Residential Applications

Interior Uses

Beautiful exotic hardwoods from Indonesia and Malaysia. A wide range of board sizes, colours and grains are available.

Features are:

• Durable, highly rated on the Janka Hardness Scale
• Works with modern or traditional decor
• Tonal variances from little to lots

Perfect for:

•  Hardwood Flooring
•  Architectural details such as Ceilings, Mouldings
• Staircases, Railings, Panelling, Interior Doors

Decks

Kayu™ hardwoods are priced similar to composite materials. They are equally durable and we think better looking.

Features:

• Durable in harsh weather conditions
• Wide range of natural colours to choose from
• Resistance to moisture and bugs
• Can be left to develop a natural patina, reducing maintenance
• Can be stained to suit the project

Perfect for:

• Decks
• Stairs
• Railings
• Pergolas

Doors

Features:

• Durable, highly rated on the Janka Hardness Scale
• Able to mix species to define specific use areas
• Withstands temperature and moisture extremes

Perfect for:

• Front Entry Doors
• Garage Doors
• Patio Doors

Fences

Exotic hardwoods from Kayu™ can define your exterior space.

Features are:

• Durable in harsh weather conditions
• Wide range of species to choose from
• Resistance to moisture and bugs
• Can be left to develop a natural patina or stained
• Wide range of board sizes to create unique features

Perfect for:

• Fencing
• Gates
• Retaining walls
• Flower Boxes

Siding

Kayu™ hardwood had been used for residential siding across Canada.

Use in Place of:

• Brick
• Vinyl
• Cement Board
• Clapboard

Properties:

• Extremely Hard
• Low Maintenance
• Resists Rot and Insects
• The Natural Beauty of Real Wood

Hardwood Soffits And Fascia

The superior durability and beauty of Kayu™ hardwoods, make them an excellent choice for soffits and fascia on your home or cottage.

The soffit board is tucked away under the fascia board. It is the board that you see under the overhang from street level. Ventilation for hardwood soffits can be provided over the top of the fascia board.

The fascia board runs along the lower edge of the roof. The fascia is fixed directly to the roof trusses. Eaves-trough is attached to the fascia board.

Docks

Kayu™ hardwoods were originally used for cruise ship decks. Enjoy the beauty of a real wood dock, without having to rebuild it in the future. Kayu™ is highly recommended for boat houses and docks.

Use in Place of:

• Composite Wood
• Aluminum Products
• Soft Wood

Properties:

• Extremely Hard
• Low Maintenance
• Water Resistant