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Re application of Protector Oil Abodo Wood

Re-application of Protector Coating

Watch our instructional video on the re-application of Protector for site application of second coat or subsequent maintenance coats.

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Westmere House Vulcan Cladding and Vulcan Screening Abodo Wood 4

A More Beautiful Alternative to Charred Hardwood

Charred timber or stained, which option is best to achieve a long-lasting deep black finish?

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Project Revisit Gold Coast Houses Abodo Wood

Project Revisit: Gold Coast Houses

We paid a visit to 3 Gold Coast houses to see how they’d aged after 5 years, with no maintenance.

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The Best Timber for Sioo x Natural Wood Coating According to Science Abodo Wood

The Best Timber for Sioo:x Natural Wood Coating - According to Science

Due to its reactionary nature, it’s important that Sioo:x is applied to a timber that allows for optimal curing.

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Project Revisit Te Ara a Tāwhaki Abodo Wood 9

Project Revisit: Te Ara a Tāwhaki

Perfectly straight, weathered to an even silver, and two years later; our Vulcan timber battens are looking as the architect intended.

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Making Scarf Joins Abodo Wood

Making Scarf Joins

All craftspeople appreciate a tight timber joint. Watch our instructional video on the creating the perfect scarf joint.

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Low Maintenance Timber Coating Made by the Earth Abodo Wood 2

Natural Timber Coating - Made by the Earth

Sioo:x is a toxin free coating that combines two naturally occurring minerals found all around us; silicon and potassium.

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Hurunui Primary School Vulcan Cladding Abodo Wood

The Benefits of Timber in Education

Humans have an innate need to connect with the natural world. Being outside among trees and greenery has been proven to have a positive effect on our physical and mental health.

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Cottesloe House Vulcan Cladding and Vulcan Screening Abodo Wood 2

Large Solid Timber Sections: Abodo Vulcan vs Hardwood

How do the two compare? We discuss stability, movement, leaching and weight.

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Project Revisit Pottsville Home Abodo Wood 3

Project Revisit: Pottsville Home

Facing west (with no maintenance), the timber cladding on this Byron Bay home is still looking incredible at 3 years.

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Omaha House Vulcan Cladding in Sioox Abodo Wood 5

Understanding Timber Durability Near the Ocean

With the ocean on all sides, Omaha House is a sanctuary in a windy ocean estuary.

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Hawkes Bay Coastal Home Vulcan Cladding Abodo Wood 3

Choosing Wood for Wellness

This past year has brought wellness and the importance of a healthy home into the spotlight - and wood has come out on top.

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