Timber Cladding

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NORclad Argento Timber Cladding

Glulam European Douglas fir, preservative treated to give a weathered appearance.

High-Quality Glulam Douglas Fir preservative treated to give a pre-weathered appearance:

The Argento Cladding range is produced from French Douglas Fir, Douglas Fir a durable and visually appealing softwood species, the Glulam process ensures enhanced stability, boards are then treated with a unique grey preservative which will allow more uniform weathering overtime. Douglas Fir is known for its natural beauty, strength, and resistance to decay.

Natural Aesthetics:
Argento cladding showcases the warm tones and distinctive grain patterns of Douglas Fir the unique preservative treatment gives a naturally weathered appearance . It adds a touch of elegance and authenticity to any building façade.

Sustainability:
NORclad are committed to sustainable practices. Argento Douglas Fir cladding is sourced from responsibly managed forests, ensuring minimal environmental impact.

Versatility:
Argento Douglas Fir cladding is suitable for exterior applications. Whether you’re designing a modern home or a rustic cabin, this cladding adapts seamlessly.

Ease of Installation:
Argento cladding is easy to install, saving time and effort during construction.

Longevity:
Argento Douglas Fir is naturally resistant to decay and insects and carries a 10 year warranty. When properly installed and maintained, Argento cladding can last for decades (expected service life 30 to 50 years).

Detailed information

Wood type
Softwood
Origin
Europe
Sustainability
PEFC
Colour
Treated to replicate a natural grey weathered finish.
Quality
Gluelam laminated selected for a visual cladding grade.
Typical end use
Cladding only.
Durability
Moderately durable (use class 3.2).
Density
530kg/m3 at 18 – 20% moisture content, that must be controlled
before cladding.
Dimensional stability
Stable.
Fixings
Stainless steel fixings are always recommended.
Strength & working properties
Versatility due to it’s strength, doulas fir is favourable for
many timber applications, especially cladding.
Typical section sizes
Ex 25, 50 x 50, 100, 150mm
Standard Length
4m.

Grades

All grading information is given as general guidance, to meet the criteria set through CE/CA marking, quality and grading requirements.

For further details on grade, please contact us, likewise we are more than happy to work with you to create grading criteria bespoke to your project. Products are supplied as PEFC certified timber.

Argento Range

NORclad Argento Vezo

  • PEFC certified, sustainably sourced timber
  • Imported from France
  • Gluelam boards selected for cladding application
  • All timber is sourced and machined to CE/CA Quality Grading Requirements
  • Available in 4m lengths

NORclad Argento Vigo

  • PEFC certified, sustainably sourced timber
  • Imported from France
  • Gluelam boards selected for cladding application
  • All timber is sourced and machined to CE/CA Quality Grading Requirements
  • Available in 4m lengths

NORclad Argento Trim & Corner profiles

  • PEFC certified, sustainably sourced timber
  • Imported from France
  • Gluelam boards selected for cladding application
  • All timber is sourced and machined to CE/CA Quality Grading Requirements
  • Available in 4m lengths
  • Section sizes – ex 50×50 corner trim, ex 25 x 100 trim, ex 25 x 150 trim
  • Corner trim 45x45mm
  • Solid Douglas Fir trim profile 2 – 22 x 90mm
  • Solid Douglas Fir trim profile 2 – 45 x 45mm

Profiles

NWC1 (VEZO)
NWC2 (VIGO)
PSE (Argento)
NWA4 (Argento)

Get in touch for other requirements, including bespoke profiles, halflap profiles, various sized PSE boards and Window reveals/cill.

Specify

If you have decided that Timber Cladding is going to be one of the materials on your project the next step is to create a specification that will meet the criteria and expectations you, and your client have.

NORclad will be happy to talk through what is available and enable you to select a suitable cladding material.

We offer installation guidance, detailing guidance and a wealth of knowledge and information on how different materials will perform over the life span of your project.

Considerations that should be made when it comes to weather, along with how elevation and design variations can impact timber cladding.

Please get in contact if you would like NORclad to create an H21 specification for you, or download direct via NBS here.

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