Intalok Benefits

 

Intalok combines the many benefits of solid wood construction with a timber lock system designed to withstand the forces of nature, creating healthy, sustainable homes that stand the test of time.

 
StrongThe elastic and energy absorption properties of solid wood construction make it ideal for use in earthquake-prone regions. Our solid wood wall boards are designed to move slightly and then return to their original position once the shaking sto…

Strong

Solid wood construction is elastic and absorbs energy making it ideal for use in earthquake-prone areas. This natural flexibility combined with our innovative timber lock system makes them strong and resilient.

DurableIntalok buildings have survived the 2004 Maldives tsunami, which destroyed most of the islands. They have withstood hurricanes in the South Pacific and earthquakes in New Zealand and Turkey. Even in areas of liquefaction, provided the house w…

Durable

Intalok buildings have previously survived tsunami and earthquakes, even after the shaking stopped the Intalok home remained structurally sound and livable.

Fire ResistantSolid timber is actually more resistant to fire than other building materials, burning at just 0.6mm per minute - much slower than any synthetic building material. This means Intalok homes retain their structural integrity for longer i…

Fire Resistant

Solid timber is more resistant to fire than other building materials, burning much slower than any other synthetic building material. This means Intalok homes retain their structural integrity for longer in a fire. 

Home and Family-friendlyNatural timber absorbs carbon dioxide and stores it safely. It also acts as a natural dehumidifier, absorbing and repelling moisture. Intalok homes and buildings purify the air you breathe and maintain stable humidity to redu…

Home and Family-friendly

Solid wood behaves differently to synthetic materials and actively works to maintain comfort levels by regulating temperature and humidity levels, allowing the house to breathe and maintaining air quality for a healthier living environment.

Uses less energy

Wood has the lowest energy consumption of any common building material because of its high insulation value and thermal mass. Much less energy is required to heat, cool and ventilate a building with solid wood walls meaning your home stays comfortable and saves you money.

SustainableWood is a natural, abundant and 100 per cent renewable resource, making it perfect for sustainable building. New Zealand has an abundance of timber available for future generations with seven per cent or (1.6 million hectares) of New Zeal…

Sustainable

Wood is a natural, abundant and renewable resource, making it perfect for sustainable building. Intalok solid wood walls are made from fast growing softwood tree plantations.

Environmentally-kind

Produced by nature, wood is one of the healthiest building materials on the planet, boasting the lowest CO2 emissions of any common building material. Building with solid wood is a constructive way to help combat global warming.

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