Timber Frame Construction

KVH

KVH® (Konstruktionsvollholz) is solid structural timber produced according to strict quality standards. The wood is finger‑jointed into long, stable lengths and offers a strong, reliable and dimensionally consistent solution for a wide range of structural applications. Thanks to controlled drying, a high strength class and excellent stability, KVH is a trusted material in modern timber construction.

Delivery subject to stock availability.
Free pick up in our warehouse at Ghent.
Shipping within Europe possible.

Available dimensions and thickness
- Thickness: 45–300 mm
- Width: 80–300 mm
- Length: 4–13 m (standard stock length: 13 m)
Qualities
Advantages of KVH®
- Optimised sawing for a clean, stable surface
  Depending on the required end use, the timber can be sawn with or without the pith, resulting in a homogeneous, aesthetic and dimensionally stable profile.
- Dimensionally stable and low‑crack behaviour
  KVH is made from carefully graded timber that is finger‑jointed into longer lengths. This ensures strong, straight and dimensionally accurate beams.
- Consistent quality through strict standards
  Thanks to rigorous selection, technical drying and precise production, KVH meets high requirements for strength, stability and reliability.
- Ready‑to‑use and visually appealing
  The smooth planed finish makes KVH suitable for both structural applications and visible architectural elements.
Applications
KVH is used as solid structural timber, finger‑jointed into long lengths (12–13 m) in strength class C24, suitable for:
- Load‑bearing structures
  Beams, girders and studs for residential and commercial construction. Finger‑jointing allows longer spans with high structural reliability.
- Timber frame construction
  Studs, plates and vertical elements with high dimensional stability and controlled technical drying. Ideal for prefab elements and industrialised building.
- Roof structures
  Purlins, rafters and other load‑bearing roof components requiring strength, stability and consistent quality.
- Visible applications
  Smooth planed finish suitable for ceilings, canopies, interior finishing and exposed structural elements.
- Prefab elements
  Highly suitable for CNC processing and factory‑made wall, floor and roof modules thanks to its precision and dimensional stability.
Technical specifications
KVH® timber meets the highest quality requirements:
Standardisation
- Produced according to DIN 4074‑1/S10 and MS10 – DIN EN 14081‑1
- Includes strict sorting rules for raw timber and additional quality criteria
Technical drying
- Dried to 15% (±3%) moisture content
- Controlled drying reduces deformation (cracks, splits) and improves resistance to insects and fungi
Strength class
- Minimum strength class: C24
- Higher and more reliable strength than traditional C18
Dimensional stability
- Reduced warping and deformation
- Ideal for studs, beams and wall elements in timber structures