Blog — The world of wood by Alp Timber
Species, supply chain and markets, told by the people who select and season timber every day.
European oak: characteristics and uses
Hardness, stability and grain: why it remains the hardwood our markets ask for most.
Kiln seasoning: why it matters
Final moisture, timing and control: what really changes in properly dried timber.
FSC®: what the certification guarantees
Two standards, one goal: documented origin and responsible forest management.
Boules, A/B, Character, Rustic: a guide to the grades
How to read the four selection grades and choose the right one for your processing.
Sea freight export: containers, moisture and packing
Preparing a load for Asia and the Gulf calls for different care than road transport.
Ash and lime: two underrated hardwoods
Lightness, elasticity and machining yield: where they really pay off.
Tinca and Kálmáncsa: the group's sawmills
Two sites, two specialisations, one shared selection standard.
Markets 2026: where demand for oak is growing
Europe steady, the Gulf and South-East Asia accelerating: what we see in our orders.
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