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Vulcan Cladding
Abodo's premium weatherboard product made using FSC® certified New Zealand plantation timber, thermally modified for superior beauty and durability.
A renewable alternative to Western Red Cedar, Abodo's Vulcan timber is verified to store more carbon than is used in its production.
The thermal modification process used in its production results in a stable timber with low moisture content - meaning it won’t warp, cup or bleed.
This also makes Vulcan Cladding suitable for coating in dark colours,
even in warm climates. Create clean lines using various profiles,
including vertical shiplap and bevel back.
With a variety of coatings, finishes and profile options, Vulcan is perfect for bespoke architectural aesthetics and applications.
As the thermal modification process is preservative and chemical free, it is also safe and effective for interior applications and joinery.
Vulcan is manufactured with a patented process resulting in an engineered vertical grain orientation that reduces cracking and enables stable weathering long term.
Environmental Product Declaration and Declare Red List Free certified, each square metre of Vulcan Cladding stores 7.56kg+ of carbon.
Finish + Colour
Choose brushed or bandsawn finishes, to customise your design. Brushed brings additional texture.
Click on each bandsawn colour swatch to see how the colours weather over time.
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Nero
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Nero, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Ebony
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Ebony, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Graphite
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Graphite, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Walnut
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Walnut, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Teak
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Teak, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Iron Vitriol
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Iron Vitriol, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Natural
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Natural, Brushed Finish
This video shows Vulcan - Bandsawn, Natural Finish weathering over a 12 month period.
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Straw
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Straw, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Patina
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in Patina, Brushed Finish
Vulcan - Bandsawn, White
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan in White, Brushed Finish
This video shows Vulcan - Bandsawn, White Finish weathering over a 12 month period.
Vulcan - Bandsawn, Sioo:x (Weathered)
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Nero
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Ebony
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Graphite
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Walnut
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Teak
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Iron Vitriol
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Natural
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Straw
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, Patina
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Vulcan - Brushed, White
* Colour variation may occur due to variation in the natural substrate. Colour may change/fade as part of the weathering process.
Profile + Size
Our profiles vary depending on the range.
The Architectural Series offers a range of profiles and sizes, giving
designers almost unlimited options to unleash their creativity.
This includes Abodo’s popular hidden fix system.
The Standard Series brings one hidden fix weatherboard profile that can be installed vertically or horizontally.
WB12 180x20
Vertical only
Fineline WB12F 180x20
Vertical only
WB12 138x20
Vertical only
WB12 90x60
Vertical only
WB12 90x40
Vertical only
WB12 90x20
Vertical only
WB10 180x20
Vertical & Horizontal
WB10 180x20
Vertical & Horizontal
Bevelback AW62 180x20
Horizontal only
Thermally modified timber
Vulcan timbers are treated with heat and steam rather than chemicals, which means the product is ‘pre-shrunk’ and will be more stable in service.
Natural Stability
Grown trees experience
resistance (like wind for example) perpendicular to the grain, so it
makes sense to produce wood products which are also cut perpendicular to
the grain. Abodo Vulcan Cladding is vertical grain, which means
weatherboards have greater stability and less surface cracking.
Natural Durability
This product is naturally durable, and contains no wood preservatives. Just as nature intended.
Climate credentials
Carbon Storage
Each square metre of Abodo's Vulcan solid timber is proven to store 7.56kg+ of carbon, more than twice the carbon emitted during the manufacturing process. This means carbon is essentially locked in the wood during its useful life.
Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Certified
A guarantee that forest products come from responsibly managed sources, including forest management and chain of custody.
Declare Certified
Declare certified Red List Free by the Living Futures Institute, the leading label in transparency for building products.
Timber details
Vertical or Horizontal Cladding
Vulcan Cladding can be used in vertical or horizontal applications. WB10 profile is a secret fix profile that can be used to create a vertical shiplap look.
FAQs
Are accessories available for the timber cladding?
Yes. For most profiles, we offer various corner, flashing, fascia and finishing profiles to match the cladding boards. Using these accessories will ensure optimal performance of the cladding system in service.
How do I install and fix Abodo timber cladding?
Cladding is bit more technical than decking, so always consult with a professional before starting your project. A Licenced Building Practitioner is required for install.
Abodo cladding may be face fixed or secret fixed depending on the profile shape. Stainless steel ring shank nails or self-drilling stainless steel countersunk screws should be used in all cases. Generally we recommend to fix boards onto a drained cavity system to allow good airflow and optimum weather protection.
All profiles requires a minimum 2mm expansion gap to be left between boards, you need to ensure all cut ends must are resealed with penetrating oil or sealer. Boards should be coated all sides and re-coated regularly as required thereafter.
Refer to the Resources page for more details including installation manual and drawings.
How do I maintain Abodo timber cladding?
Please see our Maintenance Guidelines for more information.
Featured Projects
Westmere House - Auckland, New Zealand
Abodo Vulcan eco-timber cladding and screening in deep black Nero Protector coating create a modern look for this renovated bungalow.
Omaha House - Rodney, New Zealand
This beach-front, low-maintenance beauty shows how clever design and material choices can rise to the challenge of an awkward coastal location.
Vodafone InnoV8 Building - Christchurch, New Zealand
Vodafone's new ‘Innov8’ building, located in Christchurch's innovation precinct, has been designed to the highest green building standards.
Minyama Luxury Home - Sunshine Coast, Australia
This luxury home features Vulcan Timber in Protector - Teak, contrasting beautifully with the stone, concrete and aluminium exterior.