Flame shield® is a specially engineered Modwood board that incorporates a fire-retardant additive. Previously, decking options for bushfire-prone areas were limited, but this has now changed. Flame shield® is suitable for use in BAL-12.5, BAL-19, BAL-29, and BAL-40 areas, offering the appearance and feel of traditional timber decking while providing enhanced fire resistance.
FAQs
YES, MODWOOD DECKING CAN BE USED FOR FASCIA APPLICATIONS. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED TO ENSURE PROPER VENTILATION AND SUPPORT
YES, MODWOOD IS MADE FROM APPROXIMATELY 90% RECYCLED MATERIALS, INCLUDING RECLAIMED WOOD WASTE AND RECYCLED PLASTIC, MAKING IT A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE. ADDITIONALLY, IT DOES NOT REQUIRE STAINING, PAINTING, OR SEALING, FURTHER REDUCING ITS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
YES, YOU CAN COLLECT YOUR MATERIALS FROM FRANZ BUILDING SUPPLIES AT C2/174 BARRINGTON STREET, BIBRA LAKE WA 6163. OUR COLLECTION HOURS ARE MONDAY TO THURSDAY, 7:00 AM TO 4:30 PM, AND FRIDAY, 7:00 AM TO 4:00 PM. TO STREAMLINE THE PROCESS, WE RECOMMEND CONTACTING US IN ADVANCE AT (08) 9434 5775 OR SALES@FRANZBUILDINGSUPPLIES.COM.AU. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR VEHICLE IS SUITABLE FOR SAFE TRANSPORT, ADHERING TO WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ROAD SAFETY REGULATIONS.
NO, MODWOOD DECKING DOES NOT REQUIRE SEALING OR STAINING. HOWEVER, A SEALER CAN BE APPLIED TO AREAS THAT MAY BE PRONE TO HIGH LEVELS OF STAINING, SUCH AS UNDER COVERED SPACES OR ALFRESCO AREAS
YES, LIKE ALL COMPOSITE MATERIALS, MODWOOD EXPANDS AND CONTRACTS WITH TEMPERATURE CHANGES. ADEQUATE SPACING DURING INSTALLATION IS NECESSARY TO ACCOUNT FOR THIS MOVEMENT
