Fire Treated Cedar Siding

It is used to meet restrictive fire performance criteria and or to reduce insurance rates.

Fire treated cedar siding.

Issued esr 1159 formerly er 5851 available from arch wood protection inc. These products have passed the most stringent fire retardant tests mandated by building codes. Cedar siding enhances structural integrity durability and when treated by saferwood is proven to be fire resistant. Effective for lumber plywood logs siding lvl.

Genuine frx frt wood advantages. Next the wood is cured in a kiln to lock the fire retardant into the cells. It is available in 303 plywood sidings and various lap siding patterns in cedar pine and fir. Fire retardant treatment for cedar shakes and shingles there are three different classes of fire retardant treatments available.

Tested class a fire retardant performance for exterior applications. Complies with major building codes. Treated cedar offers a beautiful alternative in areas where a fire rated assembly may be required or for any homeowner who wishes to add durability and peace of mind to their home. The clear western red cedar was fire treated prior to installation on this stunning malibu ca home the process of fire retarding is done by using a vacuum pressure impregnation to remove moisture and air from the wood cells and replace it with thermex fr.

Cedar siding adds distinctive character to any home or structure. Pressure treated cedar roofing is treated with a superior fire retardant which is pressure impregnated into the inner cells of the wood resulting in a permanently fire resistant product. Exterior fire x treated siding is often accepted as an alternate for non combustible siding. Paper wrapped military dye available.

Check with your local building official to determine which class a b or c roof is best suited in your area. Exterior fire x treated wood siding combines the economy and natural beauty of wood siding with the insurance and safety advantages of fire resistant siding.