BCLarch®
Millworks BCLarch® Cladding is sourced exclusively from British Columbia, Canada, where the demanding climate imparts natural durability. This high-density timber resists rot and decay, making it an ideal choice for long-lasting external cladding projects. Sustainably harvested in accordance with PEFC™ practices, BCLarch® offers a reliable, environmentally responsible alternative to Siberian Larch.
Benefits of BCLarch®
BCLarch® Grading
Millworks Grade B/C
Millworks B/C Grade timber features a blend of clearer boards alongside those with knots. This grade arises from the natural cutting process and the way the timber “falls” from the saw, resulting in a diverse array of characteristics within each board and providing unique visual appeal.
Versatile aesthetic: The combination of clear and knotty sections provides visual variety, making it suitable for a wide range of design applications.
Natural character: The presence of knots adds charm and character, enhancing the overall look of the timber.
Diverse applications: Each board’s unique features allow for flexibility in usage, accommodating different project requirements.
Millworks B/C Grade timber is ideal for cladding projects that require a balance of affordability, aesthetic diversity, and practicality.
BCLarch® Applications
BCLarch® is a highly adaptable timber, perfect for both residential and commercial external cladding projects. Renowned for its natural durability, it resists rot and fungal decay, ensuring long-lasting performance. Whether left untreated for a naturally weathered appearance or finished to preserve its rich, warm tones, BCLarch® combines sustainability with aesthetic appeal, making it a reliable choice.
BCLarch® is a dense timber, making it highly resistant to wear and tear and well-suited for fencing applications. Natural oils and resins provide excellent protection against rot, decay, and insect damage. The timber’s straight grain and occasional knots lend character and texture, giving a natural appearance that harmonises with outdoor spaces and creates cohesive garden design.
In addition to our standard planed finish, surface texture can be added to create accentuated depth to the timber grain. Surface textures are recommended when coatings are applied to improve performance and enable enhanced adhesion and longevity.
In the correct conditions, BCLarch® will weather to a silver-grey, if left untreated. Although naturally durable, BCLarch® can be finished for protection against the elements. Millworks offers a range of factory coatings that serve both decorative and protective purposes, producing consistent results with a range of aesthetic options to suit your project.
FRX fire retardant can be pressure-impregnated into BCLarch® under ISO-controlled conditions to meet national Building Regulations for Euroclass B or C compliance.
Specifying the correct fixings is critical to the performance of timber cladding. Specifically manufactured systems compatible with Millworks timber cladding and decking profiles, designed to ensure optimal performance of the timber and factory coatings. Due to the movement class of BCLarch® face-fixing is advisable, especially on wider boards.
In addition to our standard planed finish, surface texture can be added to create accentuated depth to the timber grain. Surface textures are recommended when coatings are applied to improve performance and enable enhanced adhesion and longevity.
Factory Coatings
In the correct conditions, BCLarch® will weather to a silver-grey, if left untreated. Although naturally durable, BCLarch® can be finished for protection against the elements. Millworks offers a range of factory coatings that serve both decorative and protective purposes, producing consistent results with a range of aesthetic options to suit your project.
FRX fire retardant can be pressure-impregnated into BCLarch® under ISO-controlled conditions to meet national Building Regulations for Euroclass B or C compliance.
Installation
Specifying the correct fixings is critical to the performance of timber cladding. Specifically manufactured systems compatible with Millworks timber cladding and decking profiles, designed to ensure optimal performance of the timber and factory coatings. Due to the movement class of BCLarch® face-fixing is advisable, especially on wider boards.
BCLarch® Profiles
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