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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

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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Project Revisit: Waimarama Surf Club

After five years, our Vulcan timber battens facing North-West have been performing exactly as expected.

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Timber Cladding Lifecycle Costs

Even when faced with salt spray and cool alpine nights, there are some simple ways to ensure timber cladding lasts, without excess maintenance and cost.

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Roscommon House Vulcan Cladding Abodo Wood 2

Why Timber Lined Interiors are Making a Comeback

For many reasons, timber lined interiors are making a comeback in contemporary homes and buildings.

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Omaha House Vulcan Cladding in Sioox Abodo Wood

Create Unlimited Timber Cladding Textures

The WB12 profile has been used by leading New Zealand architects for many years.

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Does Thermally Modified Wood Smell?

It is normal for wood that has been thermally modified to have a smoky or almost burnt odour.

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Cottesloe House Vulcan Cladding and Vulcan Screening Abodo Wood 2

Solid Timber Battens That Can Span over 3 Metres

These timber battens achieve a clear span of 3 metres thanks to Vulcan timbers extraordinary stability.

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Weathered Timber Sioo x vs Protector Oil Patina Abodo Wood

Weathered Timber: Sioo:x vs Protector - Patina

We've tested two unique timber coatings for external applications, both allow even weathering.

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Managing Risk Black Stain vs Charred Hardwoods Abodo Wood 1

Managing Risk - Black Stain vs Charred Hardwoods

Nero on Vulcan was selected for it’s depth and texture on this high end Brisbane home by Zephyr.

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