Timber that looks and feels like wood

Wood is warm, earthy, and feels good to the touch. That is why, wood substitutes in furniture like plastic or metal, or in flooring like ceramic tiles, for instance, never feel the same.

The artificial wood innovated by Roy Research and Technology is, hence, a winner, because it feels and looks like wood. And, just as wood has different textures and colours, so can RRT’s invention be easily varied to mimic different types of natural wood and have similar grain, texture, and appearance.

Roy Research and Technology’s artificial timber is better than other wood substitutes, because:

• it can be made in the form of blocks, beams, and panel. Just as wood can be cut into various sizes and shapes, our artificial timber can be re-sized for various uses in furniture, flooring, or even construction.
• its density can be changed, that is, it can be made heavier/stronger or lighter. Depending on what it is going to be used for, RRT’s artificial timber panels can be made to strong enough to take on huge loads or light enough for a baby’s cot.
• it resembles and feels like natural timber in grain and colour. Any natural wood finish can be arrived at to present an authentic appearance.
• it can be sawed and painted on. It can also be carved on and made into door or wall panels with elaborate  designs, for instance (please see picture of carved wood panel on Applications page).
• it has nail and screw holding capacity.
• it is a good thermal insulator, it helps retain heat in wood houses. Wood flooring is very common in colder countries, because it helps trap heat apart from the aesthetic value. Artificial wood serves both purposes.

Finally, just like natural wood, artificial wood is bio-degradable and can be powdered and disposed off safely. (Please see more about how artificial wood is sustainable technology.)