| Material | French Oak |
| Width | 145mm |
| Thickness | 18mm |
| Face Coverage | 135mm |
| Grade | ??? |
| Treatment | Untreated, Oak is naturally durable and resistant to rot, making it an excellent choice for outdoor use. However, to protect its natural beauty and enhance its longevity, we highly recommend applying a suitable stain or oil, such as OSMO. This will help preserve its rich colour and provide additional protection against weathering, cracking, and movement. Staining not only enhances the oak's durability but also ensures it maintains its appearance and structural integrity over time. |
| Finish | Planed Timber |
| Length | Available in 0.9m, 1.2m, 1.8m, 2.4m, 3.0m, 3.6m, 3.9m and 4.2m |
| Buying Guide | Unsure which cladding to go for? Take a read of our full Cladding Buying Guide |
| Type |
Hardwood |
| Origin |
France |
| Durability |
Class 2 |
| Movement Class |
Mediam |
| Knots |
Medium |
| Colour |
light to medium golden-brown colour, silvery-grey weathering |
| Modified Timber |
No |
| Fixings |
Stainless Steel |
| Recommended Wastage |
10-15% |
| Key Points |
Strong and dense, offering excellent structural durability. |
European Oak Shadow Gap Cladding
European Oak Shadow Gap cladding offers a perfect combination of natural durability and modern elegance, making it an excellent choice for both exterior and interior applications. Renowned for its resistance to rot, decay, and weathering, European Oak ensures long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance, even in harsh environments.
The Shadow Gap profile adds a sophisticated depth and sleek, linear detail, making it ideal for contemporary designs with an architectural edge. European Oak’s exceptional stability reduces warping, swelling, and shrinking, ensuring a consistent and flawless finish over time. Its warm, natural tones can be left untreated to develop a weathered patina or enhanced with stains and oils to match any design vision.
Sustainably sourced and environmentally responsible, European Oak Shadow Gap cladding is the perfect choice for architects and builders looking for a reliable, eco-conscious material that blends timeless beauty with modern functionality.
Board Run
It's important to tell us which way your cladding will be running as depending on the desired orientation of your cladding, the timber needs to be cut differently.
Vertical run cladding naturally channels water downwards, however if cut incorrectly horizontal profile boards may trap water inside the shadow gaps, making it more susceptible to weather-related issues like rot. To combat this, horizontal boards are cut with a slight angle in the gaps to help the water run off, while vertical boards retain a nice crisp edge.
Key Facts
- Modern Shadow Gap Profile
- Exceptional Stability
- Versatile Aesthetic
- Low Maintenance
Other Options
- British Larch Cladding - Naturally durable and hardy, British Larch cladding is ideal for exposed, outdoor environments due to its high resistance to decay and weathering.
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European Larch - Known for its attractive grain and warm golden hues, European Larch cladding offers both aesthetic appeal and robust durability, making it suitable for various architectural styles.
- Western Red Cedar - Western Red Cedar has exceptional dimensional stability, meaning it resists warping and shrinking, maintaining its shape even in changing weather conditions.
- British Cedar - Lightweight and easy to work with, British Cedar cladding provides natural resistance to rot and insects, making it low-maintenance and long-lasting.
- Thermowood - Thermowood undergoes a heat treatment process that enhances its durability and stability, making it highly resistant to moisture and rot while being eco-friendly and sustainable.