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UCO DecoWood premium fibre board Robust and rustic appeal with durability

UCO DecoWood, a premium fibre cement board, is UAC’ s latest addition to its wide product portfolio.
WITH A HISTORY that dates back more than half a century, awardwinning UAC Berhad has more than earned the distinction of being Malaysia’ s( and, for that matter, Asia’ s pioneer!) leading manufacturer of building products. Widely used in the building industry by the residential, commercial, institutional, industrial and hospitality sectors at home and in over 50 countries, its comprehensive range of cellulose fibre cement products include patterned, square edge and flush-joint flat boards, smooth and wood-grained planks, Shiplap sidings, and decorative perforated boards that are used as ceilings, partitions, cladding, roof underlay, fascias and eave-linings.
With MS ISO 9002 accreditation in 1994 and MS ISO 9001:2000 in 2004, coupled with state-of-the-art technology and professionals in its manufacturing facilities at Tasek Industrial Estate, Ipoh; UAC building products are hallmarked by assured quality, excellent value, timely delivery and innovation. The company has a notable international presence in the North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Oceania whilst its domestic market is served by a nationwide distribution network.
UCO DecoWood From UAC’ s wide product portfolio, a feature selection is UCO DecoWood. As the name suggests, it is a wood-like fibre cement board where the robustness and rustic appeal of timber is combined with the inherent durability of fibre cement. It is ideal for internal and external applications as ceiling, feature walls, louvres, staircase risers and threads, skirting / cornices and outdoor decking. For the best results, i. e., a long-lasting and natural timber look-alike finish, it is recommended that UCO DecoWood be painted with woodstain paint.
Thickness( mm) Length( mm) Width( mm)
UCO DecoWood- Product sizes 6.0, 7.5, 9.0, 12.0, 15.0, 18.0, 20.0 and 25.0 2400 75, 100, 150, 200, 300
Decking.
Product Features and Advantages Aside from the aesthetics of a natural timber appearance that is pleasing to the eye, UCO DecoWood is defined, firstly, by its durability, i. e., physical properties of resistance against rot and immunity to permanent water damage. It is not affected by termite or other insect / vermin attack, is UV as well as fire-resistant, a building material that does not burn. It complies with the Uniform Building By-Laws. Finally, very much in keeping with UAC’ s corporate culture of social responsibility to the community and the environment, UCO DecoWood is an eco-friendly product.
Product Sizes To cater to various end-uses, UCO DecoWood is available in different thicknesses and widths. For decking, vertical screens and fences, it is recommended to use board thickness of 15mm, 20mm or 25mm. For thinner boards used as ceilings, decorative screens or fencing, louvres; the recommended thicknesses are 7.5mm, 9mm, 12mm. �
Fencing. For more on UCO DecoWood, call UAC Berhad at + 603-77219393 or e-mail sales @ uac. com. my.
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