Mataverde SaferWood Fire Retardant Treated Wood Decking and Lumber

The Challenge: Luxury Design vs. Wildfire Safety

Building in wildfire-prone areas shouldn't mean compromising on aesthetics. For too long, designers and homeowners have been forced to choose between the safety of fire-rated materials and the beauty of a mar-less, appearance-grade finish, natural wood. The same old choices for high-fire zones, fiber cement siding and composite decking, offer some fire resistance. But they often fall short on delivering the high-end, authentic look and feel that truly elevates a luxury design: they limit your design flexibility with limited profiles and sizes. Repetitive patterns and artificial textures can detract from a project's overall appeal and value.

The Solution: Mataverde SaferWood

Mataverde SaferWood is our revolutionary solution to combining unparalleled fire protection with the authentic elegance of real wood with a mar-free finish. Mataverde SaferWood allows you to create breathtaking, high-performance wood siding, wood decking, and wood fencing that not only meet stringent WUI (Wildland-Urban Interface) and IWUI regulations (International Wildland-Urban Interface) but also offer a level of sophistication and natural beauty just not available in synthetic alternatives. Mataverde SaferWood offers beauty and fire resistance like no other.

Why Choose Mataverde SaferWood?

Authentic, High-End Aesthetics: Experience the genuine look and warm feel of real wood, unlike the repetitive patterns and artificial textures of synthetics. Our natural clear vertical graining offers a richer color depth and a finish with incomparable visual appeal when compared to other fire-retardant treated wood on the market
Class A Fire Rating and WUI & IWUI Compliance: Superior fire protection you can trust, meeting the most rigorous safety standards for peace of mind.
Unmatched Durability & Stability: Resists rot, decay, insects, and performs exceptionally in extreme climates, ensuring your investment stands the test of time.
Eco-Friendly & Non-Toxic Thermex-FR® Treatment: Safe for families, pets, and the environment and certified for interior and exterior use. The proprietary treatment process is free from harmful chemicals and is even recyclable.
Contractor-Friendly Workability: Non-toxic, easy to cut, fasten, and install with standard tools, reducing labor costs and simplifying the construction process.
Enhanced Property Value: A solid investment in lasting curb appeal, safety, and a premium aesthetic that sets your project apart.
We Stand Behind It: Mataverde SaferWood carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty for your peace of mind.

Thermex-FR Treatment:

This isn't a surface coating; it's integrated protection.

Discover a unique, ignition-resistant fire treatment that meets or exceeds most stringent safety standards in high-fire risk zones. Mataverde SaferWood features a proprietary, non-toxic treatment - Thermex-FR - that deeply penetrates the wood at the cellular level.

This creates a permanent barrier against fire without compromising the wood's natural integrity or beauty. The fire retardant protection is safe for people & animals, non-leaching, won't wash or flake off, and can be recycled.

Elegant Aesthetic:

Manufactured textures can’t match the natural beauty & depth of real wood.

Experience the authentic beauty of a clear vertical grain, with rich, natural color variation and distinctive grain patterns that only real wood provides. Avoid the flat, repetitive look of fiber cement siding and composite decking. Genuine wood offers warmth, depth, and a timeless appeal

The subtle shifts in tone and character in each board create a truly unique surface. Or, Mataverde SaferWood is paintable and stainable, giving you endless options.

Mataverde SaferWood Fire Resistant Wood Dimensional Lumber

Ready-to-install, Douglas Fir Class A, WUI compliant FRTW (fire retardant treated wood) structural dimensional lumber components offer ideal performance for fire-treated wood blocking, joists, and framing. Suitable for interior applications, too.

Available in 2x6, 2x8, 2x10 dimensional lumber sizes
#2&BTR Douglas Fir
Ideal for exterior joists, framing, blocking, and load-bearing applications.
Provides Class A WUI compliance for structural components.
Approved for interior and exterior use.

Mataverde Fire Resistant Wood Siding

Superior fire protection meets unmatched design flexibility. The Mataverde collection of fire treated siding profiles provide durability and sophisticated visual aesthetics to your projects.

Mataverde SaferWood STK (Select Tight Knot) Western Red Cedar 1x6 T&G, 711R profile, kiln dried after treatment.
Mataverde ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir thermally modified wood 1x6 T&G, 633R1 reversible profile, A&BTR grade with a vertical grain.
Mataverde ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir thermally modified wood 1x6 T&G, Nickel Gap profile, A&BTR grade with a vertical grain.
Mataverde ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir thermally modified wood 1x6 Wood Rainscreen profile, A&BTR grade with a vertical grain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes Mataverde SaferWood unique? A: Mataverde SaferWood is unique because it combines the authentic beauty and workability of real wood with a Class A fire rating through our proprietary, eco-friendly Thermex-FR® treatment. This allows for luxury design in wildfire zones without compromise.

Q: How does Mataverde SaferWood earn a Class A fire rating? A: Our unique Thermex-FR® treatment is a non-toxic, pressure-applied process that deeply impregnates the wood at the cellular level, creating a permanent fire-retardant barrier. This integrated treatment is not a surface coating and will not wash off or degrade over time, ensuring lasting fire protection.

Q: How does Mataverde SaferWood's aesthetic compare to fiber cement? A: Mataverde SaferWood offers the genuine look, warmth, and rich grain patterns of real wood, which fiber cement cannot replicate. Fiber cement often has repetitive, artificial patterns and a less inviting, more sterile appearance. It is also brittle to work with. Mataverde SaferWood provides authentic natural beauty and tactile warmth, plus a resilient strength that keeps it attractive longer.

Q: Is Mataverde SaferWood better than composite for high-end siding? A: Absolutely. While composites offer some durability, they lack the natural beauty, depth of color, and inviting warmth of real wood. Mataverde SaferWood provides genuine real wood graining, richer color depth, and the inherent thermal benefits of wood, making it the superior choice for luxury aesthetics and performance.

Q: What are the benefits of real wood over fiber cement in WUI zones? A: In WUI zones, real wood treated with Thermex-FR® (like Mataverde SaferWood) offers superior aesthetics, natural thermal properties, and easier workability compared to fiber cement. Mataverde SaferWood provides a genuine, high-end look and feel, better impact resistance, and doesn't require specialized tools for cutting, making installation more efficient.

Q: What are the long-term maintenance differences between Mataverde SaferWood and composite decking? A: Both Mataverde SaferWood and high-quality composite decking are low-maintenance. However, Mataverde SaferWood, being real wood, can be refinished or re-stained to refresh its appearance over decades, offering superior longevity and adaptability in appearance. Composites, once faded or damaged, often cannot be restored to their original look and may need full replacement.

Q: How is Mataverde SaferWood more sustainable than composites or fiber cement? A: Mataverde SaferWood is made from 100% real, responsibly harvested wood. Its eco-friendly, non-toxic Thermex-FR treatment is non-leaching and safe for the environment, and the material is recyclable—unlike fiber cement, composites, or other synthetic alternatives.

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