3 Astonishing Tips to Assist You in Selecting the Right Timber for Your Pergolas

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3 Astonishing Tips to Assist You in Selecting the
Right Timber for Your Pergolas
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• A QUALIFIED FEMALE CARPENTER IN MELBOURNEWhen
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  but a space to relax and entertain. It is also a
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3 Astonishing Tips to Assist You in Selecting the
Right Timber for Your Pergolas
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• With origins dating back to ancient Egypt, Greece
  and Rome, Pergolas, add a class to your gardens
  and outdoor space. Whether you are looking for an
  old romantic touch for your Pergola or want a
  pergola with a modern minimalistic design,
  Marcelles Carpentry has got you covered. It is
  possible to enjoy your outdoor space without
  sacrificing your comfort by having a stylish
  pergola built in your garden.

The biggest point, however, to be remembered
before planning and building a pergola is the
choice of the wood. When you are choosing the
timber for your pergola, many factors need to be
considered other than the aesthetic appeal. Our
carpenters at Marcelles carpentry are wood
experts and here are 3 incredible tips for
selecting the best timber for your pergola.
Hardwood or Softwood Which One Is the Best?
If you look at the technical part then both the
terms, hardwood and softwood are from the fact
whether the trees conceal their seeds or leave
them unguarded to fall on the ground. Hardwood is
usually derived from the deciduous trees while
softwoods come from the evergreens. The growth
of hardwood is comparatively slow and are denser.
Hardwoods are harder, tougher and more durable.
Though a little expensive it is always advisable
to opt for hardwood. Hardwood Timber is
exceptionally long-wearing and more resistant to
the vagaries of nature. It also needs less
maintenance and hence it is worth spending every
penny on the hardwood timber.
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New or Seasoned Timber
Did you know that the age of the timber makes a
huge difference in the structure and durability
of the pergola? Unseasoned and green timber
contains a high amount of moisture content. As
the timber loses the moisture over the years, it
keeps shrinking. It wraps and twists causing the
pergola to buckle up thus shortening its life.
In addition to this, if the timbers are dried a
bit too quickly, they will make the pergola wood
unstable and brittle. It is, therefore, important
to choose a wood that is seasoned over a longer
period.
Get the Correct Ho Level Treatments
In HO, the H stands for Hazard. Hazard, here,
refers to all the factors that can affect the
longevity of the timber. Various treatments like
H1, H2, H3, H4 and more are available. Each
treatment is for a specific use. It is,
therefore, important to consult a professional
before selecting your timber and the HO Level
treatment for it.
Marcelles Carpentry and Building is the one-stop
destination that assists you not only in the
selection of best timber for your pergola but
also building it for you. To know about our
various services in detail, connect with us
today.
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