Hemp Wood

Hemp Wood is an innovative, sustainable material created by compressing hemp fibers into dense, durable planks that serve as an alternative to traditional timber. The material is lauded for its environmental benefits, including a rapid growth cycle and carbon sequestration properties.

The process for creating Hemp Wood involves several key stages:

1. Harvesting: Industrial hemp is harvested.
2. Fiber Preparation: The stalks are separated, and the fibrous material is broken down.
3. Binding: The hemp fibers are bound together using a soy-based, food-grade adhesive.
4. Compression: The material is subjected to high heat and extreme pressure to form solid, wood-like blocks.
5. Curing and Milling: The blocks are cured and then milled into various dimensions, such as planks for flooring, lumber, or panels.

This production method results in a material that is often denser and harder than oak, providing a high level of durability.

Hemp Wood can be utilized in almost any application where traditional hardwood is used.

Hemp Wood is considered an environmentally superior choice to many traditional hardwoods due to:

• Rapid Growth: Hemp is ready for harvest in approximately 120 days, whereas hardwood trees can take decades.
• Carbon Sequestration: Hemp plants absorb a significant amount of CO2 during their growth, locking the carbon into the finished product.
• Adhesive: The use of a non-toxic, soy-based adhesive avoids the harmful chemicals often found in composite wood products.