Exterior Timber Screening

The best timber for screening is an Australian hardwood species like Blackbutt, Spotted Gum or Western Red Cedar. These timbers offer the best performance in exterior applications, and can last for decades with regular maintenance.

Your design also impacts which timber is the best choice for screening. Blonde timbers such as Hemlock offer a contemporary appeal. Meanwhile, richer timbers like Western Red Cedar offer a touch of timeless elegance.

For something more striking, Modinex also offers charred timber screens. These blackened timbers are highly functional, and they complement modern design tastes effortlessly.

Timber screens are a stunning and versatile design feature. They look fantastic, and they offer a number of key benefits:

• Aesthetic appeal – Timber screens are a stunning design feature that look good both inside and out. They offer linearity and structure that can lend shape to a space, and the natural warmth of timber can elevate any design.
• Privacy – Installing a timber screen is a simple way to create privacy. The spacing between battens can be varied to alter visibility, so screens are effective for privacy in most settings.
• Thermal performance – Timber screens provide shade while still allowing light to pass through the batten spacing. This improves the thermal performance of your building, and can make outdoor areas significantly more comfortable.
• Acoustic performance – Timber is an excellent material for absorbing sound. Installing timber screens can reduce noise transmission and pollution, making them ideal for loud urban settings.

Timber screens can be installed with the battens running vertically or horizontally. In either case, the screen provides privacy, shade and acoustic protection.

The orientation chosen for a timber screen depends on the exact application. In many locations, vertical screens are more effective at providing shade and thermal performance. On the other hand, horizontal screens may offer better privacy.

The maximum spacing between battens on a timber screen depends on the look you want to achieve. For acoustic and privacy screens, spacing of 20mm-50mm is common. For decorative indoor screens that simply provide separation between areas, you could opt for wider spacing of up to 150mm.

The best spacing depends on your design and the functionality of the screen. Speak to the team at Modinex to find out more about our timber screen system and the maximum recommended spacing for your application.

Hardwood timber screens can last for 40+ years when installed outdoors, above ground. Timber species such as Western Red Cedar, Blackbutt and Spotted Gum are all Class 1 timbers. They can last for decades with proper maintenance.

Timber screens can be installed indoors and outdoors. Most screening systems use simple boards or battens to create a beautiful and functional screen. Outdoors, they provide shade, privacy and acoustic protection. When installed indoors, timber screens can serve as a feature wall or functional design element.

You’ll often find timber screens installed on the interior of commercial properties. They are used to create separation in large spaces without making the area feel too closed off. For this application, we recommend increasing the spacing between each batten. This physically separates spaces but still allows for the transmission of light and sound.