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Tongue-and-Groove joint

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A classic joining technique in which one side of the wood profile has a groove (cut) and the other has a tongue (raised edge). Both elements fit together perfectly and ensure a stable, visually closed surface – typically used for facades, ceiling and wall panels. A special quality feature of Minka Wood is the 4-sided tongue-and-groove design. This means that the profiles not only fit together seamlessly on the long sides, but also on the short sides. The result is a significantly higher degree of accuracy of fit, a very clean overall appearance, and particularly simple, safe, and material-saving processing.

Coating

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Coating involves applying protective or decorative layers such as varnishes, glazes, or opaque paints. Coated surfaces receive additional protection against weather, UV radiation, moisture, and dirt.

Planing

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Planing is a machining process in which the wood surface is smoothed and straightened using a planer blade. The result is a clean, elegant surface with high dimensional accuracy—ideal for visible applications such as facade profiles or panels.

Hewing

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A chopped surface is created by targeted blows with a special tool, resulting in a lively, handcrafted relief. It gives the wood a traditional, alpine look and emphasizes its rustic character.

Brushing

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Brushing removes the softer components of the wood using rotating brushes. This creates a deeper, tactile texture that emphasizes the natural grain. The surface has a rustic, high-quality appearance and is less sensitive to minor scratches.