Color shown is representative; actual appearance may vary with lighting, wood grain, and exterior exposure.
TUSCA
Previously known as TUSCA. TUSCA Tactile showcases the natural look and dramatic grain pattern inherent to red oak. The coppery-red undertones and natural brown hues offer the timeless, biophilic appeal of natural wood with added dimension from the aggressive brush texture.
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TextureSmoothRustic
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Grade Options
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Finish
Waterborne Oil
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Profile
T&G, S4S
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Application
Exterior Cladding, Interior Cladding
Sustainable by Design
FSC®-Certified: FSC® Mix Credit
Wood from Responsibly Managed Forests
LEED Credit Contribution
Supports LEED certification requirements
100% Recyclable & Reusable
Naturally renewable material
Ultra-Low VOC Finish (50 g/L)
Formulated for ultra-low VOC (volatile organic compounds) emissions
USA-Sourced & Manufactured
A lower-carbon alternative to carbon-intensive building materials
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SPECIES
Thermally Modified North American Red Oak
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GRADE
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PROFILES
T&G, S4S
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WIDTHS
T&G: 5-1/8″
S4S: 5-1/2″
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LENGTHS
6′-16′ Random Lengths
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THICKNESS
3/4″
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WARRANTY
25-Year Rot & Decay Protection
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TESTING
ASTM E84 – Class C Flame Spread
SFM 12-7A-1 – Exterior Wildfire Exposure (WUI)
Janka Hardness – 1310 lbf
Sylva™: Thermally Modified North American Red Oak
Sylva is a thermally modified North American Red Oak cladding sourced, manufactured, and finished in the United States. The thermal modification process enhances durability and dimensional stability, delivering the distinctive grain, character, and authenticity of American hardwood in a high-performance cladding system. As a fully domestic product, Sylva offers a lower embodied carbon alternative to imported wood cladding materials.
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