MiRA procures timbers of high quality FOHC (Free Of Heart Center) Douglas Fir sustainably harvested from old-growth forests of Canada's West Coast
- FOHC means you will get the most stable, strong and aesthetically pleasing material for your project
- FOHC is cut completely outside of the 'pith' or 'bullseye' of the growth rings
- All growth rings are severed in FOHC timber allowing the timber to dry more evenly
#1 & Better Douglas Fir
- This is the best grade of Douglas Fir
- Douglas Fir offers the best overall appearance and strength
Drying - wood moisture at 14%
- Air drying
  - traditional method
- Kiln drying
  - Traditional Kilns - low temperature
  - Radio Frequency Kilns - dries from the inside out
Traditional European Joinery vs Post & Beam
- Joinery utilizes wood joinery held together with wooden dowels
- Post & Beam structures are connected with metal fasteners and connectors

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