Our patented Duricoat® process makes these timbers extra-resistant to scratches and moisture, guaranteeing a longer lifespan and even ageing. By choosing fast-growing timbers and sustainable treatment methods, Fassade offers an environmentally friendly alternative to tropical hardwoods.
Timber cladding
Timber cladding is more popular than ever thanks to its natural look, longevity and the creative freedom it offers. In an era where aesthetic and environmentally conscious building go hand in hand, innovative wood species, sustainable production processes and technological materials play an important role.
At Woodstoxx we understand this need like no other. We offer a wide choice of wood species and planing profiles, with both vertical and horizontal cladding possible, to suit the design and desired look. And each facade is expertly fitted by our own team of experienced craftsmen, so you can be assured of a perfect finish and a durable result.
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Fassade
Fassade is an innovative collection of timber cladding from Woodstoxx, developed to meet both contemporary sustainability standards and aesthetic requirements. The collection includes three wood species – abechi, pina and limba – each available in 16 profiles and 12 colours.
Burnt wood
Our Zwarthout collection consists of wooden planks that have been fire-treated, inspired by a traditional Japanese technique: Shou Sugi Ban.
The result is a high-end range of cladding options made from blackened, charred wood. You can choose between Zwarthout with various protective finishes or matte, charred boards.
Tropical hardwood
Tropical hardwood is a popular choice for decking and cladding thanks to its natural durability, robust appearance and resistance to weather and wear.
Wood species like afrormosia and padauk not only offer a warm, timeless look, but also enjoy an exceptionally long lifespan – even in the most demanding conditions. With tropical hardwood, you are choosing a high-quality solution that convinces both functionally and aesthetically.
Beams
Our Domino beam collection offers a versatile design intended for both indoor and outdoor applications. The collection combines aesthetics and functionality in a unique way. With their stylish and sleek design, the beams add architectural value to any room or façade.
The system also performs practical functions: the beams can be strategically placed to limit unwanted views to increase privacy, or to temper the intensity of sunlight to create a pleasant indoor climate.
Domino is available in Fassade or in tropical hardwood.
Old wood
For those who like a characterful, natural look, cladding in old wood is an excellent choice. Often characterised by its rough texture and weathered patina, old wood brings an authentic charm and a sense of timelessness.
Old wood tells a story: every grain, crack and discolouration contributes to the unique look of the material. It is the perfect option for those wishing to create a warm, lived-in look for both modern and rural architecture.
About wooden cladding
Wooden façade cladding combines function with aesthetics. It protects against the elements while giving buildings a natural, authentic appearance. In this FAQ, we answer the most frequently asked questions.
Yes, all types of wood age under the effects of UV rays and rain. This natural process creates a silver-grey patina. However, it is possible to preserve the original wood colour for as long as possible with treatment. By treating the cladding with vapour-open transparent stain with UV inhibitors, you protect the wood from ageing. For our Fassade collection, however, you can choose to finish your facade with stains for colour retention. This way, as long as it receives the necessary 5-yearly maintenance, your wooden façade will always look new.
Exposure to sunlight causes any hardwood and thermally modified wood to age and turn grey over time. This natural process does not compromise the technical or structural qualities of the wood. There is no wood species that does not age.
You can choose to let your cladding age naturally for an authentic look, or speed up the process a little for even greying. When some areas of cladding are more shaded than others, such as an area under the eaves or under a canopy, uneven greying occurs. To compensate for that difference, you can choose pre-greyed wood or have the wooden cladding treated with a special stain. Woodstoxx tackles this issue with its Fassade collection which guarantees more even ageing.
Tropical hardwood includes natural wood species with a durability class I or II. The high durability class guarantees high dimensional stability, low expansion, and is suitable for more extreme conditions, such as outdoor use.
Hardwood can be installed untreated, unlike softer and less durable woods.
Thermally modified wood or thermowood is created by applying heat after a preservation treatment. It is not a specific type of wood. Thermal treatment is applied to various softwood species to give them a higher durability class, similar to hardwood.
When fire regulations are met, timber cladding is at least as fire-safe as any other cladding. Certain types of wood do not need fire-retardant treatment, making them perfectly suitable – provided they are constructed correctly – for buildings up to 10 metres tall.
Other timbers can be used for buildings up to 25 metres in height, thanks to the patented Duriflame treatment.
An annual check-up and regular maintenance will keep your cladding in good condition. Wooden cladding itself is relatively maintenance-free. Depending on the environment, green deposits may occur, which can be easily removed with water and a soft brush.
Finishes with good colour retention can be chosen from the Fassade collection. Depending on the orientation of the facade, retouching may be required after 4 to 6 years
For outdoor use, tropical hardwoods such as afrormosia, padauk or afzelia were most commonly chosen. For environmental and quality reasons, at Woodstoxx we mainly work with our own Fassade collection: three fast-growing softwoods, which are heat-treated and finished with Duricoat, giving the wood the same durability ratings as hardwood, but even more impact- and scratch-resistant, more adaptable to your needs, and longer lasting.
Burnt wood is also possible: using original Japanese burning techniques, the surface of the wood is burnt, creating a unique maintenance-free charcoal layer. A top product for a unique look.
For those looking to breathe new life into wooden products, the Old Wood collection is the answer. This reclaimed wood comes from old railway wagons and barns, and is given a new use as cladding.
Tropical hardwood was the standard for cladding for many years, thanks to its natural durability and weather resistance. Today, however, there is some opposition to that: many of these woods have become scarce and therefore a less responsible option.
For that reason Woodstoxx is offering a more sustainable alternative: thermally modified softwood. A special heat treatment process gives this fast-growing wood similar properties to tropical hardwood, such as high dimensional stability and weather resistance. For our Fassade collection, we work with selected fast-growing timbers, enhanced by the innovative Duricoat process. This treatment makes the wood extra-resistant to scratches and damage, and also ensures that it greys more evenly or retains its colour.
Yes, both are possible, with an impact on the look of the building. Vertical placement often looks sleeker and more modern, horizontal gives a more traditional appearance.
Like all types of cladding, wooden facades also need to be adequately ventilated to avoid mould growth and wood rot. That’s why at Woodstoxx we always work with a double slatted backing, always allowing free passage for fresh air.
Thermowood is een algemene term voor thermisch gemodificeerd hout, en staat los van de gebruikte houtsoort.Het biedt een goedkoper en ecologische alternatief voor het courante tropisch hardhout, en heeft een gelijkwaardige duurzaamheidsklasse.
Thermowood is thermally modified wood. It offers a cheaper and environmentally friendly alternative to the common tropical hardwoods, and has an equivalent durability class.
There are several techniques currently used for treating exterior wood with fire retardant. The best-known and most popular method is impregnation with a saline solution. After impregnation, the exterior wood is coated to preserve the fire-retardant properties inside the wood.
There is also polymer-based fire protection, which cannot be dissolved by water or degraded by UV light. The polymers bind irreversibly into the wood, making a coating finish unnecessary. This finishing technique is particularly durable and maintenance-free. For both the coating combined with saline and the polymer finish, you choose a specific colouring, which lets you get a fireproof wooden façade, completely in your style.
Window profiles and cladding are finished in wood as required so that they blend nicely with the wooden cladding. Alternatively, we will have the windows finished in full-core (Trespa) or aluminium.
