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Project Revisit Te Ara a Tāwhaki Abodo Wood 9

Project Revisit: Te Ara a Tāwhaki

Perfectly straight, weathered to an even silver, and two years later; our Vulcan timber battens are looking as the architect intended.

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Making Scarf Joins Abodo Wood

Making Scarf Joins

All craftspeople appreciate a tight timber joint. Watch our instructional video on the creating the perfect scarf joint.

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Hurunui Primary School Vulcan Cladding Abodo Wood

The Benefits of Timber in Education

Humans have an innate need to connect with the natural world. Being outside among trees and greenery has been proven to have a positive effect on our physical and mental health.

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Project Revisit Pottsville Home Abodo Wood 3

Project Revisit: Pottsville Home

Facing west (with no maintenance), the timber cladding on this Byron Bay home is still looking incredible at 3 years.

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Hawkes Bay Coastal Home Vulcan Cladding Abodo Wood 3

Choosing Wood for Wellness

This past year has brought wellness and the importance of a healthy home into the spotlight - and wood has come out on top.

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Timber Cladding Lifecycle Timber Cladding Lifecycle Costs Abodo Wood Costs Abodo Wood 1

Timber Cladding Lifecycle Costs

Even when faced with salt spray and cool alpine nights, there are some simple ways to ensure timber cladding lasts, without excess maintenance and cost.

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Roscommon House Vulcan Cladding Abodo Wood 2

Why Timber Lined Interiors are Making a Comeback

For many reasons, timber lined interiors are making a comeback in contemporary homes and buildings.

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Omaha House Vulcan Cladding in Sioox Abodo Wood

Create Unlimited Timber Cladding Textures

The WB12 profile has been used by leading New Zealand architects for many years.

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Minyama Luxury Home Vulcan Cladding and Vulcan Screening Abodo Wood 10

Does Thermally Modified Wood Smell?

It is normal for wood that has been thermally modified to have a smoky or almost burnt odour.

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Cottesloe House Vulcan Cladding and Vulcan Screening Abodo Wood 2

Solid Timber Battens That Can Span over 3 Metres

These timber battens achieve a clear span of 3 metres thanks to Vulcan timbers extraordinary stability.

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Timber Recessed Windows Becoming Increasingly Popular Abodo Wood 2

Timber Recessed Windows Becoming Increasingly Popular

Recessed windows are becoming increasingly popular in the New Zealand construction landscape.

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Modern Versions of Shiplap Timber Cladding Abodo Wood 1

Modern Versions of Shiplap Timber Cladding

Shiplap cladding is a time-honoured method to create a weather-tight exterior timber siding. But what’s the best shiplap profile?

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