Thermo-Ayous
Thermo-Ayous timber cladding is produced by thermally modifying Obeche, a natural hardwood sourced from Western and Central Africa. Thermo-Ayous is a clear grade, virtually knot free timber that is ideal for projects looking for a clean and contemporary aesthetic.
Thermo-Ayous
The thermal modification process involves various heat cycles, where the timber is heated to temperatures in excess of 200 degrees celsius. This process removes moisture and resin from the timber which in turn improves dimensional stability and durability.
The thermal modification process is non-toxic and environmentally friendly which gives Thermo-Ayous timber cladding a Class 1-2 durability class rating according to EU Standards.
Origin
Central Africa
Durability
Class 1 – Very Durable
Moisture Content
Approx. 8%
Density
Approx. 390kg/m3
Dimensions
Sizes available from 25 x 50mm to 75 x 200mm
Lengths
1.85m – 6.1m
Movement
Low Moisture Movement
Sustainability
FSC Certified from well managed and regulated forests.
Treatment
Natural, Charred, Opaque, Translucent, Wood Stains, Burnblock, SiOO:X and Teknoclad Silver
Surface Finishes
Thermo-Ayous cladding is also available in a range of profiles and surface finishes to suit your desired aesthetic. We can supply Thermo-Ayous with a planed (smooth), textured, structured/wire brushed and UltraTex ® finish.
Find out more about the surface finishes that we offer.
Planed
Planed timber has been machined to leave an elegant, smooth finish all the way around the board. As a result, a planed surface finish is a common choice when specifying timber cladding.
A planed finish is also referred too as a ‘dressed’ finish and is available in a wide range of timber species.
Textured
A textured finish provides enhanced adhesion for coating systems such as SiOO:X and other non-film forming systems which improves overall coating performance.
Timber species, density and grain orientation all affects how prominent the fibres appear.
Due to the fine combed texture, our textured finish allows for greater accuracy and less variation in thickness from board to board.
Structured (Wire Brushed)
Structuring is an in-house process where we remove the softer part of the grain from the timber, leaving the harder grain tightened, adding further character to the timber.
Structuring can also be referred to as wire brushing and can be carried out on a range of timber species. The depth of the structuring can vary from species to species depending on the timbers density.
Thermo-Ayous Natural Wood Stain
Thermo-Ayous RAL5014
Thermo-Ayous Structured Teknoclad Silver
Coating and Treatments
If left uncoated, Thermo-Ayous will naturally weather. We offer a range of coating systems for Thermo-Ayous in order to meet a range of design requirements. Due to the stability of Thermo-Ayous it is well suited to opaque and translucent coatings, wood stains and pre-weathered coating systems.
Opaque Coatings
Opaque coating systems are a solid colour which delivers a consistent finish. Due to the high amounts of pigment in the coating the colour from the grain of the timber is hidden, resulting in a uniform finish to each length of timber.
Translucent Coatings
Translucent coating systems for external applications.
Translucent coating systems offer a natural and decorative appearance while providing optimal protection to a timber substrate. A careful balance of pigments and binders mean the coating accentuates the grain of the timber, delivering a natural appearance.
Depending on the coating manufacturer, translucent coatings can vary from either two or three coat systems.
Wood Stains
Wood Stain coating systems for external applications.
Wood Stain coating systems offer an extremely natural and rustic appearance. They are a matte finish with high penetration properties, which are low-film forming on the surface of the timber. Wood stain coating systems soak into the timber and offer excellent UV protection and high water vapour permeability.
Charred Timber
Our Charred timber cladding range has been created in order to offer a similar charred timber aesthetic, while overcoming the issues often encountered with the traditional treatment method.
Teknoclad Silver
Teknoclad Silver provided timber with an even, natural grey tone which erodes overtime and encourages a harmonious transition to natural weathering.
Our Projects
Looking for inspiration? Have a look at some of our completed projects.
Omaze Lake District House
Structured
Chichester House (Grand Designs)
Structured
Reservoir Lane
Planed
Barnsnap House
Sawn
Starbucks
Planed
Rock Lobster
Planed
Testing Facility
We test our products using both accelerated weather testing machines and real world testing in our bespoke external testing programme, the first of its kind in the UK. Our testing field was designed and built in collaboration with our coating partners as well as brands like Accoya and Abodo. We even have our products on exposure testing in Malaysia and the Netherlands.
All of this information allows us to advise clients and architects on the most suitable specification for their project. It also allows us to demonstrate how different coatings perform on a range of timber species, as well as highlighting the issues that can be caused when a coating system is incorrectly specified.
Looking to start your project
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