Imbue™ Joinery represents a breakthrough in timber performance, offering the warmth and beauty of natural wood with the stability and strength demanded in precision joinery work. Through advanced thermal modification, moisture and resins are driven out of the timber, producing a material that resists swelling, shrinking, and warping over time.
Ideal for doors, windows, frames, and detailed joinery elements, Imbue™ Joinery is engineered for versatility and long-term reliability. Its low thermal conductivity (lambda value 0.9) provides excellent energy efficiency, making it suitable for both interior fittings and exposed exterior components where stability is essential.
Supplied by Duce Architectural Timbers, Imbue™ Joinery offers consistent clear-grade quality, renewable sourcing, and compatibility with standard fixings and coatings. It’s a practical and sustainable solution that enhances performance without compromising on natural character.
Process: Heat tempering uses steam and high temperatures at or above 230°C, followed by controlled cooling and reconditioning to around 7% EMC. The process permanently changes the wood’s chemistry to reduce hygroscopic behaviour and improve resistance to decay.
Indicative Technicals: Average dry density ~420 kg/m³, pH ~3.9, Janka hardness ~2.5 kN, MoE ~8 GPa, MoR ~50 MPa. Thermal conductivity ~0.095 W/mK, approximately R1.35 per 25 mm thickness. Use stainless steel fixings externally, separate from zinc if required due to acidity.
Workability: Excellent machinability with sharp tools, pre-drill for fixings, manage fine dust extraction. Smooth dressed timber should be sanded before coating, always confirm systems with coating suppliers.
Fire: D-s1-d0 (EN 13501-1), Class C (ASTM E84), Group 3 (AS/NZS 3837), subject to project-specific compliance and installation details.
Contact Duce Architectural Timbers for detailed TDS, profile lists, and specification notes for cladding, decking, and joinery applications.
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Imbue™ Joinery delivers a refined and practical timber solution for modern architectural projects, providing durability, stability, and beauty in one sustainable package. Whether for custom windows, doors, or detailed interior joinery, it performs reliably and looks exceptional.
Contact Duce Architectural Timbers today for specification support, sizing guidance, or to request a tailored quote. Our team can help you find the ideal solution for your project’s aesthetic and performance requirements.
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