Timber cladding should not only look beautiful, it should also meet the fire requirements of your project. That is why we offer a wide range of closed profiles that comply with reaction-to-fire class D. When needed, these can even be given a fire-retardant treatment up to reaction-to-fire class B.
Do you want to be sure that your timber cladding meets the right fire requirements? Then a correct classification is essential. Where the CWFT table was once often relied upon, today it only applies to untreated wood.
Because HOTwood cladding is a form of treated wood, a test is required to establish reaction-to-fire class D. This way you choose cladding that not only looks striking, but is also technically substantiated for your project.
If you opt for our thermally modified cladding profiles that meet the stated conditions, you opt for certainty. We have had the necessary tests carried out, so you can count on profiles that genuinely comply with reaction-to-fire class D. The accompanying reaction-to-fire classification reports are available online and can easily be downloaded via your personal login.
For correct installation, we also offer battens that are impregnated to be fire-resistant — designed for use in combination with fire-retardant open-joint cladding.
Does your project require timber cladding that complies with reaction-to-fire class B? Then we can give our class D cladding a fire-retardant treatment up to reaction-to-fire class B. This treatment takes place in an autoclave under vacuum pressure using an environmentally friendly fire retardant.
After the treatment, we finish the cladding just the way you want: in colour or with a pre-weathered look, perfectly matched to the look of your project.
With our decision tree you can quickly see which façade solution suits the reaction-to-fire class of your project. You immediately get a clear overview of the wood varieties, finishes and profiles that meet the applicable requirements.
Fire safety and the appearance of wood are not mutually exclusive. With the right profiles, certificates and treatment, you as an architect or contractor can fully opt for wood — even in projects with strict fire safety requirements.
Unsure about the right profile, the best finish or the appropriate accessories for your project? Our timber specialists are happy to share their expertise and help you choose the right solution.
