Lyptus: The Future Of Premium Hardwood Introduced By Weyerhaeuser

Furniture World Magazine

Weyerhaeuser Building Materials recently introduced Lyptus® premium hardwood to U.S. and Canadian markets for use as fine furniture, flooring, cabinets and architectural millwork. Similar in look and workability to mahogany, Lyptus® is an extraordinary choice for ecologically-conscious consumers, architects and builders who are looking for a dependable source of high-quality, sustainably-grown hardwood lumber. This new type of high-quality hardwood lumber has never before been manufactured in commercial volumes. Lyptus® is the result of carefully selected natural hybrids, world-class technology and well-planned, sustainable forest plantations. These important factors ensure that Lyptus® has a suitable color, enduring strength and continued availability for its various end-use applications. Lyptus® trees are interspersed with indigenous trees to preserve native ecosystems. Consumers can rest assured buying products made of this premium-quality hardwood, knowing that Lyptus® is grown in well managed forests and is maintained in an environmentally responsible manner exclusively for the purpose of wood production. In addition to having growth values that allow it to produce thirty times the volume of wood per acre compared to other forests, Lyptus® can also be harvested in just 14-16 years. Lyptus® is a premium-grade lumber ideally suited for flooring, cabinets, residential and commercial furniture, and indoor paneling. Lyptus® is cherry tone in color and has the grain of fine mahogany. Its superior quality, remarkable beauty and dependable supplies make Lyptus® an ideal hardwood for diverse high-end applications. This new premium hardwood is also winning accolades from manufacturers who prefer to use an ecologically-friendly, decorative hardwood that comes from a lasting, sustainable and renewable resource. Industrial tests carried out in Europe and the United States have proven that Lyptus® can be processed with the same tools and finishing as other hardwoods normally used for production of furniture and floorings. Lyptus® is produced by Aracruz Wood Products for Weyerhaeuser. More information about Lyptus® can be found at www.lyptus.com.br. Weyerhaeuser Company is one of the world’s largest integrated forest products companies. Weyerhaeuser is principally engaged in the growing and harvesting of timber; the manufacture, distribution and sale of forest products; and real estate construction, development and related activities. Additional information about Weyerhaeuser’s businesses, products or practices is available at www.weyerhaeuser.com.