Siding & Exterior Trim
Kebony
Cladding
Kebony is leading the way in sustainable and long-lasting real wood cladding.
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Product Summary
Kebony is leading the way in sustainable and long-lasting real wood cladding. Our award-winning cladding projects have solidified Kebony as the go-to for America’s top architects. Kebony cladding is unmatched in beauty, durability, and sustainability.
The Click-in Cladding™ System combines Kebony’s long-lasting wood cladding with the Grad® Mini Rail for a faster and more precise cladding install without the hassle and uncertainty of traditional hidden fastening methods.
The knotty grain of Kebony Character cladding gives your project a rustic feel at a value-conscious price. Kebony character goes through the same modification process and comes with the same 30-year warranty as Kebony Clear.
Construction and Materials
Kebony cladding offers a sustainable and durable solution for exterior finishing, providing a beautiful wood aesthetic without the environmental compromises of traditional hardwood sourcing.
Construction and Materials
Kebony's unique construction process transforms sustainably sourced wood into a high-performance building material. The core of Kebony's technology lies in its proprietary modification process, which enhances the wood's properties significantly.
- Wood Species: Kebony utilizes readily available, sustainably managed wood species. Common types include Radiata Pine and FSC-certified tropical woods. The specific species used can influence the final appearance and grain pattern.
- Kebony Technology: The key to Kebony's durability and stability is its patented process. This involves impregnating the wood with a bio-based liquid derived from plant sugars.
- Polymerization: Following impregnation, the wood undergoes a controlled heating process. This causes the impregnating liquid to polymerize within the wood's cell structure. This polymerization process permanently alters the wood's cellular composition, making it significantly denser, harder, and more stable.
- Resulting Properties: This modification process effectively eliminates the wood's tendency to absorb water, which is the primary cause of swelling, shrinking, and rot in untreated wood. The result is a wood that is:
- Highly dimensionally stable
- Resistant to decay and insect attack
- Does not require oiling or treatment to maintain its integrity
- Appearance: Kebony wood is characterized by its deep, rich color, which typically develops into a silvery-gray patina over time when exposed to sunlight. This natural weathering process enhances its aesthetic appeal. The wood is available in various profiles and finishes to suit different architectural designs.
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Kebony cladding is designed for a long lifespan and minimal maintenance, making it an attractive choice for a variety of architectural applications.
- Durability: The Kebony process imbues the wood with exceptional resistance to weathering, rot, and insect infestation, leading to a significantly extended service life compared to conventional wood cladding.
- Maintenance: Kebony cladding requires no oiling or chemical treatments to maintain its structural integrity or appearance. Over time, it will naturally weather to a beautiful silver-gray patina. Regular cleaning with soap and water is sufficient to remove surface dirt.
- Sustainability: Kebony is committed to environmental responsibility. The wood used is sourced from sustainably managed forests, and the Kebony process itself utilizes a bio-based liquid derived from agricultural by-products. The resulting product is durable, reducing the need for frequent replacement and thus minimizing its environmental footprint.
- Applications: Kebony cladding is suitable for a wide range of exterior applications, including:
- Residential and commercial building facades
- Terraces and balconies
- Interior wall cladding
- Decking
- Installation: Kebony cladding can be installed using standard woodworking tools and techniques. It is recommended to follow specific installation guidelines provided by Kebony to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Features and Benefits
Kebony cladding offers a sustainable and exceptionally durable solution for exterior building projects. This unique wood product is created through a patented process that modifies wood with a bio-based liquid, resulting in enhanced strength, dimensional stability, and resistance to decay and insect attack. The Kebony process is environmentally friendly, using no harmful toxins or chemicals, and is derived from responsibly managed sources.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Enhanced Durability and Stability: Kebony wood is significantly more durable and dimensionally stable than conventional lumber. It resists warping, twisting, and cracking, ensuring a long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing exterior.
- Low Maintenance: The modified wood requires minimal upkeep. It does not need oils, stains, or treatments for preservation, saving time and resources over the lifespan of the building.
- Sustainable Sourcing: Kebony utilizes wood from certified, sustainably managed forests. The modification process itself is environmentally conscious, producing a product that is safe and responsible.
- Unique Aesthetic Appeal: Over time, Kebony develops a beautiful silver-gray patina, a characteristic sought after in many architectural designs. This natural aging process adds to the material's charm and elegance.
- Resistance to Weather and Insects: The Kebony treatment makes the wood highly resistant to moisture, decay, and insect infestation, ensuring its integrity in various climates and environments.
- Versatile Applications: Ideal for a wide range of exterior applications including siding, decking, and other architectural elements, providing a premium finish that stands the test of time.
Core Advantages of Kebony Cladding:
- Long-Term Value: The exceptional durability and low maintenance requirements translate into significant cost savings over the life of the building, making it a wise investment.
- Environmental Responsibility: Choosing Kebony supports sustainable forestry practices and avoids the use of harsh chemicals, contributing to a healthier planet and a more eco-conscious construction.
- Design Flexibility: The timeless aesthetic and reliable performance allow for creative architectural expression, offering a sophisticated and natural look that complements various design styles.
- Performance Reliability: Architects and builders can rely on Kebony for consistent performance, ensuring that projects meet high standards for longevity and resilience against the elements.
Options-Styles
Kebony's innovative approach to wood treatment creates beautiful and durable exterior cladding solutions. Their proprietary process modifies sustainably sourced wood, enhancing its strength, stability, and resistance to decay and weathering. This results in a material that offers the aesthetic appeal of natural wood with significantly reduced maintenance requirements.
Style
- Kebony offers two primary product lines for its exterior cladding:
- Kebony Clear: This line features a clean, knot-free appearance with a uniform profile. It is ideal for projects where a sophisticated and seamless look is desired. The wood retains its natural grain pattern, offering a premium aesthetic.
- Kebony Character: This option showcases the natural beauty of wood, including knots and variations in grain. It provides a more rustic and authentic feel, adding character and depth to architectural designs.
- Finishes and Appearance:
- Kebony wood starts with a rich, dark brown hue.
- Over time, and when exposed to sunlight, Kebony wood will naturally weather to a beautiful silver-grey patina. This transformation is a characteristic of the material and contributes to its aesthetic appeal.
- The modified wood retains its authentic wood grain, providing a natural and warm appearance.
Options
- Species:
- Kebony offers its treatment on several wood species. The most common options for cladding include:
- Kebony Radiata Pine: A sustainably sourced softwood that undergoes the Kebony modification.
- Kebony Maple: A hardwood known for its fine grain and smooth texture, enhanced by the Kebony process.
- Profile: Kebony cladding is available in various profiles to suit different design needs and installation methods. While specific profiles may vary, common options for exterior cladding often include:
- Tongue and groove
- Shiplap
- Concealed fastener systems
- Dimensions: Kebony cladding is available in a range of standard dimensions. Specific lengths and thicknesses are designed to accommodate common construction practices and aesthetic preferences.
- Applications: Kebony cladding is suitable for a wide range of vertical and horizontal exterior applications, including:
- Façades and walls
- Rain screens
- Accent panels
- Soffits and fascias
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