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FAÇCADES

THE EXPANDED RANGE EMPOWERS SPECIFIERS TO CREATE NATURE-INSPIRED FAÇADES THAT MEET MODERN FIRE SAFETY, SUSTAINABILITY AND DURABILITY STANDARDS WITHOUT COMPROMISE… Rockpanel Textured Woods

“Suitable for new builds and refurbishments alike, the panels are lightweight,

Façade cladding producer Rockpanel has launched its most tactile and realistic façade solution to date: the Rockpanel Textured Woods collection, a breakthrough that brings the look and feel of natural timber to life, with the lasting performance of stone. Crafted to replicate the fine grain, depth and warmth of real wood, the new Textured designs are so authentic, even professionals may need to look twice, or reach out and touch. The expanded range empowers specifiers to create nature-inspired façades that meet modern fire safety, sustainability and durability standards without compromise. The new Textured Woods portfolio represents more than a design update, it signals material evolution. These engineered surfaces capture the richness and detail of natural timber - down to the grain - while addressing the practical challenges and risks associated with real wood. Specifiers should not have to choose between natural aesthetics and performance. The Textured Woods collection is designed to deliver both - the tactile elegance of real wood combined with the resilience of stone. Part of Rockpanel’s broader Made from Stone offering, the launch of Textured Woods follows the successful introduction of the Textured Stones collection and further reinforces the company’s commitment to designing façade materials that are inspired by nature and built for performance in terms of fire safety, sustainability and durability. The Rockpanel Woods collection encompasses ultra-realistic textured wood grains, weathered looks and

easy to process and compatible with both visible and concealed fixing systems.”

smooth finishes. Suitable for new builds and refurbishments alike, the panels are lightweight, easy to process and compatible with both visible and concealed fixing systems, including the Rockpanel PlankClip. Key benefits: • 25 façade designs 20 textured woods, 2 weathered looks and 3 smooth finishes. • Euroclass A2-s1, d0 fire safety. No need for additional fire treatment/remedies. • Colour stability and resistance to moisture, and warping. • Low maintenance – no need to repaint or treat against algae or fungus. • Cradle to Cradle® Silver certification, with up to 50% recycled content. • Lighter than real timber, can be cut and shaped on site with standard tools.

Rockpanel is made from stone wool derived from basalt, providing a durable, fire-resilient, low-maintenance facade solution. The portfolio offers versatile design options to meet diverse architectural needs including: Rockpanel Colours for vibrant finishes; Rockpanel Metals for sleek metallic, industrial effects; Rockpanel Stones for authentic natural textures; and Rockpanel Chameleon, which subtly shifts colour and tone with the light. Combining visual appeal with long-lasting performance, Rockpanel is ideal for both residential and commercial facades, enabling architects to create striking, sustainable and resilient exteriors.

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