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.

	Natural beauty
	▪ Retained natural beauty and strength

	Environmentally compatible
	▪ 100% recyclable ▪ Naturally renewable

	Consistent supply
	▪ Consistent supply from well managed sources ▪ All FSC certified to meet environmental requirements

	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

Comparative Advantages