Here’s why #builders are switching to ‘baked’ oak” #shorts #sustainablebuilding #architecture

27 Sept 2025 · 0 min

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In this short video, the speaker explains that a natural high‑heat drying method called thermal modification can be applied to red oak, a wood that normally performs poorly outdoors. The process makes the oak rot‑ and weather‑resistant while keeping it price‑competitive and performance‑competitive for exterior building applications, offering builders a sustainable alternative to traditional treated lumber.

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