Sourced from Central Africa, this exotic timber is made from thermally modified Obeche hardwood. The thermal modification process for this tropical hardwood consists of heating the timber and removing moisture in a controlled atmosphere. This timber has become growingly popular in recent years for both its internal and external applications, so let's dive into the many benefits.

Thermally modified

The thermal modification process is achieved to alter the characteristics of the timber, resulting in more stability, class-leading durability, and increased moisture control. The low moisture content prevents the timber from decay and fungi growth which in turn, increases the life expectancy of the wood to around 50 years so you don’t need to worry about the longevity of your timber. Another primary concern of using external timbers is that the tendency to expand and contract from moisture changes could lead to warping and cracking, but thermally modified timber reduces the risk of such problem. It also makes the wood less appealing to harmful, unwanted insects, preserving its lifespan and reducing the likelihood of costly, time-consuming pest control measures.

Virtually defect-free

Arguably one of the biggest benefits of Thermo Ayous is the fact that its almost defect-free. We always recommend when purchasing timber that you order enough to factor in wastage to your order as natural timber is variable, so this way you’re able to dismiss any boards you might dislike. But with the very consistent colour and grain of Thermo Ayous, there’s less need to account for waste when purchasing and you’re more likely to be completely happy with your order.

Cost effective

Since there’s a reduced requirement to buy more boards in case of waste, it also means costs are kept as low as possible. Thermo Ayous is also often considered one of the cheaper alternatives to Western Red Cedar fencing and cladding. Although it’s not as competitively priced as others, it’s still a very strong contender and sits at a much lower price range than Western Red Cedar.

Appearance

Thermo Ayous has a very unique and exquisite appeal to it, consisting of very rich, warm, and earthy mid brown tones. There’s a certain shimmer to Thermo Ayous that’s unlike any other timber, making it highly desirable for exterior use as the sun highlights that natural glow. It has an impressive exotic effect on any outdoor project and will pair well with your tropical plants.

Workability

When working with wood in construction, a common concern is finding a timber that’s easily adaptable. As a lightweight timber, Thermo Ayous is extremely easy to work with and machines well. Both the cladding and fencing boards are easy to fit and furthermore, easy to maintain.

During your hunt to find the right timber for your project, you’ll find there are many pros and cons to every single one of them, but with Thermo Ayous being thermally modified and practically defect-free, we’ve found its advantages to be very specific and unique compared to other timbers. But don’t just take our word for it, shop the highly recommended timber now and discover for yourself just how special it is.

We look forward to your order!