reSAWN TIMBER co.’s offering of Accoya® wood is expanding to include Accoya that has been impregnated with a non-toxic grey pigment for a through body color that is intended to be a living finish that will weather naturally in place and requires no maintenance – OXFORD, MARENGO, and GREY MATTER.
The advantage of these materials is that they are grey from day 1 and can be used to achieve consistent color on all exterior surfaces regardless of facing (north, south, east, west) or application orientation (cladding, roofing, soffits, underside of canopy). This grey color can also be seamlessly carried into the interior walls or ceilings.
WHY SPECIFY ACCOYA?
Accoya is wood, but not as you know it. It is modified timber in which a process called acetylation, a cutting-edge patented technology, enables it to resist rot, defy the elements and stay strong for decades. With warranties starting at 10 years and going up to 50 years, its performance and properties are remarkable. From joinery for the home to bridges submerged in water, Accoya wood is a leading material that stands up to every application challenge – decking, cladding, and more.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF THROUGH BODY COLOR ACCOYA?
Guaranteed durability backed by warranties:
Commercial Warranty: 10 year warranty on Decking; 50 year warranty on cladding, trim, and millwork
Residential Warranty: 25 year warranty on Decking; 50 year warranty on cladding, trim, and millwork (except in Florida – for Florida commercial warranty length applies)
Beautiful grey color: The day one grey color means no wait time for a naturally grey product. The through body color grey ensures a consistently beautiful appearance from day one.
No maintenance: Due to the through body grey color, OXFORD, MARENGO, and GREY MATTER do not have to be re-oiled regularly or re-colored after scratches.
Barefoot friendly: In addition to Accoya’s durability and dimensional stability, Accoya wood rarely warps and hardly cracks or splinters. OXFORD, when used as decking, will feel soft underfoot in the long term.
WILL OXFORD, MARENGO, AND GREY MATTER STAY GREY?
Through body color Accoya products are colored grey from the surface to the core, requiring less maintenance. These products are grey from day one, so there is no need to wait for the wood to weather or naturally patina. The coloring will stay grey without oiling or re-dying. Since the grey color is all the way through the board, it also means scratches and scrapes are not visible.
WHY SPECIFY reSAWN’s THROUGH BODY COLOR ACCOYA?
We work with woods’ natural tendency to grey, not against it. Our products look beautiful on day one and continue to as nature takes over – with little to no aesthetic maintenance needed. Each board works cohesively together yet each board has its own visual story. The result is modern originality & inherent textural beauty with each and every project.
Samples of our Through Body Color Accoya products are available for architects and designers at no cost and shipped via UPS Ground. Click on the button below to order samples.
For specifiers and building owners who are considering roofing options for a new or existing structure, weighing the pros and cons of building material options is part of a typical build process. Roofing material is highly visible and takes a beating from climatic elements, so choosing a high performing, durable, energy-efficient material is a must on the priority list.
In the United States and throughout the world, the former and current concerns about climate change and the environmental health of our planet are propelling a large number of homeowners, architects, interior designers, and building owners to search for sustainable, eco-friendly building materials. Due to this much-needed shift in focus, timber cladding products have seen a resurgence and are steadily becoming the material of choice for many buildings and structures that we see in our cities and suburbs today.
To be clear, cladding is the application of one material over another to provide a skin or layer. In construction, cladding is used to provide a degree of thermal insulation and weather resistance, and to improve the appearance of buildings. Cladding can be made of a wide range of materials including timber (real wood), metal, brick, vinyl, and composite materials that can include aluminum, blends of cement and recycled polystyrene, wheat/rice straw fibers.[1] When we refer to timber cladding (as it’s commonly referred to in Europe), we’re referring to real wood cladding or as it’s typically known in the United States, exterior siding.
According to Statista: The green building market will be among the fastest-growing industries worldwide. The number of LEED-certified projects in the United States rose from 296 certifications in 2006 up to over 67,200 in 2018.
When it comes to roofing materials, wood cladding that is sustainably harvested is arguably one of the few environmentally-sound roofing options. It’s well-positioned as an eco-friendly alternative to Zinc roofs which have been popularized in recent years.
Real wood is a renewable and recyclable resource. It’s energy-efficient to produce, it performs well over its lifetime, and at the end of the product life cycle, can be disposed of or up-cycled in an environmentally sound, and friendly manner. Plus, timber stores carbon, which plays an important role in reducing carbon emissions outdoors.
The application of exterior wood cladding protects structures from outdoor elements like sun, wind, rain, and snow and helps to maintain the structural integrity of the built environment as well.
The Revival of Real Wood Siding in the Built Environment
Evidence of the timber cladding revival becomes increasingly obvious when we look to current day exterior and interior designs in the architecture, design, and high-end construction industries. Timber is regarded as the ‘natural’ building material of choice and its use denotes an industry shift to choosing building products that are a good fit for the built environment and our planet.
Examples of timber-clad roofs can be found in areas within northern Europe, like Norway, Sweden, Finland, and beyond. Scandinavian style, vertically laid timber-clad structures have been an eco-friendly, highly-stylized choice for many architectural designs throughout history and in modern applications as well.
The United States has seen an uptick in interest for timber roof cladding and timber clad structures within recent years – especially in progressive areas like the Hudson Valley region of New York state, Los Angeles, California, and the Hamptons on the southeastern end of Long Island. The design typically utilizes the same timber cladding species and finishes on the exterior walls and the roof which creates a bespoke, avant-garde, seamless timber-clad structure. Exterior cladding can be installed in many different configurations and patterns, though timber-clad roofs are typically installed vertically. This style is ideal in modern architectural designs where the slope of the roof is highly considered and regarded as a key focal point.
Weathering Characteristics of Real Wood Roof Cladding
When real wood cladding is exposed to environmental elements such as moisture, sunlight, and wind, the physical attributes of the material will change in appearance in a few months or years, aesthetically evolving over time. Weathering should not be confused with rotted or decayed wood. Wood rot is a form of decay that results from a combination of fungi (microscopic organisms) and moisture. Wood must be consistently damp to foster fungi growth since fungi will not grow on dry wood. On the other hand, weathering is a surface phenomenon that typically only affects a small portion of the surface area. The material will stay almost unaltered for a long time. If modified wood is used for the application, maintenance is not needed to keep a warranty valid with certain manufacturers, like Accoya. The weathering characteristics of real wood cladding create a unique, timeless, and durable roofing material. The benefits and style cannot be recreated or mimicked with any other roofing option on the market today.
Timber Roof Cladding Benefits
Timber cladding is a versatile, timeless building material that works well in traditional or contemporary architecture.
Real wood cladding offers a range of aesthetically pleasing, environmentally friendly species & finish options.
In most cases, a timber-clad roof does not need to be replaced in its entirety. If damage is found on a wood plank roof, only the damaged boards need to be replaced.
Aside from bringing warmth and beauty to the exterior of a home/structure, timber cladding is dimensionally stable, water-tight, and high performing. It handles harsh weather conditions with grace.
When it comes to weathering of wood plank roofing, the shift from day-one color to soft greys & light brown tones is an aesthetic by-product to be savored and celebrated.
When you choose wood cladding for your clients you can guarantee a modern, one-of-a-kind aesthetic that cannot be replicated. Each board works cohesively together, yet each board has its own visual story.
Wood has the lowest carbon footprint of any conventional building material. It requires less energy to create the finished product than other manufacturing materials such as concrete, metal, or plastic. Plus, most of the energy used comes from renewable biomass like sawdust which is a natural byproduct when timber is sawn and milled.
Due to air pockets in its cellular structure, wood is a natural insulator. Therefore, it is 15 times better than masonry, 400 times better than steel, and 1,770 times better than aluminum, according to Planet Arch.
Not only is wood cladding as a roofing material renewable, recyclable and biodegradable, but it also has strength, toughness, and durability that far exceeds many other roofing options on the market today.
Timber Roof Cladding Product Options
Modified wood brands like Accoya,Kebony & Abodo are great options for timber roof cladding. State-of-the-art wood modification processes enhance the performance of real wood, resulting in improvements in the longevity of timbers – stability, decay resistance, reduced water absorption, less expansion/contraction, etc. In addition, since most advanced modification processes are environmentally friendly, the materials can still be disposed of properly at the end of the product life cycle.
Selecting clear vertical grain timbers is also an option since straight-grained timber is more dimensionally stable in challenging environmental conditions. WILLIWAW by reSAWN TIMBER co. features Alaskan yellow cedar that is sourced from Alaska to Oregon and intended to provide a high performing, natural material with a weathered aesthetic. In addition to modified wood and Alaskan yellow cedar, reSAWN offers a multitude of high-performing exterior species that include western red cedar and Atlantic white cedar. We also offer charred designs, which are inspired by the Japanese tradition “shou sugi ban.”
Best Practices and Installation Suggestions for Wood Roof Panels
EJOT® EJOBAR PVC – The Simple-Fix Solution for Reinforced PVC Membrane
EJObar is a multi-purpose bridging bar that creates a fixing base for a wide range of applied systems, including wood roof cladding. It’s easy to use for almost anything that needs to be secured onto or over the single-ply membrane system.
Simple to Use and Easy to Install
EJObar can easily be installed to new or existing reinforced PVC single-ply membrane roofs where approved by the specific membrane manufacturer. For applications where an item needs to be restrained or secured to an approved reinforced PVC membrane, like wood cladding, especially where resistance to uplift is required, EJObar should be hot-air welded by a suitably qualified installer.
EJObar Benefits:
Clean, professional solution – no penetration of the roofing membrane is required
Creates a strong, watertight fix
Ideal for most single-ply membranes
Ideal for carrying applied cladding systems
Practical, adaptable, and low in cost
Easy to weld or can be used free-standing
The profiles can be fitted on a new build and just as easily on an existing roof membrane as long as it is in good condition
The lightweight profile can be used as carrier support for cedar shingles, metal or wood planking, or as a carrier for trellising for vegetation.
EJObar is supplied in a number of helpful lengths and consists of a PVC profile that encases a solid aluminum insert with two end caps sealed tightly. Contact us for section details of recommended roof assembly when using EjotBar and reSAWN Cladding.
EJOT, the maker of EJObar is a family-owned business headquartered in northern Germany. The company was founded in 1922 and consists of 5 manufacturing sites in 10 countries.
reSAWN TIMBER co. is dedicated to providing high-performance, long-lasting wood roof cladding material, and has developed its product line based on observations of experienced industry leaders and a first-hand understanding of architectural market needs. If you’d like to learn more about using our timber cladding as a roofing material with the EJObar, get in touch with us. We’re happy to assist.
reSAWN makes no claim to the effectiveness of the designs or the performance attributes that can be expected if any of the following details are executed on a project. As is always reSAWN’s recommendation, all project conditions should be executed ahead of time via performance and/or a visual mock-up well in advance of material delivery to the project site. All architectural details and attachment solutions should be vetted by an architect or engineer prior to installation.
reSAWN TIMBER co. is proud to be the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of ABODO® thermally modified Vulcan cladding and decking products in the USA.
Based in New Zealand, ABODO prides itself on producing a range of beautiful and durable timber solutions that are safe, sustainable, and renewable. The company has a strong ethos around ensuring its timber is ethically sourced and demonstrates extended producer responsibility. From milling to building, they respect their material, the people who use it, and where it comes from. For every tree milled, ABODO ensures it provides more than 30 years of service, which is as long as it takes to grow a replacement tree.
At reSAWN TIMBER co. we celebrate and visually leverage wood’s inherent tendency to weather over time by designing modern, high-performance, sustainable products that are meant to age in place with grace, so ABODO’s ethos was a natural fit. ABODO’s design ethos has two core components:
Lifetime Beauty ABODO timbers are crafted to be enjoyed for years to come. Designed to age with grace, while maintaining durability and beauty for a lifetime.
With tomorrow in Mind ABODO timbers are harvested from New Zealand’s FSC® certified rapidly renewable plantation forests. They are ethically crafted with respect from beginning to end – allowing us to meet today’s increasing needs without disadvantaging future generations.
Vulcan thermally modified wood cladding is created from New Zealand plantation timber and engineered with a patented vertical grain orientation for superior weathering characteristics. A fine-sawn face provides beautiful grain depth and optimal coating performance.
The thermal modification process and vertical grain structure give Vulcan cladding superior stability and reduced resin content. It’s naturally durable so the timber doesn’t require any chemical preservatives, and has a beautiful, consistent brown tone.
Vulcan cladding is available in a range of architectural profiles and it’s supplied pre-finished in Abodo Protector Oil (Abodo’s high performance penetrating exterior oil), so there’s no need to finish boards on-site.
Benefits of Specifying ABODO Vulcan Cladding
Outstanding dimensional stability, resulting in less aesthetic maintenance and therefore less coating over the lifetime of the product.
All ABODO wood is produced from well managed sustainable sources including FSC® and other regionally certified woods. reSAWN TIMBER co. holds an FSC® Chain of Custody Certification, as well.
Low carbon footprint: Abodo wood is an environmentally compatible substitute for carbon-intensive materials.
100% recyclable and reusable, naturally renewable.
Warranty: 15 years against fungal decay*.
Moisture content: Approx. 7% MC (+/- 2%) at time of dispatch. It does not require acclimation prior to installation.
Vulcan has little or no corrosiveness on most metals (equivalent to untreated softwood) and can be placed in contact with most building materials Normal PVA, PU, MUF glues, and RF resins can be used.
Expected dimensional change in structure: Width expansion approx 2%, length expansion approx 0.25%, thickness expansion approx 2.5% (from 7% MC to fiber saturation -variation will occur between boards).
Vulcan is approximately 50% more stable than flat sawn Radiata pine.
Glue: New generation polyurethane adhesive – VOC, solvent, and formaldehyde-free.
Thermally modified pine is resistant to most wood-boring insects.
SFM 12-7A-1 – WUI Exterior Wall Siding and Sheathing
Pre-Finished Vulcan Cladding Options
Vulcan Cladding is available prefinished with Abodo Protector Oil, SiOO:X surface treatment, or reSAWN’s exterior oil finish.
Abodo Protector Oil: Nine reSAWN TIMBER co. designs (GRAPHITE, PATINA, NERO, STRAW, PEARL, WALNUT, MANUKA, TEAK) are pre-finished with Abodo Protector Oil. Abodo’s Waterborne Protector Oil will nourish and protect external timbers. It uses the latest in waterborne oil technology combining refined plant oils, UV protection, advanced water barrier composition, and an enhanced fungicidal package for superior exterior performance.
SiOO:X One reSAWN TIMBER co. design (SiOO:X) is pre-finished in Sioo:x natural wood coating. SiOO:X is a patented Silicon technology, which silvers off to a beautiful, low maintenance finish. Following application on timbers, Sioo:x cures by reacting with atmospheric carbon dioxide and moisture to form an insoluble and flexible silica network within the timber surface. The formation of this silica network toughens the surface of the timber and forms an effective barrier against insect attack and rot. In addition to the protective benefits gained, as the mineral silicate cures over time it will start to turn the timber a beautifully even silver/greyish tone starting from around 10-16 weeks (depending on the climatic elements). From reSAWN’s experience, boards will initially go darker and then lighten over time. The end result is timber with a consistently weathered, light grey driftwood appearance.
reSAWN’s Exterior Oil Finish: One reSAWN TIMBER co. design (STERLING) is pre-finished with a non-toxic odor-free one-coat oil-based sealer for all types of exterior wood. Most oil-based wood sealers have petroleum solvents that are hazardous. This is the first zero VOC oil-based finish to raise the bar and offer long-lasting wood protection without the off-gassing of toxic chemicals.
Vulcan cladding’s fine sawn face allows a depth of grain, optimal coating performance, superior beauty, durability, and weathering characteristics.
ABODO Vulcan Decking
ABODO for reSAWN decking is created from thermally modified New Zealand plantation timber. It’s treated with an organic preservative system that includes water repellent for superior durability.
The thermal modification process gives the material enhanced stability, reduced resin content, and is a beautiful homogeneous brown color. The premium-grade, reeded face has little to no corrosiveness to most metals and can be coated on site.
Benefits of Specifying Vulcan decking
Natural Stability – Vulcan Decking is manufactured with a vertical grain orientation, which means the timber has great stability, even in harsh conditions.
Easy Fix – Abodo products do not require pre-drilling. That means you can install faster.
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) Certified – A guarantee that forest products come from responsibly managed sources, including forest management and chain of custody.
Red List Free – Free from Red List chemicals as required by the Living Building Challenge.
Built to Last Warranty – Vulcan Decking is covered by a 25-year warranty.
ABODO Decking uses a patented glue lamination for a modern, clean vertical grain orientation. It provides superior weathering characteristics, greater stability, and less surface cracking – this means the wood ages with grace as its left to weather outdoors.
Samples of our ABODO products are available for architects and designers at no cost and shipped via UPS Ground. Click on the button below to explore reSAWN’s complete product offering – sort by species, color, or application.
reSAWN TIMBER co. is pleased to announce the addition of 4 rough-sawn weathered ATLANTIC WHITE CEDAR designs to our sought after cedar offering – for exterior cladding and interior wall/ceiling cladding. The new rough-sawn offering includes 4 designs: CHINOOK, FOEHN, OSTRO and SIROCCO.
WHY SPECIFY ATLANTIC WHITE CEDAR
We offer ATLANTIC WHITE CEDAR because of its propensity for resiliency, beauty, and versatility. Its lightweight, straight grain, ease of machining, ease of finishing, low shrinkage, and extreme resistance to decay make it a trusted and elegant option for both interior and exterior applications.
ATLANTIC WHITE CEDAR that is uncoated and exposed to weather over time will develop an attractive silver/gray patina.The rate of that color change depends on climate zones, the orientation of the home/structure and exposure to weather. reSAWN’s finishing process on our pre-weathered ATLANTIC WHITE CEDAR designs solve for wood’s natural propensity to grey out by resembling a weathered look at the time of installation, with little change as it ages in place.
An additional benefit to our pre-weathered designs is the ability to achieve consistent color on all differing exterior exposures and to attain a seamless interior/exterior aesthetic from day one when exterior cladding is brought to the interior (see the BRIZA image below for an example). From the start expect a soft, consistent weathered color and texture that looks natural, appealing and interesting. For interior applications, expect little to no change from the day of installation.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio plans to introduce a bill banning new construction of glass skyscrapers as part of his efforts to reduce citywide greenhouse emissions by 30 percent.
In announcing his Green New Deal on Monday, the democratic mayor says all-glass facade skyscrapers are “incredibly inefficient” because so much energy escapes through the glass. He says buildings are the No. 1 cause of greenhouse emissions in New York.
While we prefer to steer clear of the politics of this announcement, it does raise an interesting question of what the future of New York will look like as new building materials are continually being explored.
reSAWN has the pleasure of working with SHoP architects on a conceptual structure using reSAWN’s shou sugi ban charring technique on mass timbers.
Called 475 West 18th, this was a unique research & development project exploring the use of mass-timber construction on a proposed 10-story building in New York City. Ultimately the project did not go through, but the invaluable lessons learned by SHoP and reSAWN are being applied to other innovative wood projects.
Mass-timber also acts to actively sequester carbon (approximately one ton per cubic meter), offering an exciting new path for designers everywhere who seek to meet ambitious sustainability goals.
Here are 3 other hi-rise wood projects in development or built – from leading architects around the US and Canada:
FRAMEWORK :: LEVER ARCHITECTURE :: Portland, OR
Framework is the first wood high-rise design in the US to receive approval for construction. The project seeks to be a catalyst that connects sustainable urban development to rural economic growth regionally and nationally. Framework is supported by a 1.5 million dollar award from the US Tall Wood Building Prize Competition to offset the costs of testing and peer review necessary to pursue a performance-based project beyond what is permitted in current building codes.
T3 MINNEAPOLIS :: MGA architecture :: Minneapolis, MN
T3, our new LEED Gold Certified mass timber office building in Minneapolis, is a game changer for the commercial building industry and a milestone for mass timber construction in the United States. It is the first modern timber building to be built in the United States in more than 100 years, and at the time of completion (Sept 2016) the largest in North America.
BROCK COMMONS :: ACTON OSTRY Architects :: Vancouver, BC
Completed in 2017, Brock Commons Tallwood House is an 18 storey, LEED Gold target, 404-bed student residence building located at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC. Extraordinary for its height, making it the world’s tallest mass wood tower at the time of its completion, Tallwood House is also extraordinary for the speed the timber structure and prefabricated facade went up in only 66 days.
Celebrating its 75th anniversary, the National Association of Home Builders is bringing together custom builders, contractors, architects, designers, and manufacturers at the Orange County Convention Center for its annual International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida. The three day event, from January 9th through January 11th, will see over 80,000 attendees cover 570,000 net square feet discovering new and innovative products in the architecture and building industries. With a 200 square foot booth, reSAWN TIMBER co. is excited to debut its 15 foot high, covered exhibit to showcase its natural wood flooring, shou sugi ban, wall cladding, exterior siding, and furniture.
Entering its eighth year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) has quickly become one of the leading trade fairs and conferences dedicated specifically to serving the hospitality design industry. Presented annually by Boutique Design at NYC’s Javits Center, BDNY brings interior designers, architects, purchasing agents and hospitality owners/developers together with manufacturers and marketers of high-caliber design elements for hospitality interiors. reSAWN’s plan to exhibit at BDNY on November 12th & 13th brings a design specific offering of products that include shou sugi ban flooring & cladding, new and reclaimed flooring & cladding, and custom, solid wood furniture.
In an article published on June 20, 2017, Building-Products.com highlighted the recent partnership between reSAWN TIMBER co. and Kebony®. The partnership comes at an advantageous time when exterior wood siding is continuing to gain popularity for its sustainability, beauty, and performance standards. reSAWN’s five current Kebony® designs take full advantage of the chemically modified wood’s durability, and incorporate the aesthetic value provided by the company’s CHARRED and weathered finishing techniques…
DURABILITY–Western red cedar is a naturally durable softwood that creates extractives (Thujaplicans and Phenolics) that ward off decay caused by insects, water infiltration, and fungi. The extractives increase with age leading to a longer lasting product life cycle–especially in exterior applications.
DIMENSIONAL STABILITY–WRC has a very low shrinkage factor and is largely superior to all other coniferous softwoods in its resistance to warping, checking, and twisting.
THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY–WRC’s low density gives it a high thermal insulating value because it contains a high proportion of cell cavities. In dry wood, these cavities are filled with air which is one of the best known thermal insulators. The R value is 1.35 per inch of thickness.
FIRE RESISTANCE–reSAWN’s CHARRED CEDAR has a Flame Spread Index of 40 and a Smoke Developed Index of 140 to give it a Class B Rating. CHARRED CEDAR can be fire treated to Class A for interior projects.
This video from ProBuilder highlights the many advantages of Accoya Wood, a modified timber using a process called acetylation. Acetylation is a cutting-edge patented technology that greatly improves the performance of the wood. This process makes the wood rot resistance and more durable. This wood is guaranteed for 50 years above ground and 25 years in ground or freshwater. From joinery for the home to bridges submerged in water, Accoya wood is a leading material that stands up to every application challenge – decking, cladding and more.