Designed With Silver in Mind
Why Does Wood Decking Turn Silver?
Designed With Silver in Mind
Tigerwood decking from TigerDeck was chosen to be installed as the primary boardwalk throughout the entire facility. Tigerwood is a species in the Astronium family, and is known as an excellent wood choice for exterior use. With a Wood Durability Rating of 1 from The Wood Database, Tigerwood is extremely durable. When the decking is left to silver, no staining or maintenance is required. Allowing the wood to naturally silver was specified in the architect's design plan. The gray tone adds a modern, minimalistic feel.
The silver color is a result of the natural weathering process of wood. The UV rays from the sun are the biggest cause. Tropical wood species tend to resist this silvering for longer periods than other woods due to their higher oil content, but all woods left untreated will silver.
Nature provides this beautiful silver canvas. Now that time has passed since installation, the deck has weathered to a wonderful patina that blends beautifully with the surrounding area. As Union Station continues to come back to life, the decking will continue to be a durable part of the design for generations to come.
Frequently asked questions
What wood species was used for the Union Station boardwalk decking?+
Tigerwood decking from TigerDeck was installed as the primary boardwalk throughout the entire facility. Tigerwood is a species in the Astronium family and is known as an excellent wood choice for exterior use.
How durable is Tigerwood decking for exterior use?+
Tigerwood has a Wood Durability Rating of 1 from The Wood Database, making it extremely durable. When left to silver, it requires no staining or maintenance.
Why does wood decking turn silver over time?+
The silver color is a result of the natural weathering process of wood, with UV rays from the sun being the biggest cause. All untreated woods will eventually silver.
Do tropical wood species resist silvering?+
Tropical wood species tend to resist silvering for longer periods than other woods due to their higher oil content. However, even tropical woods will silver over time when left untreated.
Why was the Tigerwood deck allowed to weather naturally?+
Allowing the wood to naturally silver was specified in the architect's design plan. The gray tone adds a modern, minimalistic feel and creates a patina that blends with the surrounding area.
Does silvered Tigerwood decking require maintenance?+
No, when Tigerwood decking is left to silver, no staining or maintenance is required. It remains a durable part of the design for generations.