces the need for joints, which can be points of weakness or aesthetic concern.
Using smaller or defective boards may lead to increased labor in assembly and potential structural issues.
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About Interholco
The valorisation of a natural forest of 1.16 million hectares in the Republic of Congo Brazzaville is our DNA here at INTERHOLCO. As an FSC® (Forest Stewardship Council®, FSC® C022952) and PEFC and PAFC certified producer, INTERHOLCO is a well-established player in the trade of its edged boules, sawn timber, glue laminated scantlings, decking boards and more.
We are a leading provider of high-quality wood products ‘Made in Africa’ holding a verified environmental and health performance statement (FDES requirement in France). Our teams carefully manage the supply chain from forest to customer. Our story is fully illustrated by enabling the people living in Ngombe to access better life conditions. We make it possible to design and build a healthy living environment with bio-based, eco-friendly materials, one of the real solutions for the planet and climate. Follow us on LinkedIn
Communication contact Interholco
Tullia Baldassarri Höger von Högersthal
INTERHOLCO AG, Neuhofstr. 25, 6340 Baar, Switzerland
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