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Advertorial A rchitecture is constantly evolving, where aesthetics, performance, and sustainability must seamlessly coexist. At the forefront of this transformation, material innovation is reshaping the way we build from the inside out. One standout advancement – SilvaLam™ MicroCLT from SilvaStar Building Products, powered by Binderholz, a global leader in mass timber technology – is making a bold impact on mass timber construction and high- performance interior design. Engineered as a 3-ply solid spruce panel with a precise tongue and groove joint and micro chamfer, SilvaLam™ MicroCLT offers a rare combination of structural integrity, visual refinement, and installation efficiency. †e panels are manufactured using cross-laminated, waterproof-glued (AW 100) solid spruce timber that meets stringent E1 emissions standards, carries CE certification, and is sanded on both sides for a clean, uniform finish. It's not just a construction component – it's a high-quality, design- forward solution tailored for commercial, industrial, and institutional spaces. What distinguishes SilvaLam™ MicroCLT is its ability to deliver both technical excellence and natural beauty. Each panel is crafted from sawn spruce timber that's carefully dried and visually sorted to ensure a clean, balanced appearance with minimal cracking. †is results in a refined solid wood surface that requires no decorative finishing – no paint, no plaster – just precision-crafted, visually appealing timber that's ready to install. Backed by the engineering expertise and production quality of Binderholz, SilvaLam™ MicroCLT ensures world-class consistency, environmental responsibility, and performance. Binderholz's proven reputation across the global construction industry enhances the credibility and reliability of every panel. Installation is simple and fast, thanks to the integrated tongue and groove system. Even with basic tools, SilvaLam™ MicroCLT panels can be quickly joined, reducing onsite labor and keeping projects on schedule – a clear asset for large-scale institutional or commercial builds where efficiency is paramount. DESIGN WITHOUT DISRUPTION Available in a wide range of sizes – from 4 ft × 8 ft (1.22 m × 2.44 m) up to an impressive 6 ft-6 in by 16 ft-4 in (1.98 m x 4.98 m) meters, with tongue and groove edges and the option of SilvaStar's renowned custom prefinished treatment – SilvaLam™ MicroCLT panels provide architects with the ability to maintain a continuous pattern and material language across large surfaces. †is scale enhances visual flow and allows the real wood warmth of spruce to fully express itself in uninterrupted expanses, contributing to both spatial cohesion and sensory comfort. Beyond its performance and aesthetics, SilvaLam™ MicroCLT also supports environmental and occupant well-being goals. Produced with eco-conscious adhesives and featuring thick outer lamellas that preserve the best natural characteristics of spruce, it contributes to healthier indoor air quality and sustainable construction practices. With a wide range of surface design options and a warm, tactile appeal that enhances occupant experience, SilvaLam™ MicroCLT offers architects the freedom to elevate interior spaces – without compromise. In the context of today's material- conscious design, SilvaLam™ MicroCLT doesn't just meet expectations — it quietly exceeds them. Whether you're specifying for a civic space, custom home, corporate interior, or education campus, it's a material that speaks to modern values: natural, efficient, warm and enduring. SilvaLam™ MicroCLT, powered by Binderholz, is finished and distributed in North America by SilvaStar Building Products. SilvaLam™ MicroCLT: Rethinking Interior Finishes for Modern Architecture By Steve Conroy, President of SilvaStar Building Products SilvaStar Building Products (A Division of Welco Lumber Corporation) SILVASTAR Toll Free Phone: 1-844-SILVAST (745-8278) Visit our website for a full product offering: SilvaStar.ca ©binderholz ©binderholz ©binderholz