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Timber Screening over Windows
Timber screening is becoming an increasingly popular method to control light, and soften a facade.
Composite Cladding, Aluminium Cladding vs Timber Cladding – What is the Best Option?
The construction industry is constantly developing, with an increasing amount of cladding options available.
Tips for a Foot Friendly Timber Deck
Kiwis and Aussies love an outdoor deck, and often we will use the deck area with bare feet.
Weatherboard Options for Re-cladding Your Home
Selecting the ideal timber weatherboard for your home can be difficult, that’s why we suggest choosing a profile first.
Guiding Rules for Choosing Ethical Timber
Timber sourced from native, natural forests – whether certified or uncertified may damage natural eco systems.
How Often Do I Need to Stain Timber Cladding
Wood siding and weatherboards that are coated with a semi transparent stain, oil or coating will require re-coating at some stage during their lifetime.
Paper Wasp and Superficial Insect Attack
Paper Wasps and other insects can be known to create superficial damage to timber cladding and coatings. This can appear to be a failing of the timber coating, but it is often the result of scraping from insects.
How Sustainable are Australian Hardwoods?
The Australian native forest resource is considered a major asset for the people of Australia – however there are very divergent views on how this resource should be used.
Low Maintenance Exterior Timbers
Many exterior woods are considered high maintenance but with clever choices, maintenance can be significantly minimised.
Brazilian Modernist - An Australian Architectural Trend
The “Brazilian Modernist” architectural movement is beginning to take hold in Australia. With similar subtropical climates, Australia and Brazil share some natural characteristics.
Designing with Abodo Timber Cladding for Bushfire Zones
Designing methods to ‘build out’ bushfires with passive fire protection requires minimising the risk of ember, radiant heat and flame damage to Australian homes. With appropriate design it is possible to create an attractive timber clad home.
Feature Balustrades - An Architectural Trend
Becoming popular as an architectural timber feature, balustrade materials need to be strong and stable, especially if used in exterior applications.