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4.8

Ian Hayes

16:18 31 Oct 24

I regularly use Vastern for purchasing locally grown, sustainably sourced British oak and ash. I then use this for making bespoke fitted and freestanding furniture. The quality of the timber is excellent and reliable. I usually deal with Wolf when I visit who's friendly, knowledgeable and allows time to search for the timber that fits my requirements. The company really cares about what they do, and they promote the conservation and enhancement of British woodlands which is important to me and really sets them apart!

Chris Saberi

21:52 29 Oct 24

I went to Vastern to get a burr oak waney edge board. Their customer service was excellent, I was given a lot of help and advice to pick out the very board that met my needs to make my river table. I went back to get some planed oak for the legs/base. Thoroughly recommended!Edit Oct 2024: Visited again to get some planed oak boards for a custom lounge light. Customer service and the personal touch was still top notch!

J addison

13:20 25 Oct 24

Was really impressed with the service at vasterns, knowledgeable, patient and thorough, my client bought three, 1st grade oak waney edge boards and Wolf was on hand to help guide us to the right choice. Top guy, top gear. Was patient and aloud us time to make decisions and think about our options.No pressure, no rush. Recommended.Look forward to getting stuck in to them.Thanks

Oliver Milne

06:46 24 Oct 24

I used Vasterns for some ash for a kitchen job and was very pleased with the quantity to choose from, the quality of the timber and the price. The customer service was also excellent. A guy named Wolf took time to help me pick out everything I needed. Left feeling pleased with my haul of timber and will definitely be back.

Harry Llewelyn

08:21 18 Oct 24

Brilliant service. Quality product

Ruth Harris

11:55 27 Sep 24

Wolf was excellent today helping Steve and I select a piece of wood for a desk and sorting out getting it cut so we could move it back on our truck. Great service and really nice that he was interested in our project. Thanks so much.

John Lamb

11:24 26 Sep 24

Brimstone Ash Cladding

Being durable, stable and relatively knot-free, Brimstone ash is an ideal choice for modern timber cladding designs and is sourced from local woodlands.

Style

Contemporary / modern

Profiles

All machined profiles

Source

British woodlands

Beware

Brittleness

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Brimstone Ash Cladding

Brimstone Ash Cladding Features

Brimstone ash cladding is a thermally modified product using high quality ash grown in local woodlands. The modification process makes the ash very stable and confers a high level of durability, both of which are ideal characteristics for exterior timber cladding.

The strong grain, lack of knots and deep dark chocolate colour of Brimstone ash offer a locally grown alternative to imported hardwoods. The price and performance of Brimstone ash are similar to Canadian cedar.

Being the hardest and strongest of the Brimstone range, the ash is suited to the widest variety of end uses. Brimstone Ash is ideal for cladding, decking and joinery.

Brimstone ash is transformed by thermal modification, a chemical free process that reconfigures wood by superheating it to over 200 degrees. The result is a stable and durable material, highly resistant to pests and rot, and certified to withstand the weather for over 30 years.

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Specification

Brimstone ash Cladding from Vastern Timber

Thermally modified British ash
Sourced from legal and well-managed woodlands in England and Wales. GIB certified.
Supplied by Vastern Timber (sales@vastern.co.uk)
Grade BS1186-3 Class 1 / EN942:2007 J10
Finished thickness of 20mm
Overall finished widths 70mm / 95mm / 120mm / 145mm
Random lengths 1.5mt – 3.0mt+
Available in various profiles
Moisture content of 4 – 6%
Durability EN350-2 Very Durable. Class 1 (Above ground use only)
Supplied uncoated. No treatment required.

Characteristics

Appearance
Brimstone ash has a consistent chocolate brown colouring with a strong grain pattern. Cladding boards may contain occasional small sound knots.

Weathering
The modification process removes most natural extractives resulting in relatively consistent weathering, largely free of staining. Weathering to a grey colour occurs more quickly than for non-modified timber

Desired service life
Occasionally wet 60 yrs. Frequently wet 30 yrs.

Movement class
Small

Resistance to impact
Medium

Working properties
Thermally modified woods are more brittle than untreated wood. Care should be taken when cutting and nailing to prevent chipping and break out. Pre-drilling is advised.

Density
563 Kg / M3

Extractives
The modification process involves no chemicals and most natural chemicals in the wood are removed during the process. Thermally modified wood can be treated as inert.

Installation

How to fix
Hand nail with stainless steel nails through the face or through the tongue on suitable profiles.

Alternatively use a second fix nail gun and insert two nails per batten at opposing angles.

It’s important to include a 2mm expansion gap.

For more information, visit the resource centre

Batten type
Treated softwood. 35mm thick x 50mm wide

Batten spacing
400 – 600mm

Nail type
Stainless steel only. 50mm ring shank nails for hand nailing or 50mm second fix brad nails if using a gun. Trim head stainless steel screws are also suitable.

When to fix
Year round.

Resistance to fixing
High. Modified wood is brittle and should be treated with care.

Profiles

We machine timber cladding to the profile of your choice. View our full range of cladding profiles.

We recommend the following profiles for Brimstone ash.

Disclaimer

While the utmost care has been taken to provide accurate information, Vastern Timber shall not be held responsible for any consequences arising from any errors or omissions on this website nor for any damages resulting from the use of the information.

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Google Reviews

4.8

Based on 212 reviews

Google Reviews

4.8

16:18 31 Oct 24

21:52 29 Oct 24

13:20 25 Oct 24

06:46 24 Oct 24

08:21 18 Oct 24

Brilliant service. Quality product

Ruth Harris

11:55 27 Sep 24

John Lamb

11:24 26 Sep 24

Brimstone Ash Cladding

Brimstone Ash Cladding Features

Brimstone ash cladding is a thermally modified product using high quality ash grown in local woodlands. The modification process makes the ash very stable and confers a high level of durability, both of which are ideal characteristics for exterior timber cladding.

The strong grain, lack of knots and deep dark chocolate colour of Brimstone ash offer a locally grown alternative to imported hardwoods. The price and performance of Brimstone ash are similar to Canadian cedar.

Being the hardest and strongest of the Brimstone range, the ash is suited to the widest variety of end uses. Brimstone Ash is ideal for cladding, decking and joinery.

Brimstone ash is transformed by thermal modification, a chemical free process that reconfigures wood by superheating it to over 200 degrees. The result is a stable and durable material, highly resistant to pests and rot, and certified to withstand the weather for over 30 years.

Call us to discuss your project

Specification

Characteristics

Installation

Profiles

Disclaimer

Further Information

Resource Centre

Prices

Timber Cladding Options

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