We believe economic progress does not have to
come at the expense of the environment.
1 ACRE
Every acre of drowned trees that lay in a hydroelectric reservoir, lake or river translates into an acre of forest that’s left standing.
$120+ BILLION
Buried in the water of reservoirs around the world are submerged trees that are estimated at USD $120,000,000
$450+ BILLION
The global market for industrial wood products including wood and paper is growing everyday.
Many years ago, loggers used to float felled trees over lakes and nearby rivers for transportation to mills for processing. Logs that were extra heavy would sink to the bottom, and the loggers did not take the time to recover them. It is estimated that 20 - 30% of harvested timber ended up under water.
Fast forward to today, these logs are not completely lost, as underwater logs are safe from wood-decaying fungi that require wood, moisture, air, and temperatures estimated around 24ºC – 32ºC (75ºF — 90ºF) . Underwater logs are also safe from stains. In fact, the water preserves the wood naturally.
Timberwise was borne from the idea that this old growth wood was indeed unique from today’s wood and were worth harvesting. As well, modern land-based logging methods are unsustainable and hard on the environment. Timberwise has invented technology, processes and equipment to sustainably harvest old growth timber from lakebeds, resevoirs and rivers efficiently and profitably without harming the environment.
Today, the global demand for exotic and hard-to-find wood is a $60 Billion US growth business. Timberwise is meeting this demand and harvesting old growth submerged timber from the very same lakes that the early loggers used while reducing the environmental footprint on the world.
Timberwise. Driving Change with Rediscovered Wood.
DRAWING UPON THE PAST FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Because the underwater logging process is essentially retrieving sunken wood that was already lost in previous logging and dam building, the logs are considered ‘rediscovered wood.’ It reduces deforestation. In addition, road building is eliminated as well as greenhouse emissions.
WHY
TIMBERWISE?
REDISCOVERING
SUBMERGED TIMBER
With deep foresight, planning and innovative technology, we are undertaking one of the world’s most ambitious forestry projects. We are disrupting the global logging industry by working deep below the waters to resurrect superb timbers perfectly preserved by low temperatures and oxygen content.
Species includes high-grade red oak, flaming red birch, maple, cherry, elm, walnut, and more — all of which have been submerged for centuries. This timber is nearly impossible to source anywhere else.
SUBMERGED - A HIGHER QUALITY OF WOOD
The wood-grain from old-growth trees is extremely dense, which increases durability and works well for flooring, cabinetry and furniture. As well, the submerged wood takes on hues of the natural elements around it. These mummified logs once grew under a canopy of conifers in low light and limited-nutrient conditions, they matured slower than today’s fast-growing land based varieties. The result is a superfine grain, with 25 - 70 growth rings per inch. This compares to an average of 6 - 15 growth rings per inch in today’s harvested trees.
This is the world’s finest timber. Timber that master woodworkers dream of working with, harvested in an efficient and responsible manner.
VALUE
Our ability to source hard-to-find woods from freshwater lakes, reservoirs and rivers in both the southern and northern hemisphere. These include hard to source exotic woods for furniture and fine musical instruments.
TECHNOLOGY
As much as Timberwise is an underwater logging company, our innovative technology embraces cutting edge processes, equipment and automation to continually improve our technology platform.
GLOBAL EXPERTISE
Our Timberwise business strategy, expertise and collective focus is the platform to become the foremost global operator working in different countries with our trusted partners.
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Above all, Timberwise stands up for the environment and is continually seeking ways to lessen our combined footprint on the earth while providing valuable wood products.
Maple
Maple hardwood’s beauty is undeniable. Maple is one of the hardest varieties of wood. Prized for furniture, interior finishing, and cabinetry.
• Easy to Clean and Maintain
• Improved Indoor Air Quality
• Consistent Grains
• Affordable
• Eco-Friendly
WALNUT
Walnut is a rich brown lustrous heartwood with a grain pattern that categorizes itself in between grainy woods like oak and uniform textured woods like maple and poplar.
• Durable, Long Lasting
• Attractive Wood Grain
• Highly Resistant to Wear
• Stains and Polishes Well
FLAMING RED BIRCH
Flaming Red Birch is mostly white but as it nears the core will show interesting brown flame patterns, with white. It is a versatile and affordable wood.
• Turns, Glues and Finishes Well
• Easy to Work with – Hand and Machine Tools
• Affordable
• No Odor
NATURAL CHERRY
Perhaps the most prized furniture hardwood in America. Cherry is renowned among woodworkers and furniture aficionados for its colour and aging process.
• Stains and Polishes Well
• Darkens over Time
• Consistent Smooth Grains
• Durable, Long Lasting
RED OAK
Some tribes used red oak bark as a medicine for heart troubles and bronchial infections or as an astringent, disinfectant, and cleanser. Versatile for flooring, furniture, millwork.
• Durable, Long Lasting
• Hard, Heavy, Strong
• Medicinal Uses
• Stains and Polishes Well
ELM
Besides the frequent use of its veneer for paneling, furnituremakers take advantage of elm’s ruggedness for hidden furniture parts.
• Strong Corrosion Resistance
• High Mechanical Strength
• Suitable For Carving
• Medicinal Uses
TIMBERWISE - EXOTIC WOODS
REDISCOVERING
SUBMERGED TIMBER
Value
Our ability to source hard-to-find woods from freshwater lakes, reservoirs and rivers in both the southern and northern hemisphere. These include hard to source exotic woods for furniture and fine musical instruments.
PATENTED TECHNOLOGY
As much as Timberwise is an underwater logging company, our patented technology embraces cutting edge processes, equipment and looking to continually improve our technology platform.
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Above all, Timberwise stands up for the environment and is continually seeking ways to lessen our combined footprint on the earth while providing valuable wood products.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
A secure and promising investment opportunity with an emerging start-up that promises to disrupt the industry and provide a tangible ROI.
