Why opt for a heat-treated timber façade?

 If you're looking for a solution that's both attractive and durable, heat-treated wood is the ideal solution for your façade.

Heat-treated wood cladding is a type of façade solution that has undergone a specific heat treatment to improve its performance and durability. This process involves heating the wood to high temperatures. This heating modifies the internal structure of the wood, making its fibres more stable and resistant to dimensional variations linked to humidity and temperature changes. A heat-treated timber façade is therefore more resistant to weathering, insects and fungi, while retaining the natural aesthetic qualities of the wood. In this article, we explore in detail the benefits and characteristics of heat-treated timber façades. Follow the guide!

Wooden facades in unique, customisable colours

Opting for a heat-treated wood façade allows you to show off the unique colour and texture of heat-treated wood.  Heat-treated wood generally has a darker colour, ranging from light to dark brown, with shades of colour depending on the type of wood used. Each type of wood has its own natural colour. Once heat-stabilised, a species such as Larch will turn dark brown, whereas a species such as spruce, which is already light in colour, will turn light brown with a slight tinge.

Create unique and aesthetically remarkable architectural projects with thermally heated wood cladding

At Sivalbp, all thermally-heated wood (for cladding or panelling) is made from carefully selected, PEFC-certified species, then thermostabilised to preserve its natural qualities. Thanks to the richness of the tones of the species used (Larch, Scots Pine, Spruce), cladding an EcoThermo wooden façade offers an infinite range of possibilities for creating personalised atmospheres that blend harmoniously into their surroundings. From pre-weathered wood tones to vintage shades and mountain or natural inspirations, our heat-treated wood cladding, with or without a finish, allows you to create unique and aesthetically remarkable architectural projects that combine aesthetics and modernism.

Ecothermo wood cladding with heat stabilisation: the guarantee of excellent facade performance over time

A heat-treated wood façade offers a number of advantages:

• Durability: Heat-treated wood façades last longer than untreated materials, making them a sustainable choice for long-term construction projects.
• Dimensional stability: Due to their heat treatment, these façades have high dimensional stability, which means they are less likely to warp or crack over time.
• Insect resistance: The heat treatment process makes the wood less attractive to insects and organisms that cause wood rot, reducing the risk of damage caused by these factors.
• Aesthetics: Thermally treated wood facades offer a warm, natural aesthetic that can enhance the visual appeal of any architectural project. What's more, heat-treated wood cladding retains its colour and appearance over time, requiring less upkeep and maintenance.
• Adapted to all climatic conditions: heat-treated wood cladding adapts to all types of climate, from the harshest mountain climates to seaside climates.
• Reduced resin pockets: thanks to the heat treatment process, the pockets of resin naturally present in the wood are reduced, preventing resin from escaping when the façade is exposed to high temperatures (heat waves, severe drought, etc.).

Pine, Larch, Spruce: wood species perfectly suited to heat stabilisation for durable façades

Wood species such as pine, Larch and spruce offer ideal heat-stabilising properties, making them ideal choices for durable facades.

Thanks to the thermostabilisation process, these species undergo a cellular transformation that reinforces their resistance to biological damage and insects. This natural, environmentally-friendly process extends the durability of the wood.  Pine, with its resistance and ease of treatment, is a versatile option that can be adapted to any climate. Larch, renowned for its durability and natural resistance to insects and fungi, is an excellent choice for use in the most extreme climates, such as the mountains. Spruce, meanwhile, combines lightness and strength, offering a well-balanced solution for timber façades.

Opting for an EcoThermo by Sivalbp wood façade means making a resolutely ecological choice. The wood we use is carefully selected and eco-certified, then processed in an entirely natural way, without the addition of chemicals or petroleum derivatives. What's more, our finishes are solvent-free and water-based. By choosing an EcoThermo wood façade, you're opting for a sustainable aesthetic solution that respects the environment.

Heat-treated timber façades are versatile and can be used in a variety of building applications, including :

• Residential: For detached houses, flat blocks and residential complexes.
• Commercial: For offices, retail outlets, restaurants and hotels.
• Institutions: For schools, health centres and other institutional establishments.

Example of façade cladding in heat-treated wood

Here are some examples of heat-treated wood cladding for house fronts.

Thermo-treated wood facades offer a unique combination of durability, stability, and aesthetics, while also being an environmentally friendly option for any construction project. Whether for a residential, commercial, or institutional project, thermo-treated wood offers a durable and aesthetic solution while reducing environmental impact. Investing in thermo-treated wood facades not only enhances the appearance of your building, but also contributes to environmental preservation by promoting the use of sustainable and renewable materials. If you are considering facades for your next construction project, thermo-treated wood is both a responsible and sustainable choice for an ecological future. To learn more about our thermo-treated wood facade solutions, contact our wood experts.