b'Poplar H ardwoodI ndustrIes , I nc .hardwoodind.comTHERMOSUPERIOR H.I. (SUP HI TT) SKUs: 44SHIEPTT(L)TREATEDThermo Treated 1 & Better Special Poplar is a safe, chemical-free, natural alternative to chemicallypreserved wood.Extreme heat and pressure "thermally modifies" the hardwood throughout, permanently altering its chemical and physical properties.Sugars are cooked away, and the moisture content isreduced to a very low 5 to 6%.A sustainable domestically harvested alternative to tropical imports such as Teak and Ipe.Superior H.I. is similar to Superior Plus with the exception of being 5" and wider and no sapwood specification.Designed for high-yielding applications.Ideal for multiple rip, long, clear 2 face, and clear 1 face cuttings.Superior H.I. grades NHLA S/B after H/M surfacing. The following specs improve or clarify the H.I. brand vs. NHLA standards: Sap:No specification.Splits: Maximum split allowed on each end is equalDimensions: Widths 5" and wider, Lengths 6\' to 16\'.to the square footage of the board in inches. Minimum Yield: 83-1/3% on the best face, 66-2/3% on the back face.Stain: Allowed without limit. Manufacturing: Not more than 1/2" of bow, side- bend, wave, orColor: Variation allowed. twist in 8\' of length.Trim backs: Up to 25% maximum.Front BackH ardwoodI ndustrIes , I nc . www.hardwoodind.com'