Wirebrushing occurs before the staining or coating process. Removing the softer wood during the brushing process creates more surface area, thereby increasing adhesion to the wood and promoting longevity. It also changes the general appearance of the wood, adding depth and character by accentuating the natural grain structure.

Modified woods are standard wood species (such as oak, pine, or hemlock) that have been altered through chemical or thermal methods to make them more structurally stable and increase longevity once installed. Thermal modification of wood is a process by which wood is heated to high temperatures (typically 160–240°C) in a low-oxygen environment to alter its chemical structure. This reduces moisture absorption and increases durability, stability, and resistance to decay without using chemical preservatives.

For square foot measurements, multiply the length of the desired area by the width of the desired area in feet. For example, a 10 foot by 20 foot room measures out to 200 square feet (SF).

Lineal foot measurements can be more complex. Your supplier will be able to assist with calculations.

As an example, we’ll use the same 10'x20'= 200 SF room. With your square foot measurement, you can calculate total lineal foot once you have selected the desired board width. For example, a 6" wide board is ½ of a foot in width. Multiple your square foot measurement by your boards percentage of 1 foot. In this case, 50% or 0.50. So, 200 x 0.50= 400 lineal feet of 6" wide material. This will cover approx. 200 square feet of surface area. For that same area, if you selected a 4" wide board, 4" = 1/3 of a foot in width or 0.33. So for a 4" board width you would need 200 x 0.33= 600 lineal feet using a 4" wide board to cover a 200 square foot area.

The Origin series is incredibly easy to maintain. Once installed, the material will be hands-off for 2-3 years. At the end of that period, you will want to apply what is called a 'Maintenance Coat". This is a simple application of one coat on the surface of the material to maintain the original appearance (taking into account the aging in the wood itself). To apply a maintenance coat, contact us to ensure you have the proper material and quantity. To apply the maintenance coat, simply wash the surface using noncorrosive cleaning agents (such as soap & water or diluted Simple Green). Once cleaned, allow the surface to dry completely, then apply one coat to the surface. To apply, roll or spray the product on the surface. Using a bristle brush, brush the material into the surface while wet for best results. Brushing the product while wet will help achieve a smooth even application and helps the product penetrate the surface of the wood by breaking the surface tension leading to a successful application.

There are many variables involved in determining lead time. The standard answer is 4-6 weeks depending on the quantity, type of wood, finish that is selected for your project and shipping.

Turnaround times vary with larger quantities, taking more time to be processed by a mill and prepared for the finishing process. Standard turnaround time for wood is 3-4 weeks before finishing can commence.

Certain wood species take longer to acquire, especially in larger volumes. We can typically give customers an estimate within 24-48 hours.

All orders are shipped via freight delivery services. The final destination can increase the overall delivery schedule based on the total distance of the delivery. We are located in Washington State. As of 2026, shipping from our location to the east coast is 6-10 business days. Shipping can be quoted during the order process to give more precise information on arrival times and freight costs.