North American Douglas Fir Timber Cladding
Transform your wall space with the finest in softwood timber cladding with North American Douglas Fir timber cladding boards. Douglas Fir is renowned for being fantastically stable in all weathers, making it perfect for exterior timber cladding and interior timber cladding projects. Its resiliance to outdoor conditions makes it brilliantly straight. The appeal with the North American variety is that it is mainly clear of knots and has a lovely pink colour with signature grain stripes. When exposed to long spells of UV it will silver down naturally to create a stylish grey look. We have a variety of decorative profiles for interior cladding and various exterior options designed to allow for water run off. These profiles, from tongue & groove timber cladding to shiplap timber cladding, are cleverly designed to not only lock together for durability but are weatherproof . Perfectly enginnered for the aesthetic and installation, these timber cladding boards are the perfect way to cover large elevations in a natural solid timber effect.
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Is Douglas Fir good for cladding?
Douglas Fir is an ideal timber for cladding because it is very durable, stable and resilient to weathering. It is strong and can be easily machined into a wide range of shaped profiles. It is also mainly clear of knots and can look very attractive on architectural elevations.
How long does Douglas Fir cladding last?
Douglas Fir will last approximately up to around 25 years or more. This all depends on the environment, installation and conditions it is subjected to.
Can you leave Douglas Fir untreated?
You can leave Douglas Fir untreated due to its external rating and resilience to weathering.
Which is better, Larch or Douglas Fir?
Both Douglas Fir and Larch comes in a variety of different grades so there is no clear better option apart from subjective preference. For instance North American Douglas Fir in a better grade would be a stronger performer than British Larch.
How do you maintain Douglas Fir cladding?
Douglas Fir is externally rated so maintenance isn’t essential however to prologue its natural look and longevity you can apply a UV protection oil.
Transform your wall space with the finest in softwood timber cladding with North American Douglas Fir timber cladding boards. Douglas Fir is renowned for being fantastically stable in all weathers, making it perfect for exterior timber cladding and interior timber cladding projects.
Why choose North American Douglas Fir?
Douglas fir is an extremely durable and strong timber. It also has a high-level of flexibility and is weather-resistant, making it perfect for both exterior and interior projects.
Appearance
North American Douglas Fir can feature a characteristic ‘tiger stripe’ pattern in a mix of yellow, orange and red
Durability
Douglas fir is a durable timber, naturally resistant to rot and decay, and contains natural preservatives that help extend its lifespan
North American Douglas Fir is a strong, versatile softwood available in a range of sizes. Useful for a wide variety of projects from cladding to joinery, North American Douglas Fir can sport a characteristic ‘tiger stripe’ pattern in a mix of yellow, orange and red. Order cut to size North American Douglas Fir smooth planed squared edge.
What's the difference between North American Douglas Fir and British Douglas Fir?
Douglas Fir Cladding Tips
You can clad buildings all year round but there may be a number of reasons that good weather conditions would be advantageous. 1. Dry timber is easier to cut 2. Dry timber is less likely to move and twist whilst installing 3. Access to the cladding area is safer in dry weather 4. Longer window of install time due to daylight hours 5. Noone likes being rained on when they are working outdoors
Standard Delivery
Timbersource usually aims to dispatch orders within 5 working days for most requirements. We will endeavour to complete your order ahead of schedule.
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North American Douglas Fir cladding
Timbersource sell a variety of profile options great for cladded elevations. Explore the range to see which ones work best for your desired look or function. Timber cladding boards come in a range of different hardwood or softwood cladding options made to order cut to your specific lengths. If you need help calculating how many boards you need you can contact our helpful sales team who will be able to take your elevation sizes or square meterage and work out how many pieces you would need. Contact us now more project guidance and prices.