It regulates humidity, is extremely airtight and provides improved soundproofing. Clay is a non-flammable material and thus increases the fire safety of any construction. The combination of both ecological building materials constitutes a highly efficient and sustainable construction method for those who wish to build for the future.
The KLH vision KLH Massivholz takes pride in the partnerships it establishes with its clients and has a strong commitment both to its customers
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and the environment. It strives to become the world’s leading manufacturer of sustainable solid timber construction materials and aims to achieve this position through providing the highest level of quality with regards to products and services. At KLH, honouring agreements and acting responsibly towards employees and clients both form part of the company ethos. The wood KLH uses to manufacture the innovative timber boards is sourced exclusively from sustainable forests, as certified by PEFC, the independent forest certifica-
tion system. Being CO2 neutral, wood is an excellent construction material for the ecologically minded. Its energy-efficiency and versatility make it a very attractive material for a variety of projects. Thus, KLH’s timber boards have been used to create many stunning architectural gems, including family homes, shopping centres, industrial units, schools and nurseries. They have also been used to build offices and hotels – and even a beautiful tower in Kärnten. KLH has a strong interest in international partnerships. The company’s main market
