Mataverde SaferWood Fire Retardant Treated Wood Decking

Compliance Decking

Simplify your high-fire zone project planning with Mataverde® SaferWood decking. Made from real wood and treated with eco-friendly Thermex-FR, SaferWood offers a robust line of fire-retardant decking that delivers proven durability, ignition resistance, long-term peace of mind, and sustainable performance.

Experience the Mataverde SaferWood advantage—real wood decking improved with advanced, eco-friendly Thermex-FR fire-retardant technology. This ignition-resistant treatment empowers your projects to meet or exceed the strictest fire safety standards, including WUI (Wildland Urban Interface) and IWUI (international Wildland Urban Interface) code requirements.

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Mataverde SaferWood Fire Resistant Wood Decking Options

Create your outdoor space with Mataverde SaferWood FRTW Decking and Posts, in a range of premium wood species and profiles to suit your design:

Mataverde SaferWood STK Western Red Cedar Decking FRTW

Wood Species: Western Red Cedar

Grade: STK (Select Tight Knot)

Appearance: The rustic natural look of real knotty cedar wood

Size: 2x6 nominal decking,actual measurement is 1-1/2" thick and 5-1/2" wide

Treatment: Thermex-FR, kiln dried after treatment.

Installation: Nail down or screw down

Finish: May be painted, stained, or dyed with appropriate finishes

Ideal Use: Residential or commercial decks where the natural rustic beauty of STK Cedar and high fire resistance are required

Mataverde SaferWood Thermally Modified Hemlock Decking FRTW

Wood Species: Western Hemlock (Hem Fir), thermally modified

Grade: C&BTR

Appearance: The lighter toned, refined look of real Western Hemlock wood

Size: 5/4x6 nominal decking, actual measurement is 1" thick and 5-1/2" wide

Treatment: Thermally modified before treatment, Thermex-FR, kiln dried after treatment.

Installation: Nail down or screw down. Screw down method is recommended

Finish: May be painted, stained, or dyed with appropriate finishes

Ideal Use: Residential decks, docks, walkways and rooftop decks where the natural beauty of Western Hemlock is desired, and high fire resistance is required.

Mataverde SaferWood Western Red Cedar 4x4 FRTW Posts

Wood Species: Western Red Cedar

Grade: STK (Select Tight Knot)

Appearance: The rustic natural look of real select tight knot cedar wood

Size: 4x4 nominal posts,actual measurement is 3-1/2" thick and 3-1/2" wide

Treatment: Thermex-FR, kiln dried after treatment.

Installation: Nail down or screw down

Finish: May be painted, stained, or dyed with appropriate finishes

Ideal Use: Posts for decks or fences where the rustic natural beauty of STK Cedar is desired, and high fire resistance is required. Approved for ground contact.

Why Choose Mataverde® SaferWood Fire-Retardant Treated Wood?

For projects demanding the highest level of fire safety, Mataverde® SaferWood provides comprehensive protection, and peace of mind. It is the only fire retardant treated real wood that safely meets all the following criteria. Here's why you can trust it:

Established Verified Compliance:

Mataverde Saferwood fire-retardant treated wood is IWUIC compliant per ICC-ES, ESR-1159 & ESL-1021. See and download the ICC-ES Report here.
Meets stringent California Chapter 7A WUI requirements for ignition resistance.
Passed the OSFM California 10-year outdoor weathering test, providing documented durability over the long term.
Classified as ignition resistant

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Mataverde SaferWood Decking Delivers Beauty, Durability and Versatility

When you're looking for fire resistant decking wood, you need more than just protection, you need performance and versatility. That's exactly what Mataverde SaferWood with Thermex-FR brings to the table. In many fire-prone areas, Mataverde SaferWood can help reduce your property insurance costs.

Mataverde SaferWood meets high standards, giving you a material that's not only structurally sound but also adaptable to your design vision. Think of it as wood that's ready to fit seamlessly into any architectural plan, offering both safety and style.

Impressive Performance:

Kiln-dried after treatment for dimensional stability, reduced moisture content and long term durability.
Highly Stable, delivers dependable structural integrity for consistent, reliable performance.
Suitable for a wide range of exterior applications from backyard decks to rooftop decks to commercial projects of all types.

Design Flexibility:

Works seamlessly with standard construction methods and detailing.
Accepts a variety of finishes, including paints, stains, and dyes.
Choose the colors and tones that meet your design scheme.

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Mataverde SaferWood Fire Retardant Treated Lumber Advantages

When it comes to fire treatments for wood. Fire Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW), you might be wondering, "Aren’t all fire-resistant wood treatment options the same?" The short answer is, No. But the differences are crucial to know.

Compare typical fire retardant treatments to Mataverde SaferWood with Thermex-FR:

Surface Only Fire-Retardant Wood Treatments

Many of the fire-retardant treatments only coat the surface, offering limited protection. This type of treatment works for interior use only. Surface-only treatments will wash or ‘shed’ off over a short period of time, when used outdoors.

FRTW (Fire-Retardant Treated Wood) Penetrating Treatment

Lumber labeled “FRTW” indicates it has been treated at the factory under pressure, penetrating the fire retardant deep into the wood material. This method provides longer lasting and more thorough protection of the wood.

Mataverde SaferWood is FRTW certified lumber, pressure-treated with Thermex-FR—an innovative, non-toxic fire retardant engineered for superior protection. Only a few fire retardant treatments can be used outdoors. Mataverde SaferWood has the best looking and cleanest appearance of them all.

The Thermex-FR Fire-Retardant Wood Treatment Advantage

Mataverde SaferWood with Thermex-FR:

is a proprietary, non-toxic, and non-leaching formulation.
a one-time factory treatment that is permanent, penetrating to the cellular level of the wood.
is non-corrosive and very resistant to decay and insect infestation.

This is where Mataverde SaferWood with Thermex-FR truly shines; Thermex-FR is recognized as a top-tier example of effective FRTW. It is a permanent, non-toxic, ignition resistant, fire-retardant treatment that penetrates to the wood cellular level, and will not wash or shed off. Plus, because it uses no toxic chemicals, Mataverde SaferWood is sustainable and recyclable.

If you’re an architect or builder working in wildfire-prone areas, material selection is critical to the safety and durability of your projects. Mataverde SaferWood stands apart as a proven, reliable solution—not just another fire-treated wood. With Thermex-FR fire retardant treatment, Mataverde SaferWood helps your designs meet demanding fire safety codes like WUI (Wildland Urban Interface) and IWUI (international Wildland Urban Interface), while maintaining structural strength and visual appeal over time. When you choose Mataverde SaferWood, you deliver both exceptional protection and lasting quality your clients can trust.

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