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Louvre Options
Horizontal and Vertical Louvre Blades are increasingly being used within Solar Shading and Brise-Soleil Systems.
Typical applications are for Fabricated Timber Louvre Panels, Extraction and Ventilation Panels, Imitation Louvre Panels, Internal/External Dividers, Noise Reduction Solutions, Screening Panels for Boiler Houses/Refuse Areas and Office Screens.
All of our Louvres are available in a wide range of naturally durable Softwood and Hardwood, including Western Red Cedar, Larch, Thermowood and Accoya.
James Lathams Louvres can be supplied fully certified in either FSC, PEFC, SFI, or CSA, depending on species and country of origin. We provide an environmentally friendly and sustainable option to traditional aluminium Louvre systems, which are far more costly to produce and have a greater impact upon the environment.
Based on our many years of experience in this field, designers and architects are opting for greener alternatives. Luckily, we have always been ahead of the curve, with a wide range of species and sizes available, ensuring all your project needs are met.
Our services include, precision cutting, angled mitre cuts, compound mitre cuts, specialist drilling services along with FR Treatments (Non Com Class C and B) and factory applied coatings.
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Product information
Durability
Western Red Cedar is one of the world’s most durable species. With natural resistance to moisture, decay and insect damage, Cedar remains the premier choice for timber cladding. Fibres in the timber contain natural preservatives that are toxic to decay-causing fungi. Cedars durability is class 2, which is classed as ‘durable’. Cedar will weather to a silver grey colour if left untreated over a period of time, but if this is not your preference Cedar is very receptive to most stains.
Dimensional Stability
Cedar is hygroscopic and will absorb or discharge moisture to attain equilibrium with the surrounding atmosphere, however, it has a very low shrinkage factor and is superior to all coniferous species in its resistance to warping, twisting and checking.
Thermal Conductivity / Acoustic Properties
Wood is an excellent thermal insulator. This is an important characteristic since good thermal insulators keep buildings cool in the summer and help retain heat in the winter. An important acoustic property of timber us its ability to dampen vibrations.
Density
Cedar is one of the lightest commercial softwoods available and if Kiln Dried has a density as low as 330-390kg per m3. Cedars low density enhances its insulation value and makes it an east wood to handle, distribute and work with.
Workability
Western Red Cedar produces long lightweight lengths of timber with a fine straight grain making this specie easy to cut, saw, machine and fix. Again Cedar is one of the best species available for accepting paints, stains, oils and various treatments. Cedar takes most fasteners without splitting and is easily nailed.
Downloads:
- Accoya Certificate of Warranty * Statement: Manufacturers Warranty Covers Replacement Material but only if manufacturers recommended instructions are followed
- Accoya Cladding Installation Guide
- Accoya Cladding Installation Guide – Timber Frame Applications
- Accoya Datasheet
- Accoya – Wood Information Guide
- Accoya – Performance Testing Summary
- TDCA Statement – External Timber Cladding and Fire :Key facts and information for specifiers and suppliers
- Cladding Product Guide
- Accoya Cladding Brochure
- TRADA Assessment of the stability of 15mm-thick Accoya® cladding boards
- Long Term Evaluation of Translucent Coatings on Accoya Cladding
- Teknos Natures Eight Colour Card
- Teknos Forest Inspirations Colour Card
- Accoya Cladding – Cladding on a Block Wall Guide
- Accoya – Technical Leaflet, Weathering
- Sansin Brochure
- Sansin Colour Card
- Sansin Precision Coat SDF
- Facade Brochure
Case Studies:
- Accoya® Cladding Selected for Christies Care Home in Saxmundham
- Accoya® Cladding Completes Private Holiday Club
- Accoya® Cladding Chosen for a KFC Restaurant in Stourbridge, UK
- Accoya® Selected as the Ideal Cladding Material by Coventry Homeowners
- Accoya® Helps Transform Suburban Bungalow into Stunning Contemporary Home
- Accoya® Chosen for the Cladding on Pipers Corner School, High Wycombe
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