--- title: Technical Resources Directory description: One place for architects and contractors to find technical information on wood decking, rainscreen siding, thermally modified and fire treated wood, more. image: https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/FSC%20Machiche%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Siding%20Using%20the%20Climate-Shield%20System%20at%20UCSB(600%20x%20300%20px).jpg --- - [Pinterest ](https://www.youtube.com/user/mataverde1) - [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com) ![Mansfield Elementary Ipe Wood Rainscreen Siding - Back Facade Window Wall - large-2](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mansfield%20Elementary%20Ipe%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Siding%20-%20Back%20Facade%20Window%20Wall%20-%20large-2.jpg?width=800&height=400&name=Mansfield%20Elementary%20Ipe%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Siding%20-%20Back%20Facade%20Window%20Wall%20-%20large-2.jpg) # Mataverde Resource Library: Data Sheets, Guides, & Fire Ratings Access technical data sheets, WUI certifications, Class A fire ratings, and installation guides for Mataverde decking and wood siding, Trespa Pura NFC, and design portfolios [ Technical Data ](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/resources#technical-data) Compliance & Safety Fire-Rated Wood Pura NFC by Trespa Installation & Care Decking & Siding Design ## Welcome to the Mataverde Resource Library This comprehensive library provides architects, builders, and homeowners with necessary documentation needed for successful exterior design projects. From technical specifications and fire-rating compliance to detailed installation guides and design inspiration, you'll find it here. Don't see the answer to your question? [Contact us ](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/contact-us)we are happy to find you the answer.    ![Matavere Wood Rainscreen Siding with FSC Machiche rainscreen and the CLimate-Shield Rainscreen System installation](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FSC%20Machiche%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Siding%20Using%20the%20Climate-Shield%20System%20at%20UCSB(600%20x%20300%20px).jpg?width=600&height=300&name=FSC%20Machiche%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Siding%20Using%20the%20Climate-Shield%20System%20at%20UCSB(600%20x%20300%20px).jpg "Matavere Wood Rainscreen Siding with FSC Machiche rainscreen and the CLimate-Shield Rainscreen System installation") ## **Technical Specifications &** ## **Wood Species Data ** Access all essential technical documents, including detailed fact sheets and comparative charts, to help you select the most appropriate Mataverde wood species based on required performance metrics and aesthetics.   ###  Guide to How Exterior Woods Weather  ![PDF image guide to how woods weather](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg?width=200&height=258&name=PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   ### Exterior Wood Acclimation: Critical Guidelines [![Page Icon Critical Acclimation Guidelines for Exterior Hardwoods PDF](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Page%20Icon%20Critical%20Acclimation%20Guidelines%20for%20Exterior%20Hardwoods%20PDF.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Page%20Icon%20Critical%20Acclimation%20Guidelines%20for%20Exterior%20Hardwoods%20PDF.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/docs/helpful_tips_for_proper_acclimation_of_hardwood_siding_and_decking_materials.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   ##  Exterior Woods Care & Maintenance Guide [![Resource page icon Pdf exterior wood care & maintenance](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20page%20icon%20Pdf%20exterior%20wood%20care%20%26%20maintenance.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20page%20icon%20Pdf%20exterior%20wood%20care%20%26%20maintenance.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/helpful_tips_for_proper_acclimation_of_hardwood_siding_and_decking_materials.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   ### Preventing Checking & Cracking in Timber  [![Resource icon Preventing Checks and Cracking in Timber PDF](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20icon%20Preventing%20Checks%20and%20Cracking%20in%20Timber%20PDF.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Preventing%20Checks%20and%20Cracking%20in%20Timber%20PDF.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Technical%20Bulletin%20-%20Checks%20and%20Cracks%20in%20Large%20Timbers.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   ### Exterior Hardwood: Finishing Options [![Resource Icon Finishing Options for Exterior Hardwoods](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Finishing%20Options%20for%20Exterior%20Hardwoods.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Finishing%20Options%20for%20Exterior%20Hardwoods.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Wood%20Species%20mechanical%20and%20finishing%20properties.jpg)*Click on image to view and download PDF *   ### Mataverde Glossary of Terms [![Resource Icon Glossary of Terms](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Glossary%20of%20Terms.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Glossary%20of%20Terms.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hub/112655/file-16743416-pdf/docs/installguide.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF* --- ### **Key Facts for Mataverde Wood: Individual Data Sheets** View and download data sheets providing technical attributes, performance ratings, and physical properties for Mataverde hardwood or thermally modified wood species.     Ipe Wood Decking & Siding Data Sheet ![Resource icon PDG Finishing Options for Ipe and other Hardwoods from Mataverde](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20icon%20PDG%20Finishing%20Options%20for%20Ipe%20and%20other%20Hardwoods%20from%20Mataverde.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20PDG%20Finishing%20Options%20for%20Ipe%20and%20other%20Hardwoods%20from%20Mataverde.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Garapa Wood Decking & Siding Data Sheet ![PDF image guide to how woods weather](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg?width=200&height=258&name=PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Jatoba Wood Decking Data Sheet ![PDF image guide to how woods weather](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg?width=200&height=258&name=PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Cumaru Wood Decking & Siding Data Sheet  ![PDF image guide to how woods weather](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg?width=200&height=258&name=PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Santa Maria Wood Decking Data Sheet ![PDF image guide to how woods weather](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg?width=200&height=258&name=PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Massaranduba Wood Decking Data Sheet ![PDF image guide to how woods weather](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg?width=200&height=258&name=PDF%20image%20guide%20to%20how%20woods%20weather.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF* --- ### ** Where can I find Wood Species, Decking, & Siding Comparison Charts?   ** Utilize our side-by-side comparison charts to quickly evaluate the technical differences between various species and materials for both decking and siding applications.   Mataverde Thermally Modified Hemlock vs Non-Modified Hemlock and Western Red Cedar [![Mechanical Properties Mataverde ThermaWood Thermally Modified Hemlock vs Non-Modified Hemlock and Western Red Cedar](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Mechanical%20Properties%20Mataverde%20ThermaWood%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20vs%20Non-Modified%20Hemlock%20and%20Western%20Red%20Cedar.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Mechanical%20Properties%20Mataverde%20ThermaWood%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20vs%20Non-Modified%20Hemlock%20and%20Western%20Red%20Cedar.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Chart%20to%20Compare%20Thermally%20modified%20Hemlock%20to%20non-modified%20hemlock%20and%20WR%20Cedar.jpg)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Wood Decking Material Hardness Comparison Chart   [![Ipe Wood vs Jatoba Wood Hardness Comparison Chart](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Ipe%20Wood%20vs%20Jatoba%20Wood%20Hardness%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Ipe%20Wood%20vs%20Jatoba%20Wood%20Hardness%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/images/decking-hardness-chart.webp) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Exterior Hardwoods Mechanical Properties Comparison Chart ![Exterior Hardwood Lumber Mechanical Properties Comparison](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Exterior%20Hardwood%20Lumber%20Mechanical%20Properties%20Comparison.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Exterior%20Hardwood%20Lumber%20Mechanical%20Properties%20Comparison.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Wood Decking Species Comparison Chart [![Popular Wood Decking Material Comparison Chart](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Popular%20Wood%20Decking%20Material%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Popular%20Wood%20Decking%20Material%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Wood%20Decking%20Species%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg)*Click image to view and download image*   Pura NFC Siding vs Composite Wood Siding   ![Resource Icon Pura NFC Siding vs Composite Wood](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Pura%20NFC%20Siding%20vs%20Composite%20Wood.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Pura%20NFC%20Siding%20vs%20Composite%20Wood.jpg) *Click image to view and download image*   Ipe Wood vs Jatoba Wood Mechanical Properties [![Resource Icon Ipe Wood vs Jatoba Wood Hardness Comparison Chart](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Ipe%20Wood%20vs%20Jatoba%20Wood%20Hardness%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Ipe%20Wood%20vs%20Jatoba%20Wood%20Hardness%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Ipe%20vs.%20Jatoba%20mechanical%20properties.jpg) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Types of Wood Siding Comparison Chart ![Resource Icon Wood Siding Species Comparison Chart](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Wood%20Siding%20Species%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Wood%20Siding%20Species%20Comparison%20Chart.jpg) Click on image to view and download PDF             ## Fire-Resistance Certifications Find official fire rating certifications for Mataverde products crucial for meeting local fire codes. ![Mataverde SaferWood fire retardant treated wood (FRTW) ThermaWood FR premium wood vertical siding, stained, on the San Francisco Bay](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mataverde%20SaferWood%20fire%20retardant%20treated%20wood%20(FRTW)%20ThermaWood%20FR%20premium%20wood%20vertical%20siding%2c%20stained%2c%20%20on%20the%20San%20Francisco%20Bay%20600x300.jpg?width=600&height=300&name=Mataverde%20SaferWood%20fire%20retardant%20treated%20wood%20(FRTW)%20ThermaWood%20FR%20premium%20wood%20vertical%20siding%2c%20stained%2c%20%20on%20the%20San%20Francisco%20Bay%20600x300.jpg "Mataverde SaferWood fire retardant treated wood (FRTW) ThermaWood FR premium wood vertical siding, stained, on the San Francisco Bay") ### ** Fire-Rated Wood Compliance and Listings   ** This section contains all required documentation for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) compliance and naturally Class A fire-rated wood products to ensure safety and code compliance.   IWUI Listing for Mataverde SaferWood Fire Retardant Treated Wood [![Resource Icon ICC-ES IWUI Mataverde SaferWood](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20ICC-ES%20IWUI%20Mataverde%20SaferWood.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20ICC-ES%20IWUI%20Mataverde%20SaferWood.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/ESR-1159%20WUI%20Evaluation-June%202021%20Mataverde%20Fire%20Retardant%20Lumber.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Cal Fire WUI Listing for Mataverde Hardwood Decking & Siding [![Resource Icon Cal Fire WUI Mataverde Hardwoods](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Cal%20Fire%20WUI%20Mataverde%20Hardwoods.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Cal%20Fire%20WUI%20Mataverde%20Hardwoods.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hub/112655/file-205194835.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*     Class A Fire Rating for Ipe Hardwood [![Resource Icon Class A Ipe Wood](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20Ipe.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20Ipe.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hub/112655/file-30939711.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Class A Fire Rating for Cumaru Hardwood [![Resource Icon Class A Cumaru](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20Cumaru.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20Cumaru.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hub/112655/file-30939700.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Class A Fire Rating for Jatoba Hardwood [![Resource Icon Class A Jatoba](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20Jatoba.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20Jatoba.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde-Jatoba-E84-010517.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Class A Fire Rating for FSC Machiche Hardwood [![Resource Icon Class A FSC Machiche](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20FSC%20Machiche.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Class%20A%20FSC%20Machiche.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hub/112655/file-30939701.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF* --- ### ** Thermally Modified Wood Specifications  ** Access technical documents detailing the performance, quality standards, and installation requirements for ThermaWood Hem-Fir and Thermowood Ash products. #### ThermaWood Hem-Fir & ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir   ThermaWood Hem-Fir Installation & Care   [![Resource icon Mataverde SaferWood ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir Siding and Decking 2-page flyer](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%20FR%20Hem-Fir%20Siding%20and%20Decking%202-page%20flyer.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%20FR%20Hem-Fir%20Siding%20and%20Decking%202-page%20flyer.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20FR%20Fire%20Retardant%20Treated%20Lumber%20with%20Thermex%20Brochure.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   ThermaWood Hem-Fir 1-Page Brochure [![Resource Icon Mataverde SaferWood ThermaWood 1-pg Brochure](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%201-pg%20brochure%20Brochure.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%201-pg%20brochure%20Brochure.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20THERMAWOOD%20HEM%20FIR%20Brochure.pdf) Click on image to view and download PDF   ThermaWood FR with Thermex-FR Siding and Decking 2-Page Flyer [![Resource Icon Mataverde SaferWood ThermaWood FR with Thermex-FR Siding and Decking 2-Page Flyer](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%20FR%20with%20Thermex-FR%20Siding%20and%20Decking%202-Page%20Flyer.jpg?width=200&height=259&name=Resource%20Icon%20Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%20FR%20with%20Thermex-FR%20Siding%20and%20Decking%202-Page%20Flyer.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20FR%20Fire%20Retardant%20Treated%20Lumber%20with%20Thermex%20Brochure.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   ThermaWood Hem-Fir Installation & Care [![Resource Icon ThermaWood Hem-Fir Installation and Care](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20ThermaWood%20Hem-Fir%20Installation%20and%20Care.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20ThermaWood%20Hem-Fir%20Installation%20and%20Care.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20Therma%20Wood%20Decking%20Installation,%20Care%20and%20Maintenance%20Guidelines.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Comparison Chart: Thermally Modified Hemlock vs Kiln Dried Hemlock [![Resource Icon Comparison Chart Thermally Modified Hemlock to Kiln Dried Hemlock from USDA](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Comparison%20Chart%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20to%20Kiln%20Dried%20Hemlock%20from%20USDA.jpg?width=201&height=261&name=Resource%20Icon%20Comparison%20Chart%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20to%20Kiln%20Dried%20Hemlock%20from%20USDA.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Compare%20Thermally%20modified%20Hemlock%20to%20KD%20Hem%20Fir%20mechanical%20properties%20chart.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Comparison Chart: Thermally Modified Hemlock vs Western Red Cedar [![Resource Icon Comparison Chart Thermally Modified Hemlock to Western Red Cedar from USDA](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20Icon%20Comparison%20Chart%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20to%20Western%20Red%20Cedar%20from%20USDA.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20Icon%20Comparison%20Chart%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20to%20Western%20Red%20Cedar%20from%20USDA.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Compare%20Thermally%20Modified%20Hemlock%20to%20KD%20Western%20Red%20Cedar.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF* #### Thermowood Ash Decking and Siding   Thermowood Ash Decking & Cladding Technical Data Sheet [![Resource icon Mataverde Thermowood Ash Technical Data Sheet.jpg](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Technical%20Data%20Sheet.jpg.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Technical%20Data%20Sheet.jpg.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20ThermoWood%20Technical-Data-Sheet.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Thermowood Ash Decking & Cladding Quality Definitions [![Resource icon Mataverde Thermowood Ash Decking and Cladding Quality Definitions](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Decking%20and%20Cladding%20Quality%20Definitions.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Decking%20and%20Cladding%20Quality%20Definitions.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/ThermoWood%20Exterior%20Products%20Quality%20Definitions.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Thermowood Ash Decking & Cladding Technical Handbook [![Resource icon Mataverde Thermowood Ash Technical Handbook](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Technical%20Handbook.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Technical%20Handbook.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20ThermowoodTechnical%20Handbook.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF* --- ### ** Sustainability and Environmental Certifications    ** Review official papers and documentation related to the sustainable sourcing, manufacturing, and environmental impact of Mataverde and Trespa products.   Article: Buy Machiche and Help Save The Forests [![Resource icon Article Buy Machiche and Help Save The Forests PDF](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Article%20Buy%20Machiche%20and%20Help%20Save%20The%20Forests%20PDF.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Article%20Buy%20Machiche%20and%20Help%20Save%20The%20Forests%20PDF.jpg) ](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/PDF%20Buy%20Machiche%20and%20Help%20Save%20The%20Rainforest.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) [![REsouorce icon Forest Steward Council Certification information](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/29.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=29.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/environmental-preservation#FSCcertification) *Click on image to go to information*   The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources(IBAMA)[![Resource icon The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/28.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=28.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/environmental-preservation#Ibama) *Click on image to go to information*   * *   Rainforest Alliance [![Resource icon rainsforest alliance](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20rainsforest%20alliance.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20rainsforest%20alliance.jpg) ](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/environmental-preservation#Rainforest_Alliance)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification [![Resource Icon Mataverde PEFC information](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20PEFC.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20PEFC.jpg) ](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/environmental-preservation#PEFC)*Click on image to view and download PDF*       ![Mataverde Ipe Rooftop Deck Installation with Eurotec Deck System Under Construction](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ipe%20Rooftop%20Deck%20Installation%20Under%20Construction%20600x300.jpg?width=600&height=300&name=Ipe%20Rooftop%20Deck%20Installation%20Under%20Construction%20600x300.jpg "Mataverde Ipe Rooftop Deck Installation with Eurotec Deck System Under Construction") ## **Installation and Maintenance Best Practices **  Download step-by-step guides, checklists, and watch videos covering preparation, installation techniques, finishing, and long-term care for all decking and siding systems. ### **Exterior Wood Installation and Care Guides  ** Professional resources covering proper wood acclimation, lumber dimension options, finishing options, and essential long-term maintenance practices. ### ![Climate-Shield Logo 600x100](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Climate-Shield%20Logo%20600x100.jpg?width=342&height=57&name=Climate-Shield%20Logo%20600x100.jpg)Climate-Shield Wood Rainscreen Siding System   Builders Tool Kit Checklist for Climate-Shield Wood Rainscreen Siding Installation [![Resource icon Horizontal Installation Guide for Trespa Pura NFC CST1 Rainscreen Siding](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20Siding.png?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20Siding.png)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Builders%20Tool%20Kit%20Checklist%20for%20Climate-Shield%20Rain%20Screen%20Installation.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Trespa Pura NFC Case Study: Climate-Shield CST1 System Siding Installation vs the Furring Strips [![Resource icon Trespa Pura NFC Case Study Compare Climate-Shield CST1 System Siding Installation vs the Furring Strip Method](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20Case%20Study%20Compare%20Climate-Shield%20CST1%20System%20Siding%20Installation%20vs%20the%20Furring%20Strip%20Method.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20Case%20Study%20Compare%20Climate-Shield%20CST1%20System%20Siding%20Installation%20vs%20the%20Furring%20Strip%20Method.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/CASE%20STUDY%20Compare%20Climate-Shield%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20System%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20installation.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Climate-Shield CS2 Wood Rainscreen Outside Corner Assembly and Installation Guide [![Climate-Shield CS2 Wood Rainscreen Outside Corner Assembly and Installation Guide](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Climate-Shield%20CS2%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Outside%20Corner%20Assembly%20and%20Installation%20Guide.jpg?width=200&height=259&name=Climate-Shield%20CS2%20Wood%20Rainscreen%20Outside%20Corner%20Assembly%20and%20Installation%20Guide.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Climate-Shield%20CS2%20Vertical%20Wood%20Outside%20Corner%20Assembly%20and%20Installation%20Guidelines.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Climate-Shield Horizontal Installation Guide for CS2 and CSZ Z-Girt  [![Resource icon Climate-Shield Horizontal Installation Guide for CS2 and CSZ Z-Girt](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Climate-Shield%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20CS2%20and%20CSZ%20Z-Girt.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Climate-Shield%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20CS2%20and%20CSZ%20Z-Girt.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Climate-Shield%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guidelines%20with%20CS2%20and%20Z-Girts.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF* ### Climate-Shield CST1 Siding System for Trespa Pura   Horizontal Installation Guide for Trespa Pura NFC CST1 Rainscreen Siding [![Resource icon Horizontal Installation Guide for Trespa Pura NFC CST1 Rainscreen Siding](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20Siding.png?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20Siding.png)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Climate-Shield%20-%20Trespa%20Pura%20Horizontal%20Installation%20Guidelines%20Over%20Plywood.pdf)*Click on image to view and download PDF*   Vertical Installation Guide for Trespa Pura NFC CST1 Rainscreen Siding [![Resource icon Vertical Installation Guide for Trespa Pura NFC CST1 Rainscreen Siding](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Vertical%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20Siding.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Vertical%20Installation%20Guide%20for%20Trespa%20Pura%20NFC%20CST1%20Rainscreen%20Siding.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Climate-Shield%20-%20Trespa%20Pura%20Vertical%20Installation%20Guidelines%20Over%20Plywood.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF*   Thermowood Ash Decking & Cladding Technical Handbook [![Resource icon Mataverde Thermowood Ash Technical Handbook](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resource%20page%20icons/Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Technical%20Handbook.jpg?width=200&height=260&name=Resource%20icon%20Mataverde%20Thermowood%20Ash%20Technical%20Handbook.jpg)](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hubfs/Mataverde%20ThermowoodTechnical%20Handbook.pdf) *Click on image to view and download PDF* ![Mataverde SaferWood ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir fire resistant wood siding and soffits shown on the exterior and interior of a home rebuilt after a wildfire in Northern California 600x300](https://www.mataverdedecking.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%20FR%20Hem-Fir%20fire%20resistant%20wood%20siding%20and%20soffits%20shown%20on%20the%20exterior%20and%20interior%20of%20a%20home%20rebuilt%20after%20a%20wildfire%20in%20Northern%20California%20%20600x300.jpg?width=600&height=300&name=Mataverde%20SaferWood%20ThermaWood%20FR%20Hem-Fir%20fire%20resistant%20wood%20siding%20and%20soffits%20shown%20on%20the%20exterior%20and%20interior%20of%20a%20home%20rebuilt%20after%20a%20wildfire%20in%20Northern%20California%20%20600x300.jpg "Mataverde SaferWood ThermaWood FR Hem-Fir fire resistant wood siding and soffits shown on the exterior and interior of a home rebuilt after a wildfire in Northern California 600x300") ## ** Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ** Quick access to the most common questions regarding the properties, performance, and maintenance of Mataverde products and installation systems. --- ## ** About This Resource Directory (Page FAQ)  ** ### **Q. *What types of documents are available in this resource library?*** **Answer: **This directory contains technical data sheets (PDFs), fire rating compliance documents, detailed installation guides (for decking, TNG, and rainscreen siding), project portfolios, and design eBooks. ### ** Q. *How are the resources on this page organized?*** **Answer: **Resources are organized into five primary categories: Technical Specifications (Section I), Compliance and Safety (Section II), Installation and Maintenance (Section III), Project Inspiration (Section IV), and Product FAQs (Section V). ### ** Q.* Where can I find information on the environmental status of Mataverde products?*** **Answer: **All sustainability and environmental compliance certifications, including documents for Trespa Pura NFC, are located in the Environmental and Safety Documentation (Section II.C). 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