Timber Shingles
Thin timber pieces called timber shingles form cladding for walls and roofs. A wood shingle roof changes colour as the timber weathers.Can't find it? Describe what you need and matching suppliers will come to you.
Timber Shingles
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About Timber Shingles products
A timber roof needs a coordinated build-up beneath the visible covering, with underlay and fixings specified for the chosen system. Ventilation and drainage details help manage moisture rather than leaving performance to the timber alone. Alongside roofing considerations, the Timber Shingles category includes products such as Truwood® Thermally Modified Cladding by ITI NZ, which belongs in the wall-cladding discussion rather than being assumed suitable for roofing.
Timber Shingles
A New Zealand project's wind zone and site exposure help determine the fixing specification and junction details. CUTEK® Euro by CUTEK® is also listed here; assess its product guidance against the selected timber when deciding on a finish. Maintenance access deserves attention at the design stage, especially above a steep roof or an upper-storey wall where inspecting the covering will require more than a ladder.
What pitch does a wood shingle roof need?
Use the minimum pitch documented for the selected roofing system rather than a general figure for timber. Have the designer confirm how that limit relates to the roof geometry and drainage details.
How should timber shingles meet window openings?
Keep the shingle courses coordinated with the window head flashing and sill drainage. Ask for a drawn junction detail before installation so that trims do not obstruct water draining from behind the cladding.
Can damaged shingles be replaced individually?
Individual replacement may be possible where the surrounding covering and underlying layers remain sound. Arrange an assessment by an installer familiar with the system, including safe access and a check of nearby fixings.