TECHNICAL LIBRARY

VENTILATED THERMOWOOD® FAÇADE SYSTEM

VENTILATED TIMBER CLADDING WITH PIR INSULATION

Ventilated timber façade build-up with five numbered callouts identifying the structural wall, PIR façade insulation, timber battens, ventilated cavity and ThermoWood® cladding. 1 2 3 4 5
1. Structural wall substrate; 2. PIR façade insulation; 3. Timber battens; 4. Ventilated cavity; 5. ThermoWood® cladding

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

The ventilated ThermoWood® façade combines external insulation, a timber substructure and durable thermally modified cladding. The drained cavity protects the wall and supports airflow.

Verify substrate, height, wind, fire, openings and fixings for the project.

WHY ECOVIVA

  • Independent renovation guidance
  • Local Mallorca expertise
  • Project-specific technical verification
  • One point of contact from concept to completion

FIVE-PART VENTILATED TIMBER FAÇADE BUILD-UP

  1. 1

    Structural wall substrate

    Prepared masonry or concrete wall supporting the complete façade system.

  2. 2

    PIR façade insulation

    High-performance rigid insulation reducing heat transfer through the external wall.

  3. 3

    Timber battens

    Durable timber substructure creating the ventilated cavity and supporting the cladding.

  4. 4

    Ventilated cavity

    Continuous drainage and airflow space behind the external timber finish.

  5. 5

    ThermoWood® cladding

    Thermally modified timber finish providing stability and natural architectural character.

KEY TECHNICAL PRINCIPLES

VENTILATION AND DRAINAGE

Keep the base-to-top cavity open for continuous airflow and drainage.

MOISTURE MANAGEMENT

Use a suitable vapour-open breather membrane and correctly detailed openings.

DURABLE SUBSTRUCTURE AND FIXINGS

Select exterior-grade battens and corrosion-resistant fixings for loads and coastal exposure.

MOVEMENT AND DETAILING

Allow timber movement; coordinate openings, corners and closures.

ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS

  • ThermoWood® cladding profile

    ThermoWood® cladding profile

    Thermally modified exterior timber profile.

  • Timber batten

    Timber batten

    Substructure forming the ventilation and drainage cavity.

  • Stainless-steel screw

    Stainless-steel screw

    Corrosion-resistant exterior façade fixing.

  • Breather membrane

    Breather membrane

    Water-resistant and vapour-open protective layer.

  • Ventilation insect mesh

    Ventilation insect mesh

    Protects cavity openings while maintaining airflow.

  • PIR insulation

    PIR insulation

    High-performance rigid thermal insulation.

FAÇADE DESIGN OPTIONS

Classic HorizontalCalm horizontal timber appearance.
Vertical Shadow GapModern vertical rhythm with dark joints.
Mixed WidthVaried board widths for a dynamic façade.
Triple Profile 3DNarrow ribs creating depth and shadow.
Block Profile 3DDeeper relief and stronger expression.
Silver Grey WeatheredNatural ageing to a soft grey patina.

KEY BENEFITS

  • Durable, dimensionally stable timber
  • Ventilated moisture-management strategy
  • Improved external thermal performance
  • Warm natural architectural appearance
  • Low-maintenance untreated ageing option
  • Renewable wood-based façade material

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

  • Residential façades
  • Villas and holiday homes
  • Entrance features
  • Garden and boundary walls
  • Pool houses
  • Selected commercial buildings

NATURAL COLOUR EVOLUTION

Newly installed
Early weathering
Developing grey
Silver-grey patina

Untreated ThermoWood® naturally develops a silver-grey surface. Appearance varies with exposure, detailing and maintenance.