General informations
How is it made?
The first part of the process is to source only kiln-dried hardwood lumber from a reliable source. After the timber has been cut, sawn and planed, the semi-processed timber is glued into strips of the desired cross-section and length using a water-resistant, water-dispersion wood adhesive D3. The glued wooden blocks are "rested" for at least a week in a place with suitable temperature and humidity, and after the resting period, they are produced with a CNC lathe to ensure that they are of the same shape. The finished sports equipment is then coated with Remmers' high quality surface treatment materials in several layers and packaged in an environmentally friendly way after a few days. The production process is preceded by careful design work. The aim was to create shapes that are both beautiful and streamlined, and that guarantee a comfortable and safe grip.
Why kiln-dried wood, why glued?
The so-called "room dry" moisture content of the wood used can only be achieved by artificial drying, which is a prerequisite for the production of interior wood products, be it parquet, furniture, other window frames, etc. A wooden object with an inadequate moisture content can easily crack and change shape. The more pieces of a product are glued together, the more durable, stronger and more resistant to warping. In addition, it is also possible to "flatten" defective parts of the wood, as shorter pieces can also be used in the production process.
Is production environmentally friendly?
Between two-thirds and three-quarters of the wood we use will be waste, from sawing, planing and, to a large extent, turning. At first reading, the figure seems high, but it is negligible compared to the damage caused by felling for firewood, for example. The latter consumes considerably more wood which is completely destroyed when it is used (burnt). All timber, whether logs, furniture or even sports equipment, can only be processed at a significant loss of material. Optimally, the processing of timber produces 50% waste in the form of bark, wood chips, sawdust, wood shavings or sanded dust, in our case around 60-80% due to the material requirements of the shape of the tools produced. Products of this or similar nature cannot be produced with less waste, and this must be taken into account. However, the wood shavings produced are used as a filler in the packaging of our sports equipment, replacing the plastic granules or hoverfoil used for this purpose. This is our contribution to protecting the environment.
What are they made of?
As a rule, we use kiln-dried white beech timber. Beech is a dense species of wood, very easy to work and glue, and easy to obtain in our country. Due to its relatively high specific weight, the weight of our products made from it is therefore heavy enough to make it the perfect sports equipment. We also work with other kiln-dried hardwoods such as walnut, maple and cherry. Our uncompromising aim is to make tools made from these woods more aesthetically pleasing for the user.
Is it impact resistant?
No. If the product is dropped during practice or in other situations, the extent of the damage will depend on the surface against which it is struck. No wooden object will remain intact if it comes into contact with a harder material than itself. Surface treatment is also not a protection against damage, so be careful. Protect it as you would your parquet floor from stiletto heels.
How to clean and store?
Do not use water or water-based cleaners, only dry, waxy or oily cloths. Store in a dry, light-protected place away from radiant heat.