Davidson Timber offers high-quality softwood cladding options featuring European Redwood and Canadian Western Red Cedar alongside Thermally Modified Timbers and native Cedar and Larch from the UK. Multiple hardwood options including Sweet Chestnut and Canadian Douglas Fir serve as suitable choices for traditional and contemporary design needs. These timber cladding selections fulfill durability and sustainability requirements while maintaining aesthetic appeal making them perfect choices for residential and commercial construction.
A Scandinavian, kiln dried product with a low moisture content and open cell structure makes Redwood an ideal species to pressure treat. When pressure treated, a 30-year warranty can be offered on the product.
European Larch cladding provides strong visual appeal and outstanding natural weather resistance while maintaining durability which makes it suitable for both contemporary and traditional building designs.
Sweet Chestnut cladding combines natural durability and beautiful grain patterns with decay resistance to serve as both a practical and visually appealing option for constructing modern and traditional buildings.
Ideal for timber cladding in areas of high footfall where other, softer species may be prone to damage. A cost effective species that performs well, with a medium texture and defined straight grain.
Western Red Cedar stands out with its vibrant color tones and fine grain together with its exceptional durability against decay which makes it suitable for contemporary and classic construction projects.
Larch cladding sourced from the UK provides exceptional durability along with unique grain patterns and a natural warm tone, which makes it highly suitable for both traditional and modern building designs across the country.
Thermally Modified Ayous timber cladding is almost entirely defect-free, providing a very clear and consistent board that is perfectly suited for high-end contemporary timber cladding installations where a sleek, modern aesthetic is required.
Thermally Modified Radiata Pine is produced using a sustainable process involving only heat and steam, resulting in a product that is almost entirely knot and defect-free, with only the occasional small pin knot allowed to remain.
Accoya® wood is the result of decades of research and development using the extensively proven wood modification technique acetylation, creating a high performance wood ideal for timber cladding.
Coated Cladding continues to be popular and we offer a wide range of factory applied coating options ensuring a high quality finish. We also offer a range of brushed, sanded and sawn finishes with a factory applied finish.
Thermowood cladding achieves improved durability and stability by thermal modification making it ideal for both modern and traditional construction designs.
Siberian Larch cladding stands out as both visually attractive softwood and extremely durable because it naturally withstands decay, moisture, and insect damage through high resin content.
Western Red Cedar and Siberian Larch are the most popular softwoods because they are naturally decay-resistant. European Redwood is a cost-effective solution, offering both durability and value, and is supported by a 30-year product warranty. For higher durability, hardwoods like Oak or “modified” woods like Accoya offer superior stability and a much longer lifespan.
If you allow the wood to weather naturally to a silver-grey color, maintenance is minimal. However, if you want to keep the original wood tone, you will need to apply a UV-protective stain or oil every two to five years.
Service life depends on the species; standard softwoods usually last 15–25 years, while high-quality hardwoods or modified timbers can last over 60 years. Proper installation and airflow are the biggest factors in preventing premature rot.
Timber can be made safe for most projects through factory-applied fire retardant treatments. These treatments ensure the cladding meets local building regulations and safety standards regarding flame spread and smoke production.
The profile refers to how the boards fit together. Common styles include Shiplap, which has a slight overlap for water runoff; Tongue and Groove, which interlocks for a smooth finish; and Waney Edge, which retains the natural curve of the tree for a rustic look.
Yes, a ventilation cavity is vital. Creating a gap with wooden battens allows moisture to escape and air to circulate behind the boards. Without this, trapped dampness will eventually cause the wood to warp or rot.
Timber is generally more expensive than uPVC or basic fiber cement but is seen as a premium investment. Softwoods like Larch are the most cost-effective wood options, while Cedar and Oak sit at the higher end of the price scale.
Timber is a highly sustainable material with low embodied carbon. It stores CO2 and is renewable, provided you ensure the wood is sourced from certified, responsibly managed forests such as those labeled FSC or PEFC.
