What is Abodo Vulcan?

Abodo Vulcan is New Zealand plantation radiata pine that Abodo thermally modifies with heat and steam on a 230°C schedule, then laminates into VG Lam (laminated vertical grain) boards. Vulcan Cladding contains no wood preservatives, is FSC certified and carries a 25-year Abodo warranty against fungal decay.

What is the difference between Vulcan and Vaaro IR?

Both are thermally modified Abodo timber. Vaaro IR is also pressure-impregnated with a heat-cured fire-retardant resin and tested up to Class A under ASTM E84 (extended), ASTM E2768 and California Chapter 7A standards. Vulcan Cladding has no U.S. fire rating.

Is Vaaro IR the same as Vaaro Fire?

Yes. Abodo sells it as Vaaro Fire outside the U.S. TimberTown offers it as Vaaro IR, for ignition-resistant.

Is Abodo resistant to termites?

Vulcan Decking is treated with Abodo's OPX preservative and rated resistant to termites, with a 25-year warranty against fungal decay and termite attack. Vulcan Cladding has no preservatives, and Abodo recommends treatment in termite zones. Vaaro IR has moderate termite resistance.

How do I maintain Abodo cladding?

Abodo recommends washing the cladding every 12 months and checking it every two summers. Coated boards typically need a fresh coat of Abodo Protector every 2 to 4 years. Left uncoated, Vulcan weathers to a soft silver-gray.

Can TimberTown custom mill Abodo profiles?

Yes. Choose from Abodo's standard siding, soffit and screening profiles, or have TimberTown custom mill a profile to match your design. We can also ProCoat boards in Abodo Protector colors so they arrive install-ready.

Where can I buy Abodo?

TimberTown supplies Abodo Vulcan Cladding, Vulcan Decking and Vaaro IR from its Austin, Atlanta and Nashville locations.

Abodo Cladding & Decking: Vulcan and Vaaro IR

Real wood, modified with only heat and steam.

TimberTown stocks Abodo cladding and decking made from New Zealand plantation pine: stable, decay-resistant Vulcan Cladding, OPX-treated Vulcan Decking and fire-rated Vaaro IR, for projects across Austin, Atlanta, Nashville and the Southeast.

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Modified Product Guide

230°CHeat-and-steam modification
Class 1Durability, EN 350-1
25 yrAbodo warranty against decay

Siding, soffits & screening

Vulcan Cladding

Vulcan is Abodo's thermally modified cladding for homes and light commercial exteriors. Its VG Lam (laminated vertical grain) construction resists cupping and twisting, and it contains no wood preservatives.

Standard profiles

WB12135 × 18 mm · 5.31″ × .71″
WB12180 × 18 mm · 7.09″ × .71″
WB18135 × 18 mm · 5.31″ × .71″
WB18180 × 18 mm · 7.09″ × .71″

Need something different? Our custom milling team can match any siding, soffit or screening profile.

CoatingLeave it natural, or have it ProCoated by TimberTown in Abodo Protector colors
Warranty25 years against fungal decay

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OPX-Treated Decking

Vulcan Decking

Vulcan Decking pairs Abodo's thermal modification with OPX, a Red List-free, azole-based preservative system that includes a water repellent and an insecticide for termite zones. Abodo rates it resistant to wood-boring insects and termites.

Size5/4 x 6 (1″ x 5.5″ actual)
Grade#1 Clear, Semi-VG (semi-vertical grain)
SurfaceS4SE4E: smooth on all four sides, eased edges
TreatmentOPX preservative, suited to termite zones
Warranty25 years against fungal decay and termite attack
InstallStainless steel fasteners

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Fire-rated cladding

Vaaro IR

Vaaro IR is thermally modified Abodo timber pressure-impregnated with a heat-cured fire-retardant resin, so the protection is inside the wood. Use it on multifamily, commercial and wildfire-zone (WUI) facades, soffits and interiors. Abodo sells it as Vaaro Fire outside the U.S.

Standard profiles

TG21137 × 18 mm · 5.39″ × .71″
WB12135 × 18 mm · 5.31″ × .71″
WB18135 × 18 mm · 5.31″ × .71″

FireUp to Class A, ASTM E84 extended (20 min); ASTM E2768; California Ch. 7A tested
Warranty40 years against fungal decay

Class A applies at 18 mm minimum thickness with Abodo Protector. Confirm each fire-rated project with its architect or fire engineer.

Lake Tarawera Holiday Home with uncoated Abodo Vulcan decking and cladding — **Uncoated** Lake Tarawera Holiday Home

Close-up of Abodo Vulcan cladding boards in Protector Natural — **Natural** Board close-up

Sanctum House clad in Abodo Vulcan in Ebony — **Ebony** Sanctum House

Semi Bold cladding detail in Abodo Vulcan Nero — **Nero** Semi Bold

Kiln Lane entry with Abodo Vulcan panelling in Walnut — **Walnut** Kiln Lane

Pottsville Family Home with Abodo Vulcan cladding in Teak — **Teak** Pottsville Family Home

Hawke’s Bay coastal home clad in Abodo Vulcan in Straw — **Straw** Hawke’s Bay Coastal Home

Coatesville Entertainer cottage clad in Abodo Vulcan in Patina — **Patina** Coatesville Entertainer

Omaha House clad in silvered Abodo Vulcan with Sioo:x — **Sioo:x** Omaha House

Kaiteriteri Family Bach pavilion clad in Abodo Vulcan in White — **White** Kaiteriteri Family Bach

Takitimu House gable in Abodo Vulcan cladding in Graphite — **Graphite** Takitimu House

Finishes & colors

Abodo Protector

Leave it natural, or have it ProCoated by TimberTown in Abodo Protector colors, finished on all sides and ready to install. Tap a color to see it on a project.

Clear is also available. Swatches courtesy of Abodo; colors vary with light and grain.

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Waterfront home with a pool and timber deck beneath warm Abodo Vulcan cladding at sunset — Waterfront home

Tall Abodo Vulcan screening battens lit from below along a landscaped garden path — Vulcan screening

Indoor-outdoor living space with a continuous Abodo Vulcan panelled ceiling extending over a covered patio — Panelled ceiling

Good to know

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Project photos courtesy of Abodo Wood. Photography by Robyn Rolton, Matt Westerman, Sam Hartnett, Silvertone Photography, Jiwan Singh, TFAD Pty Limited and others.

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