BETTERWOOD " ADVICE » WOOD TILES " ORIGIN
Tropical wood is naturally the most durable wood outdoors. However, with these hardwoods, particular attention should be paid to the origin and production method. Find out more about sustainable forest management in the tropics - and how you can check the sustainability of your wood tiles.
The wooden tiles at Betterwood come from sustainably managed forests and are FSC® 100% certified.
Cumaru wood tiles come from Peru, and further processing takes place near Lima. Betterwood directly controls working conditions and sustainability on site.
Teak wood tiles come from Vietnam, also from FSC®-certified reforestation projects, with compliance with ecological and social standards being regularly monitored.
Learn moreThe wooden tiles from Betterwood are sustainable because they are 100% FSC® certified and come from forests managed in an ecologically and socially responsible manner. This ensures long-term forest protection, species conservation, and fair local working conditions. Compliance with these standards is regularly independently audited.
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6,50 €
Cumaru wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price: €72 per m2, resistance class: 1
Advantages: ✓ best durability ✓ particularly robust and scratch-resistant
Disadvantages: ✗ partly rough surface
Tip:Sand tiles after initial exposure to weather.
6,50 €
Garapa wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price: €72 per m2, resistance class: 1-2
Advantages: ✓ smooth surface ✓ homogeneous, light color
Disadvantages: ✗ Ferrous substances lead to discolouration
Tip: Patio cleaning removes discoloration
6,50 €
Jatoba wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price from: €72 per m2, resistance class: 1-2
Advantages: ✓ smooth surface ✓ strong color and grain
Disadvantages:✗ unoiled tendency to crack ✗ colored ingredients wash out
Tip:Clean and oil tiles after installation.
7,50 €
Teak wood tiles, FSC 100%
Price: €83 per m2, resistance class: 1
Advantages:✓ Best durability and dimensional stability ✓ Lowest risk of cracks and splinters
Disadvantages: ✗ slightly more expensive
Tip: Terrace oil is not necessary if silvering is desired.
