Imbue™ Screening delivers a natural architectural finish that performs in Australia’s demanding outdoor environments. Through thermal modification, the timber becomes more dimensionally stable, less prone to warping, and naturally resistant to decay without the use of chemicals.
Its warm brown tones and smooth, uniform grain create elegant lines suitable for privacy screens, shading systems, and façades. Over time, the timber weathers evenly to a soft silver-grey, adding timeless appeal to contemporary or traditional designs.
Backed by Duce Architectural Timbers, Imbue™ Screening combines aesthetics, sustainability, and structural reliability, with FSC® Certified sourcing and a 15-Year Warranty for peace of mind.
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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