Exterior Cladding

Exterior Cladding

Bring warmth, texture, and timeless appeal to any building with natural timber cladding.

Wood cladding provides a natural barrier against the elements while adding depth and character.

Why Choose Wood Cladding?

  • Long-lasting Performance: Proven durability with decades of service life.
  • Excellent Insulation: Superior thermal and acoustic insulation properties contribute to reduced energy costs and improved comfort.
  • Design Flexibility: A comprehensive range of species, profiles, and finishes to meet any design specification.
  • Sustainable Construction: Low embodied carbon and responsibly sourced options (FSC®, PEFC®, or SFI® certified) support your project’s sustainability goals.

Purpose of Design

Our exterior cladding collection is meticulously engineered to serve as the primary defensive skin for building envelopes, balancing structural protection with architectural integrity. This product line specifically addresses the requirements of high-performance facades, providing a robust barrier against environmental elements while maintaining breathability for the underlying structure. It is developed for professionals who demand materials that contribute to the thermal efficiency and weather-tightness of a building without compromising on the tactile and visual warmth that only natural timber can provide.

Application Versatility

This cladding system is ideally suited for a diverse range of architectural typologies, spanning from bespoke high-end residential commissions to large-scale commercial and institutional developments. Whether deployed as a comprehensive facade solution for a multi-story mixed-use complex or as an accent feature on a modern private residence, the material adapts effortlessly to various vertical and horizontal orientations. Its versatility allows for seamless integration into rainscreen systems, soffits, and feature walls, offering architects the flexibility to create cohesive design narratives across different facets of a project.

Aesthetic Character

The visual impact of our cladding lies in its authentic representation of natural wood grain, texture, and tonal variation, which serves to soften modern architectural lines. We select timber grades that exhibit superior consistency and character, ensuring that the finished facade presents a sophisticated, uniform appearance that respects the organic origins of the material. The interplay of light and shadow created by the profile selection adds depth and dimension to the building's exterior, allowing the structure to mature gracefully and integrate harmoniously with its surrounding landscape or urban context.

Structural Resilience

Engineered for longevity, our exterior cladding demonstrates exceptional dimensional stability and resistance to the rigors of fluctuating climate conditions. The selected timber species are naturally endowed with properties that resist decay and insect degradation, characteristics that are further enhanced through our precision manufacturing processes. This inherent durability ensures that the cladding maintains its structural integrity over decades of exposure, providing a reliable performance baseline that specifiers can trust for projects requiring extended service lives.

Aging and Care

Over time, natural wood cladding will evolve, transitioning from its original installed hue to a distinguished silver-gray patina if left untreated, a process that does not diminish its structural performance. For clients desiring to maintain the original coloration, a regimen of periodic maintenance using UV-inhibiting coatings is recommended to preserve the timber’s vibrancy. We provide detailed guidance on the aging trajectory of each species, allowing design teams to accurately forecast the building's future appearance and plan appropriate maintenance schedules that align with the client’s operational capabilities.

Installation Methodology

Our cladding profiles are precision-milled to facilitate efficient onsite application, utilizing standard tongue-and-groove or shiplap connections that conceal fasteners for a clean, uninterrupted finish. The system is designed for compatibility with standard furring strips and rainscreen assemblies, ensuring proper ventilation and drainage behind the cladding layer. While the installation process respects traditional carpentry techniques, the consistent milling tolerances significantly reduce waste and installation time, allowing contractors to achieve exact alignment and corner detailing with greater predictability.

Project Suitability

Determining if this cladding is the correct specification for your project involves evaluating the desired balance between natural aesthetics, environmental exposure, and maintenance accessibility. It is the optimal choice for developments where the architectural vision prioritizes sustainable, biophilic design principles and where the building envelope is intended to make a statement of quality and permanence. We encourage design teams to consult with our specialists during the schematic phase to ensure the selected profile and species align perfectly with the project's specific climatic demands and aesthetic goals.

Why Choose Wood Cladding?

  • Long-lasting Performance: Proven durability with decades of service life.
  • Excellent Insulation: Superior thermal and acoustic insulation properties contribute to reduced energy costs and improved comfort.
  • Design Flexibility: A comprehensive range of species, profiles, and finishes to meet any design specification.
  • Sustainable Construction: Low embodied carbon and responsibly sourced options (FSC®, PEFC®, or SFI® certified) support your project’s sustainability goals.
Why Choose Wood Cladding?

Purpose of Design

Our exterior cladding collection is meticulously engineered to serve as the primary defensive skin for building envelopes, balancing structural protection with architectural integrity. This product line specifically addresses the requirements of high-performance facades, providing a robust barrier against environmental elements while maintaining breathability for the underlying structure. It is developed for professionals who demand materials that contribute to the thermal efficiency and weather-tightness of a building without compromising on the tactile and visual warmth that only natural timber can provide.

Application Versatility

This cladding system is ideally suited for a diverse range of architectural typologies, spanning from bespoke high-end residential commissions to large-scale commercial and institutional developments. Whether deployed as a comprehensive facade solution for a multi-story mixed-use complex or as an accent feature on a modern private residence, the material adapts effortlessly to various vertical and horizontal orientations. Its versatility allows for seamless integration into rainscreen systems, soffits, and feature walls, offering architects the flexibility to create cohesive design narratives across different facets of a project.

Why Choose Wood Cladding?

Aesthetic Character

The visual impact of our cladding lies in its authentic representation of natural wood grain, texture, and tonal variation, which serves to soften modern architectural lines. We select timber grades that exhibit superior consistency and character, ensuring that the finished facade presents a sophisticated, uniform appearance that respects the organic origins of the material. The interplay of light and shadow created by the profile selection adds depth and dimension to the building's exterior, allowing the structure to mature gracefully and integrate harmoniously with its surrounding landscape or urban context.

Structural Resilience

Engineered for longevity, our exterior cladding demonstrates exceptional dimensional stability and resistance to the rigors of fluctuating climate conditions. The selected timber species are naturally endowed with properties that resist decay and insect degradation, characteristics that are further enhanced through our precision manufacturing processes. This inherent durability ensures that the cladding maintains its structural integrity over decades of exposure, providing a reliable performance baseline that specifiers can trust for projects requiring extended service lives.

Aging and Care

Over time, natural wood cladding will evolve, transitioning from its original installed hue to a distinguished silver-gray patina if left untreated, a process that does not diminish its structural performance. For clients desiring to maintain the original coloration, a regimen of periodic maintenance using UV-inhibiting coatings is recommended to preserve the timber’s vibrancy. We provide detailed guidance on the aging trajectory of each species, allowing design teams to accurately forecast the building's future appearance and plan appropriate maintenance schedules that align with the client’s operational capabilities.

Installation Methodology

Our cladding profiles are precision-milled to facilitate efficient onsite application, utilizing standard tongue-and-groove or shiplap connections that conceal fasteners for a clean, uninterrupted finish. The system is designed for compatibility with standard furring strips and rainscreen assemblies, ensuring proper ventilation and drainage behind the cladding layer. While the installation process respects traditional carpentry techniques, the consistent milling tolerances significantly reduce waste and installation time, allowing contractors to achieve exact alignment and corner detailing with greater predictability.

Project Suitability

Determining if this cladding is the correct specification for your project involves evaluating the desired balance between natural aesthetics, environmental exposure, and maintenance accessibility. It is the optimal choice for developments where the architectural vision prioritizes sustainable, biophilic design principles and where the building envelope is intended to make a statement of quality and permanence. We encourage design teams to consult with our specialists during the schematic phase to ensure the selected profile and species align perfectly with the project's specific climatic demands and aesthetic goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What constitutes high-performance exterior wood cladding?
Exterior wood cladding acts as both a protective skin and a defining aesthetic element. The most effective cladding systems utilize durable species like Accoya, Western Red Cedar, or Alaska Yellow Cedar, often installed over a rainscreen to manage moisture and ensure the longevity of the building envelope.
Does wood cladding contribute to energy efficiency?
While cladding itself is not a primary insulator, wood has natural thermal properties. When part of a well-designed wall assembly, wood cladding supports energy efficiency by reducing thermal bridging.
Is wood cladding suitable for commercial architecture?
Yes. Wood cladding is widely utilized in commercial projects to add warmth and texture to large-scale facades. Durable species are typically specified to minimize maintenance costs over the building's lifecycle.
Which wood species are best for cladding?
Durable species such as Accoya, Western Red Cedar, Alaska Yellow Cedar, and Douglas Fir are commonly specified.
How long does wood cladding last?
Lifespan depends on species, detailing, and maintenance. High-performance woods can last for decades.
Does exterior cladding require maintenance?
Yes. Maintenance needs vary depending on species and finish.

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