Reconnecting to the spirit of green, wood’s appeal as a natural building material lies in its intrinsic properties of strength, durability and beauty, and in creating enthralling interiors that resonate with the essence of nature, writes Sanjay Sharma, Founder, Woodbarn India
Species like cedar and teak are variants of long-lasting woods that are resistant to decay, twisting, cracking, or warping. These low upkeep dense woods have a natural ability to back moisture, repel insects, and prevent rotting-- which further distinguishes them as an excellent choice for construction material.
The ability of wood to be matched with multiple components such as glass, brick or stone, makes it a remarkable material. It is also one of the most useful and versatile materials available globally; it can be chopped and sized accordingly, rendering a level of flexibility that very few products can match. The lightweights and variables make it easy to utilise it in any process, and it has the dynamism of it being carved and hued in various colours. A compelling supplementary benefit of wooden projects is of dismantling and the material retrieved being used in other structures.
However, just like all the other components of construction, wood, too, is vulnerable to deterioration under specific conditions. Wood must be intermittently retreated by coating, re-polishing, and a variety of different methods and procedures can be opted for to maintain it. Wood does require a certain amount of simple maintenance like vacuuming, as dirt and grime will wear down the finish of wood, as well as a regular application of a coat of grease and oil to soften the finish.
Ensuring correct treatment for the longevity of the wooden interiors is a must. If taken right care of, wooden interiors can remain ageless. Wood is known to be susceptible to changes in extreme temperatures, which causes them to bend and twist. It also will lose its natural moisture over time and will therefore need oiling to be kept in good condition. According to the latest studies, wood sends out optimistic vibes and creates a positive effect on the mental health of the dwellers.
At Woodbarn, we provide versatile solutions for prefabricated wooden homes and structures. Woodbarn as a brand is evolving mindsets that believe in conventional construction and revolutionizing homes into eco-friendly dwellings. . To source wood sustainably, we collaborate with some of the best companies across the world, dealing in wood. These include high-quality SPF (Spruce Pine Fir) lumber sourced from sustainably managed and protected forests of Canada. Our structures are principally approved by Hindustan Prefab Limited – a Government of India enterprise.
Woodbarn India has delivered over 600 structures all across the country. The projects include wooden homes, eco-log huts, vacation homes, farmhouses, resorts, gazebos, terraces and tree-houses built for Uttrakhand Tourism, Chhatisgarh Tourism, Maharashtra Tourism and Jammu & Kashmir Tourism, ITC and Club Mahindra, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) and Infosys.
With concrete, iron and steel dominating the construction landscape, people are no longer familiar with what natural wood feels like. Woodbarn India interacts with the environment and its resources in the most sustainable manner to give world-class living solutions in a country that is increasingly taking an eco-conscious look at contemporary wooden structures
Sanjay Sharma, Founder, Woodbarn India
