Timber weatherboards and fibre cement weatherboards are commonly used in Australasia, however the finish quality is very different. Which is best?
Of late there has been significant interest in rekindling time-honoured wood finishes, and many of them perform better than modern alternatives
Lawsons Cypress, Macrocarpa and Lusitanica are is a naturally durable timbers, suitable for use in low to moderate hazard applications.
With a world craving authentic, natural materials it should be no surprise that traditional timber shingles are making a comeback.
Exterior timber battens are a modern way to provide privacy and sun shade in exposed applications
Surface charred wood (also known as Shou Sugi Ban or Yakisugi) has become an international sensation. However all charred timber is not created equal.
Thermally modified American Ash is a durable and attractive exterior timber, which is being decimated by the Emerald Ash Borer
Resins can be troublesome when softwood timbers are used in exterior applications. Vulcan Cladding is an excellent choice to mitigate resin bleed.
Fire compliance is becoming problematic for timber weatherboard products, particularly in applications close to a boundary or more than 7m in height.
Recycled timber and wood products are gaining in popularity. In modern architectural structures, aged wood siding can provide a contrast with more contemporary materials.
Dust containing silica is created when fibre cement weatherboards and other fibre cement and masonry products are cut, ground, drilled or otherwise disturbed.
Redwood is a Californian native species, that has been planted in New Zealand. A medium to low weight softwood, Redwood, particularly 'old growth' Redwood is prized for its durability and used extensively in fencing, cladding, siding and weatherboard type applications.