Accoya

WHY ACCOYA

Accoya wood is produced from sustainably sourced, fast growing wood and manufactured using Accsys’ proprietary patented modification process from surface to core.

The result; One of the most advanced wood products on the market today, a durable, dimensionally stable, reliable, and beautiful solid wood with the performance characteristics of the most durable tropical hardwoods, but offering industry-leading environmental credentials.

A new world of sustainable and low maintenance posts, finials and barge boards is available using Accoya wood.

Dimensionally Stable

• Shrinkage and swelling can be reduced by upto 75%
• Windows and doors are able to open easily all year round
• Maintenance costs can be reduced

Outstanding Durability

• Accoya wood can last upto 50 years above ground level and 25 years in the ground or freshwater
• Rot proof
• According to TRADA Accoya woods come with a 70 year minimum service life

Perfect for Coating

• Coatings last two times longer due to improved stability
• Less preparation and sanding required

Naturally Insulating

• Provides improved insulation compared to other common hard and softwoods
• Perfect on applications where energy conservation is required

Excellent Machinability

• No special tools required to machine and process

Insect Barrier

• Indigestible to most insects including termites

Consistent Quality Throughout

• Does not require chemical preservatives when cut or planed
• Consistent, measurable modification quality from the surface to the core

Naturally Beautiful Wood

• The treatment process does not compromise the natural beauty of the wood

Sustainable Sources

• From FSC, PEFC and other regionally certified woods
• Naturally renewable

Retained Strength and Hardness

• Increased hardness
• High strength to weight ratio
• The process does not compromise the wood’s strength

Non-Toxic Recyclable

• Can be safely recycled, reused and incinerated
• Protects the environment from harmful effects of other common wood treatments

Barefoot Friendly

• Perfect for decking in situations such as saunas, steam rooms, pools
• Low thermal gain
• Considerably less splinters