10 best manufacturers of imitation timber

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Wood has long been used in the construction industry. Round logs have been replaced by modern lumber, one of which is imitation of a bar. The product is an edged board with an outer surface that resembles a timber profile. The panels are connected using a lock, the main elements of which are a tongue and a groove. With the help of imitation, you can finish both external and internal walls. The board is allowed to be coated with special impregnations or paints and varnishes. Both domestic and foreign timber processing enterprises present their products on the Russian market. The recommendations of our experts will help potential buyers choose imitation timber for finishing their home.

Selection recommendations

Raw materials. A wide range of wood is used for the manufacture of finishing material.

1. Pine and spruce are the most popular wood species due to the optimal combination of price, appearance and durability. The panels can be additionally impregnated or painted.
2. Exterior finishing requires wood that is highly resistant to moisture, temperature changes and ultraviolet light. Larch meets all these requirements. It withstands negative atmospheric influences even without the use of impregnations.
3. An imitation of a hardwood bar can become a highlight of the interior of the room. Most often, oak, linden, alder, birch and some other types of wood become raw materials.

Dimensions. To obtain a high-quality finish on walls or ceilings, it is important to purchase panels with high dimensional accuracy. Otherwise, a lot of material may go to waste or the appearance of the coating will be far from perfect.

1. The panel width most often varies between 110 … 260 mm. Experts consider the size of 150 or 190 mm to be the best option for external finishing. For interior decoration, a 110 mm wide board looks preferable.
2. Imitation of a bar is produced with a thickness of 18 to 45 mm. Outside panels are required with dimensions 25-35 mm. It is better to arrange the interior space of the house with boards 20-22 mm thick.
3. The length of the imitation of the timber is 3 and 6 m.If there are not enough 6-meter panels for the outer walls (you have to dock with the help of a special strip), then lumber with a length of 3 m often looks optimal in the rooms.

Range. Imitation of a bar, like other wood processing products, is divided into varieties.

1. The category “Extra” is considered to be of the highest quality. Such material is the most expensive, but there will be few defects on it.
2. Slight cracks and knots are allowed in A / AB grade panels. The total area of ​​damage should not exceed 10%.
3. The most affordable price is the VS grade. Imitation timber can have flaws and damage in the area up to 70%.

Our review includes the 10 best manufacturers of timber imitation. All companies are actively selling their products on the Russian market. When allocating seats, the editors of the journal relied on the opinion of the expert community, taking into account the feedback from domestic users.

Rating of the best manufacturers of imitation timber

Nomination	a place	manufacturer	rating
Rating of the best manufacturers of imitation timber	1	Wood stock house	5.0
	2	Vitim-Les	4.9
	3	DeCom	4.8
	4	Terra Siberica	4.7
	5	Derevo-lesProm	4.6
	6	Baikal Forest	4.5
	7	Lenwood	4.4
	8	Vyshnevolotsk timber industry enterprise	4.3
	9	StroyLesGroup	4.2
	10	Realwood	4.1

Wood stock house

Rating: 5.0

Wood Stock House has been operating in the domestic market for over 10 years. It specializes in the production of pine and larch lumber. The production site of the company is located in the Moscow region, it is equipped with the most modern equipment. The manufacturer offers a wide range of imitation of timber, the thickness of the material varies from 20 to 45 mm, the choice of width is in the range of 120 … 260 mm. Experts appreciated the high quality of the products, which was achieved through careful selection of raw materials and strict control at all stages of production. The brand wins first place in our review.

Domestic homeowners praise imitation timber for high quality, exceptional accuracy, and a variety of sizes.

Advantages

• quality raw materials;
• strict control at all stages of production;
• variety of standard sizes;
• high accuracy.

disadvantages

• not found.

Vitim-Les

Rating: 4.9

Since 2003 the trading and production company Vitim-Les has been working in the Irkutsk region. Experts praised the brand for its civilized approach to production. The enterprise not only produces quality products, but also helps to solve a number of social problems in the Angara region. As an asset, the manufacturer should include the most efficient use of harvested wood. Up to 350 cubic meters are processed daily. m of forest. The catalog contains more than a dozen types of products, among which imitation of a bar takes a worthy place. The brand becomes the silver medalist of our review.

Russian users speak flatteringly about the high quality of products, affordable prices, and a responsible approach to the social sphere.

Advantages

• civilized approach to production;
• efficient use of the forest;
• rich assortment;
• affordable prices.

disadvantages

• not found.

DeCom

Rating: 4.8

Another large timber processing enterprise from the Irkutsk region got on the prize pedestal of our review. The company has been operating since 2009, experts note the modern automated equipment of the German company LINK. The productivity of only one complex is 18 thousand cubic meters of wood per month. The main raw material is Siberian larch, small amounts of pine, birch, cedar and aspen are supplied for processing. The assortment of sawn timber is quite wide, starting with edged products and ending with imitation of timber. Due to the high quality and affordable price, the company managed to win the trust of domestic consumers.

In the reviews, users praise DeKom products for their exact dimensions, ease of installation, and environmental friendliness.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness;
• exact dimensions;
• easy installation;
• affordable prices.

disadvantages

• not found.

Terra Siberica

Rating: 4.7

In the very heart of Siberia (Tomsk) the Terra Sibirica company is located. The young enterprise (operating since 2016) focused on the production of rounded, glued, massive profiled timber, as well as molded products (imitation of a bar, lining, oblique plank, etc.). The company builds houses in different countries of Europe and Asia. Many homeowners have appreciated the sustainability of Siberian timber. The experts liked the high quality of products, careful selection of raw materials, high-tech equipment. The brand stops one step away from the top three.

A modest assortment of imitation timber prevented the manufacturer from wedging into the struggle for a place on the podium. Users have no complaints about the quality of workmanship and dimensional accuracy.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness;
• careful selection of raw materials;
• high-tech equipment;
• quality workmanship.

disadvantages

• modest assortment.

Derevo-lesProm

Rating: 4.6

Derevo-lesProm offers affordable prices for its products. It produces and sells sawn timber in Moscow and the Moscow region. Pine and spruce are used as raw materials. For 10 years, a small company has become a major player in the vastness of the capital region. Imitation of a bar is in high demand due to a competent pricing policy. The thickness of the panels varies within the range of 14 … 28 mm, while the width of the products is 140 … 160 mm. The brand has earned praise from experts for its good quality and its own delivery service. When buying large volumes, the manufacturer offers pleasant discounts and unexpected bonuses.

On thematic forums, users praise the manufacturer for affordable prices, workmanship, delivery and discounts.

Advantages

• competent pricing policy;
• variety of sizes;
• high-quality manufacturing;
• own delivery service.

disadvantages

• poor choice of materials (pine and spruce).

Baikal Forest

Rating: 4.5

A wide selection of wood species is offered to consumers by the Baikal Les company. Along with traditional pine and larch, the manufacturer uses raw materials such as cedar, oak, linden, ash. The production site of the enterprise is located in the Moscow region, but the products are shipped to all regions. Discounts are offered to regular customers. High quality imitation of timber is ensured by careful selection of raw materials and technological German equipment. Modern lumber is available in 4 price segments, ranging from the affordable “C” category to the elite “Extra” products.

Consumers note the resistance of imitation timber to cracking and pathogenic microflora, precise dimensions and a wide range of materials.

Advantages

• rich selection of materials;
• high-quality manufacturing;
• resistance to cracking;
• lack of biodefeat.

disadvantages

• high prices.

Lenwood

Rating: 4.4

Lenwood has been manufacturing and selling sawn timber since 2006. The production site is located in the Leningrad and Novgorod regions. Among the regular customers are the largest wholesalers in Moscow and St. Petersburg. There are two subgroups of timber imitation in the manufacturer's catalog: classic and Karelian profile. Experts appreciated the regular daily promotions and sales. The entire assortment is divided into categories A, B and C. The brand is ranked seventh in the review.

Domestic users speak flatteringly about the rich line of imitation of timber, a variety of materials, and affordable prices. Among the shortcomings, a re-grading of products is noted, when instead of grade A, the client receives grade B.

Advantages

• variety of shapes and sizes;
• quality raw materials;
• affordable prices;
• daily promotions.

disadvantages

• re-grading happens.

Vyshnevolotsk timber industry enterprise

Rating: 4.3

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The Vyshnevolotsk timber industry enterprise has a glorious history. In 1953, a logging site was organized to provide the collective farms with lumber. The expansion and modernization of the organization took place gradually, in 1993 the enterprise registered the trade mark Vyshnevolotsk timber industry enterprise. The experts drew attention to the fact that the company carries out a full cycle, from timber harvesting to the production of imitation timber and glue products. The manufacturer's asset should include the manufacture of products in accordance with GOST, the presence of a European quality certificate.

Users are satisfied with the quality of workmanship of imitation timber, durability, and affordable prices. Of the minuses, they note a modest assortment.

Advantages

• full production cycle;
• European quality certificate;
• wear resistance;
• reasonable prices.

disadvantages

• modest assortment.

StroyLesGroup

Rating: 4.2

The StroyLesGroup company is actively working on the Moscow market. Thanks to its own production, the company offers affordable prices and prompt delivery of goods on the day of payment. The main raw material for the manufacture of sawn timber is coniferous wood (larch, pine, spruce, cedar). The manufacturer also works with hardwood (hornbeam, alder, linden, birch, poplar, maple). The experts liked the technological chain of sawn timber production, which includes drying, impregnation with antiseptics, fire retardants, insecticides. As a result, imitation of a bar is resistant to wear and bio-damage.

Domestic consumers praise the company for high-quality lumber, a variety of standard sizes, reliable protection against wear and biodegradation.

Advantages

• affordable prices;
• wide range of materials;
• variety of standard sizes;
• durability.

disadvantages

• delivery times are sometimes delayed.

Realwood

Rating: 4.1

A rich line of imitation of a bar is offered to the domestic consumer by the Realwood company. In the catalog you can find products from classic materials (larch and pine), as well as products from innovative raw materials thermo pine, thermo maple and thermo ash. The company independently sells its products through a chain of stores. High quality lumber is ensured by advanced equipment. Experts drew attention to a unique technology that involves the removal of resins and the destruction of polysaccharide chains. Therefore, microorganisms and insects will not settle in imitation of a bar. Although such products are more expensive, they have many fans in our country.

In reviews, the brand is praised for its rich assortment, unique technologies, and resistance to biological damage.

Advantages

• variety of materials;
• high-quality manufacturing;
• own shops;
• unique technologies.

disadvantages

• high price.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.