Basswood Rough-Sawn Lumber, Thickness 30 mm (5/4"), 1C

We offer edged boards in wholesale quantities: by the pallet and container load.

Working with WoodWay Expert means:

• A wide selection of lumber products from our stock program;
• Material selection for projects of varying complexity;
• Quality control inspection of lumber before shipment;
• Stable and reliable supply.

Basswood Lumber: Characteristics

Basswood (Tilia) is a soft species that has gained wide popularity in the US market. Its light and uniform solid wood is valued by furniture manufacturers, professional woodworkers, and craft workshop owners for its unique combination of lightness, workability, and aesthetic appeal. Basswood is an ideal material for creating carved elements, toys, and interior decor items.

Basswood Lumber Specifications

• The average density of the dry solid wood is approximately 490–530 kg/m³. Basswood is one of the lightest hardwood species. On the Janka scale, its hardness rating is about 410 lbf. According to the Brinell classification, the hardness of basswood is 1.5–1.6. This soft species is suitable for carving and detailed work.
• Basswood has low toughness and is easy to cut, but it can split with rough handling. The wood has good bending properties and can be bent after steaming.

Natural Texture and Color of Basswood

• The sapwood and heartwood have similar shades, ranging from creamy white to pale yellow. The color is uniform, which is a major advantage for painting or staining. The wood hardly changes color over time.
• Basswood has a fine and uniform grain. The fibers are straight, with almost no interlocking grain. Small, barely noticeable knots may be present on the surface.

Processing Solid Basswood

• This soft and lightweight wood is easy to cut, plane, glue, sand, and mill. Thanks to its uniform grain, the solid wood sands easily, leaving a surface free of splinters.
• Basswood accepts stains, paints, lacquers, and oils excellently. Its light color and uniform structure make it possible to achieve the desired shade.

Features of Grade 1 Edged Basswood Boards

Grade 1 edged boards are used in furniture production, woodworking, manufacturing of interior finishes, and other products where performance and aesthetic qualities are important.

Key characteristics of Grade 1 edged boards:

• Sound knots up to 1 cm (0.39″) in diameter are allowed, with 2-3 knots per linear meter (39.37″).
• The wood texture is uniform, and the fibers are straight.
• Minor natural variations in shade are possible.

What is an Edged Basswood Board?

An edged board is a type of lumber from which the bark and wane on the side edges have been removed. Quality logs are selected for the production of edged boards. The raw material is sawn into boards, taking into account the direction of the grain and the required thickness and length. Then, the blanks pass through machines where residual bark is removed and straight edges are formed. The moisture content of the wood is brought to an optimal 8-12% in drying kilns. The dry woodworking boards are then sorted by grade, assessing color, grain structure, number and type of knots, etc.

How Does Kiln Drying of Boards Work?

Our stock program features kiln-dried edged boards. Kiln drying of wood is a high-tech and controlled process. Unlike air drying, this method is significantly faster and guarantees stable, uniformly dried material with an optimal woodworking moisture content of 8-12%.

The main stages of drying wood in special kilns:

1. Loading the Lumber. Boards are stacked in special drying kilns. Gaps are left between the rows for free air circulation.
2. Preparation (Steaming). In the initial stage, the wood may be treated with steam. This procedure is mainly used for hardwoods, such as oak or beech. Steam treatment opens the pores and equalizes moisture content, reducing the risk of cracks and internal stresses.
3. Main Drying. The kilns are equipped with a heating and ventilation system. The temperature and humidity inside the kiln are controlled by a computer and changed according to a set program depending on the wood species, board thickness, and initial moisture level.
4. Monitoring. Moisture meters and sensors constantly monitor the condition of the wood. Drying continues until the material reaches the optimal working moisture content of 8–12%.
5. Final Conditioning and Cooling. To relieve internal stresses, the dried lumber is treated with steam. Then, the boards are gradually cooled to a temperature close to the ambient environment (approximately 35–45 °C) to avoid condensation.

Kiln-dried edged boards are optimally suited for the production of furniture, doors, and other interior elements. Wood at this moisture content is stable, strong, and ready for further processing.

Advantages of Edged Basswood Boards

1. Versatility of Application. The material is suitable for both mass production of furniture and individual craft projects.
2. Stability. Thanks to kiln drying, the resulting solid boards are uniformly dried and stable, ready for further machining.
3. Reduced Waste and Economic Benefit. High-quality primary processing of the lumber reduces the amount of waste and increases the raw material utilization rate. This means you only pay for the usable volume of material, which is especially important in mass production.
4. Optimization of Production Processes. Lumber with pre-processed side edges reduces cutting time and optimizes production processes. Edged boards are easy to plane, mill, sand, stain, lacquer, and paint.
5. Convenient Logistics and Storage. Thanks to their regular shape, the boards are easy to stack, which saves warehouse space, simplifies transportation, and reduces logistics costs.

Uses of Edged Basswood Boards

The edged board is one of the most popular lumber products in the woodworking industry. Below are the areas where this natural material is actively used.

Furniture Manufacturing

Edged boards are used in the production of cabinet bodies and fronts for wardrobes, dressers, and nightstands, as well as tables, chairs, beds, ottomans, and benches. Wooden furniture can be stained to logically fit into various design project styles.

Construction and Finishing

This lumber product is used as both a structural and finishing material. Boards are used to create flooring, floor coverings (parquet, parquet boards, and tongue-and-groove boards), wall panels, non-load-bearing walls, and interior stairs.

Production of Doors and Windows

Thanks to its stability and ease of processing, edged boards are used in the manufacturing of interior doors, window frames, casings, and windowsills.

Craft and Design Projects

For workshops that create unique products, edged boards open up wide possibilities. Woodworkers produce custom-made exclusive furniture, interior panels, interior partitions and screens, and a variety of interior decor.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Edged boards of which species are available for order?

You can order boards from over 10 species. Hardwoods: European Oak, Red Oak, Ash, Alder, European Walnut, Acacia, Beech, Hornbeam, Elm, Maple, Cherry. Softwoods: Pine, Spruce.

What is the minimum order?

The minimum order quantity for boards is 1 container.

What are the delivery times?

The delivery time for lumber products depends on the supply volume and destination. Estimated timelines are 4-8 weeks.

How are the boards packaged for transportation?

The edged boards are hermetically sealed in film for safe sea transport.

What is an edged board and how does it differ from an unedged one?

An edged board has the bark and wane removed from its side edges. An unedged board, in turn, retains its natural edge.

What moisture content is considered optimal for a woodworking board?

For woodworking, particularly furniture manufacturing, the moisture content of boards should be within the 8–12% range.

What sizes of edged boards are available in stock?

We have lumber with the following parameters in stock:

• thickness: 30 mm, 50 mm / 1.18″, 1.97″;
• width: from 20 cm / from 7.87″;
• length: 2.2-4.5 m / 86.61″-177.2″.

How should edged boards be stored properly?

Lumber should be stored in a dry, ventilated room with stable temperature and humidity levels.

Can edged boards be used for exterior work?

Yes, hardwoods are used for exterior work. The wood must be treated with antiseptics and special protective coatings.

What are the grades of edged boards?

Edged boards are classified into three main grades:

• Grade 1. Practically free of knots, with a uniform texture and color.
• Grade 2. Allows knots up to 5 mm in diameter, minor surface cracks, and color variations.
• Grade 3. A large number of knots, surface and through cracks, and uneven coloring.

What is kiln drying of wood and why is it important?

Kiln drying is a controlled process in which material is dried to an optimal moisture content (8-12%) in special chambers. This drying method ensures the stability and durability of the board.