Accoya® wood > Features/Benefits
The Accoya® wood production technology is based upon wood acetylation, a process that has been studied by wood scientists around the world for almost 80 years. Acetylation changes the molecular structure of the source wood to effectively create.

a “new wood species” with properties that at least match those of the best tropical hardwoods.


Class 1 durability

▪ the most durable wood possible.
▪ weather resistant & perfect for outdoor use .

Dimensional stability

▪ swelling and shrinkage reduced by 75% or more.
▪ doors and windows open effortlessly year round.
▪ coatings last 3 or 4 times longer, greatly reducing maintenance costs.

Non-toxic

▪ Accoya® wood is non-toxic, protecting the environment from
   the harmful effects of poisons leaching into the earth.
▪ Accoya® wood may be safely reused and recycled.

Consistent, reliable quality

▪ Accoya® wood is modified all the way through to the core ,
   not just at the surface layer.
▪ Laboratory validation after the process has taken place ensures
  that every batch is of consistent quality and reaches the highest
  possible standards.

Improved fungi and insect resistance

▪ Accoya® wood is indigestible to insects and micro-organisms and
  is therefore more resistant to decay.
▪ Resistance to wood destroying fungi is dramatically increased
Accoya® wood is virtually rot-proof .

Superior resistance to UV degradation

▪ Accoya® wood has superior resistance to the effects of UV
  exposure when translucent coated, meaning that the wood’s
  natural appearance is retained for longer.
▪ Accoya® wood is especially suited to outdoor applications.

Extensively tested, long lasting

▪ guaranteed for 50 years above ground (classes 1,2,5/EN351-1)
▪ guaranteed for 25 years in ground (class 4/EN351-1)

Machinability

▪ Accoya® wood is easy to machine and creates no challenges
  for product manufacturers and end users.

Improved thermal insulation

▪ Accoya® wood has reduced thermal conductivity, offering superior
  heat insulation and conserving energy.
▪ Accoya® wood is ideal for windows, doors and cladding, where
  energy conservation is important.

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