Oregon Interlock Wood’s strong interlocking joints are produced by combining time-tested wood joining technology and strong adhesives, making it able to withstand nailing forces without breaking apart. Each piece of Oregon Interlock is straight and true. There is no Oregon Interlock Wood that is warped or twisted as any natural bend in the wood is absorbed and straightened by the joint.
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It also undergoes high temperature kiln-drying for dimensional stability. It passes a quality assurance that ensures each piece is consistent and tested for strength, straightness, and knot soundness (solid knots) with no wane defects.
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Oregon Interlock is as strong as conventional solid wood like Oregon Wood when used as ceiling or wall frame. The interlocking joints have no negative impact on the structural integrity or durability of the wood in its intended application.
Oregon Interlock Wood’s strong interlocking joints are able to withstand nailing forces without breaking apart. Due to the design of the interlock joints, plus the strong adhesive that binds with it, the interlock joints becomes a strong and solid part of the wood.