Kebony
Decking
Decking
Sourced from FSC®-Certified forests, our Kebony® Clear decking is engineered to handle the harshest of conditions.
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Product Summary
Sourced from FSC®-Certified forests, our Kebony® Clear decking is engineered to handle the harshest of conditions. The rich brown color and clear grain are designed to impress, while hardwood-like durability and a 30-year rot & decay warranty provide supreme peace of mind. Whether you maintain the original color or let Kebony Clear naturally patina, your project will amaze for decades to come.
Construction and Materials
Kebony decking is a premium wood product designed for durability, stability, and aesthetic appeal. The core material is sustainably sourced wood, which undergoes a proprietary, environmentally friendly modification process. This process enhances the wood's inherent properties, making it significantly more resistant to rot, decay, and insect attack.
The construction of Kebony decking involves selecting high-quality wood species, typically pine, which are then treated with a bio-based solution. This solution polymerizes within the wood cells, creating a denser, stronger, and more stable material. The result is a wood that offers performance comparable to tropical hardwoods but without the associated environmental concerns. The wood is engineered to be dimensionally stable, meaning it will expand and contract far less than untreated wood when exposed to varying moisture levels and temperatures.
Materials Used:
- Base Wood: Kebony uses sustainably harvested wood, with pine being a common species.
- Modifying Agent: A bio-based solution is used in the Kebony process. This solution is derived from agricultural byproducts and is free from harsh chemicals like phenols and formaldehyde.
The Kebony modification process imbues the wood with a deep, rich color that can deepen over time with exposure to UV light, often developing a beautiful silver-grey patina if left untreated. This natural weathering process adds to the aesthetic versatility of the decking. The wood is also known for its low maintenance requirements; it does not need regular oiling or staining to maintain its durability, although optional treatments can be applied to preserve its original color.
Kebony decking is available in two main types:
- Kebony Clear: This option features a smooth surface with minimal knots, offering a refined and elegant appearance.
- Kebony Character: This option includes a more natural look with visible knots, providing a rustic charm.
Both types offer the same enhanced durability and stability due to the Kebony treatment. The decking is designed for outdoor applications, including patios, terraces, balconies, and general landscaping projects, providing a long-lasting and beautiful surface.
Features and Benefits
Kebony presents an innovative and sustainable wood decking solution that offers exceptional durability and a striking aesthetic. Their proprietary Kebony® technology enhances the wood's cellular structure, making it significantly more resistant to decay, insects, and moisture compared to traditional treated woods.
Features & Benefits
- Exceptional Durability: Kebony wood is engineered to withstand harsh weather conditions, heavy foot traffic, and the elements, ensuring a long-lasting and stable deck.
- Low Maintenance: Unlike many decking materials, Kebony requires minimal upkeep. It does not need regular oiling or staining to maintain its performance and can be cleaned with soap and water.
- Sustainable Sourcing: Kebony is committed to environmental responsibility, utilizing responsibly managed forests for its raw materials. The Kebony® process uses only bio-based chemicals, further reducing its ecological footprint.
- Beautiful Appearance: Over time, Kebony wood develops a beautiful silver-grey patina when exposed to sunlight. This elegant aging process adds to its natural appeal, complementing a wide range of architectural styles.
- Insect and Rot Resistance: The enhanced cellular structure makes Kebony wood highly resistant to fungal decay and insect infestation, providing peace of mind and reducing the need for chemical treatments.
- Dimensional Stability: Kebony wood exhibits superior dimensional stability, meaning it expands and contracts less with changes in humidity. This reduces the risk of warping, cracking, and cupping, contributing to a more stable deck.
- Non-Toxic: The Kebony® modification process does not involve toxic chemicals, making it safe for families and pets, and better for the environment.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for decking, cladding, and other exterior applications where performance and aesthetics are paramount.
Core Advantages
The core advantages of Kebony decking lie in its unparalleled combination of sustainability, extreme durability, and low maintenance. This advanced wood modification process transforms readily available softwoods into materials that rival the performance of tropical hardwoods, but with a significantly reduced environmental impact. Kebony decking offers a beautiful, long-lasting, and eco-conscious choice for outdoor living spaces, providing a superior alternative to traditional decking options.
Styles
Kebony offers two distinct style options for their high-performance wood decking, designed to meet a variety of aesthetic preferences and project requirements. Both options utilize Kebony's proprietary wood modification technology, ensuring exceptional durability, stability, and minimal maintenance.
- Kebony Clear:
- Kebony Character:
Kebony Clear is characterized by its elegant, uniform appearance with minimal knots and imperfections. This premium option provides a smooth, refined surface that is ideal for projects where a sophisticated and uncluttered look is desired. The wood grain is consistently visible, offering a clean and luxurious aesthetic that complements modern architectural designs. Kebony Clear is available in a range of dimensions to suit various decking applications.
Kebony Character offers a more natural and rustic aesthetic, featuring a richer, more varied grain pattern with a higher presence of knots. This option brings a sense of organic beauty and warmth to outdoor spaces, evoking a timeless, traditional feel. The distinct character of each board adds depth and visual interest, making it a popular choice for those seeking a more traditional or country-style ambiance. Like Kebony Clear, Kebony Character is available in a selection of sizes.
Both Kebony Clear and Kebony Character undergo the same advanced Kebony® process, which sustainably modifies wood using a bio-based liquid. This process permanently alters the wood's cell structure, enhancing its dimensional stability and resistance to decay and insects. The resulting wood is exceptionally durable, comparable to tropical hardwoods, but without the associated environmental impact. The modification also results in a wood that requires no additional treatment or oiling after installation to maintain its performance, although regular cleaning is recommended to preserve its appearance.
Over time, both Kebony Clear and Kebony Character will naturally weather to a beautiful silver-grey patina if left untreated. This natural weathering process is a hallmark of Kebony decking and contributes to its distinctive aesthetic appeal. Alternatively, users can choose to apply a Kebony oil or other suitable wood finish to maintain the original rich brown color of the wood.
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