Thermally Modified Wood Siding Reviews

Thermally modified wood also called heat treated wood has been available since the mid 1990s in europe where it was developed as an environmentally friendly alternative to tropical hardwoods.

Thermally modified wood siding reviews. Modified wood offers all the beauty of real wood without the concerns over durability longevity and maintenance needs. A lot of dealers and builders don t know much about it but those who have tried it give rave reviews. Instead of choosing vinyl composites or expensive hardwoods here are 30 reasons why you will be happier with a modified wood deck. Thermory is the union of science and design.

Exposed face 2 3 4. A local wood trader has shown me some thermally modifid ash planks never seen that before with a stunning coloring that almost seduced me to immediately buy a table and two benches worth of it and build some new massive garden furniture. Thermally modified real wood products with unequalled durability and stunning beauty. The science behind the product.

Download our pdf to learn more about our siding products. Thermally modified decking cambia decking is a sustainable quality decking that holds a class 1 durability rating. Thermal modification changes the chemical structure of the wood. Benchmark pine redefines expectations for softwood decking.

Although thermally modified decking and siding has been available in europe for at least two decades it s a newcomer to u s. But sales are growing. Click to learn more. Actual 3 4 x 3 25.

Shiplap and tongue and groove. The process changes both the physical and biological properties of wood hindering its ability to reabsorb moisture. It s relatively new to north america though and its lack of a track record makes a lot of builders hesitant to try it. Modified wood decks develop a natural patina over time.

Now the wood is thermally modified. Prices are on par with ipe. Cambia ash available in 5 4 6 1 x5 5 and 5 4 4 1 x3 5 can be traditionally faced screwed or if hidden fasteners are desired we recommend the eb ty system by simpson strong tie. Once the wood has been thermally modified its properties are more stable than conventionally kiln dried wood making pakari less susceptible to cupping and warping.

Which basically means it went into a kiln at a somewhat higher. Unequalled in durability and stability our thermally modified scots pine decking features distinct knots beautiful golden brown color and no visible sapwood. Both are offered in nominal 1 x 6 and 1 x 8 sizes.