Timber cladding provides an attractive, economical and often unique way to finish and protect a building’s exterior. Its versatility makes it ideal for any project – refurbished and new rebuild. With designed, specified and installed, timber cladding will last long with low maintenance.
Nails and screws
Because of LDCwood® ThermoWood® products’ pH value (acid), any fasteners must be made of stainless steel or stronger material in order to prevent corrosion. This applies to products used indoors and outdoors.
Other fasteners react with LDCwood® ThermoWood®, causing staining around the fastener. If thermally modified timber is used in combination with other materials, possible reactions between the materials must be determined.
Tongue-and-groove end joints
End joints in LDCwood® ThermoWood® cladding refer to the points where two pieces of cladding meet at the ends. Properly managing these end joints is crucial for the overall aesthetics and durability of the cladding installation.
Consult the LDCwood ThermoWood® installation guide or ThermoWood® handbook for detailed installation instructions.
GRAD
The Grad® system makes every terrace and facade more durable. Due to limited contact with the structure (only the clip), the lifespan of the terrace or facade planks is increased because there is no capillary action between the Grad® clip and the wood. With minimal buildup, maximum ventilation is guaranteed.
Maintenance
LDCwood® ThermoWood® has a prolonged life and it doesn’t necessarily need a surface treatment. Some people choose to add a finish or paint to enrich the color of the timber, but if it’s left untreated, the wood will naturally change to a silvery grey (similar to cedar or larch). This process will begin immediately and, depending on the amount of UV exposure, may take several months to a year. This does not make the wood less durable.
Unlike pressure impregnated wood, LDCwood® ThermoWood® can be recycled as untreated wood when it is no longer required.
Installation guide
Consult the LDCwood® ThermoWood® installation guide or the ThermoWood® handbook for detailed installation instructions.
