Arbor Wood Co.
Arbor Wood Co. is a US producer of thermally modified wood siding, decking, and dimensional lumber
Produced from the abundant North Central forests of the USA, Arbor Wood Co. (AWCo) offers innovative thermally modified timber for a variety of outdoor and indoor applications from housing installations to decorative fixtures and product components. AWCo Thermally Modified Timber (TMT) joins together sustainably harvested wood, and a value added heat modification process, to bring finished TMT goods to a variety of markets and uses. Thermal Modification is a process that replaces the use of chemicals to enhance an inapt wood species performance with heat and steam so it is suitable for a multitude of applications indoors and out. The high heat modifies the cell structure of the wood and makes it highly resistant to rot while greatly reducing expansion and contraction. Through multiple cook temperatures a range of color options within a single species can be achieved without the use of stains. Aesthetically the wood is darkened in color and it brings an unexpected tropical look to more commonly lighter indigenous wood species. Since Thermally Modified wood does not absorb or hold moisture as it would prior to treatment, species that typically do not perform well in outdoor or wet environments can now be used as decking or siding.
10/08/2026
Made here. Built for whatâs next. đşđ¸
At Arbor Wood Co., we believe sustainability starts long before our thermally modified wood reaches a project.
Our timber is responsibly sourced in the USA, and our thermally modified wood is produced here as well. That means a shorter, more resilient supply chainâwhile supporting American forestry, American jobs, and American manufacturing.
For architects, builders, and designers, domestic production also means greater control, more predictable procurement, and confidence in the quality and consistency of the material.
Because sustainable building materials should do more than perform beautifully. They should make sense from sourcing to installation. Read more about why U.S. manufacturing matters at the link in our bio.
10/05/2026
Thermally modified wood may have deep roots in Europe, but its future is global.
Arbor Wood Co. is proud to be the first and only U.S. member of the International ThermoWood Association (ITWA). As an American producer of thermally modified wood, weâre bringing a distinctly American perspective to an international community focused on quality, performance, innovation, and the continued advancement of the industry.
American manufacturing. Global collaboration.
Check out our blog for more on the importance of specifying ThermoWoodÂŽ for your next project.
10/02/2026
That fall Friday feeling - As seasons change, ThermoWoodÂŽ withstands, aging gracefully with time, blending in with the natural environment.
Photo 1: 2017
Photo 2: 2025
Project: Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden Wetland Boardwalk
Architect: Cuningham
09/28/2026
Performance should never come at the expense of beauty.
Our thermally modified wood delivers exceptional durability, dimensional stability, and timeless aestheticsâallowing architects and designers to create with confidence.
Because the best materials donât ask you to compromise.
Project: the huut
Photo: Jon Kreye | Hospitality & Travel Photographer
09/25/2026
Great architecture connects people to nature. The right material helps tell that story.
Let us be a part of your next story. Reach out to our team by visiting us at arborwoodco.com or email us at [email protected]
Feature Project - Iron Ranger by kell.architect(s)
Photo by Troy Thies
09/21/2026
Designed around outdoor living. The Whitfield Road House in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, makes the outdoors part of everyday life. Terraces extend from bedrooms, offices, and living spaces, while a screened porch connects multiple levels of the home and becomes a natural gathering space throughout the year.
Arbor Wood Co. ThermoWoodÂŽ brings warmth, texture, and continuity to the architecture. From cladding, soffits, and screening, natural wood helps blur the line between inside and out, reinforcing the homeâs connection to its landscape.
A home built not simply with outdoor spaces, but around them. See full project at the link in our bio.
Location: Chapel Hill, NCâ¨Architect: Arielle Condoret Schechter â¨Builder: Newphire Building â¨Distributor: Northern South Woodworks LLC
Photos by Elijah Nacita
09/14/2026
Weâre investing in the future of thermally modified wood.đŞľ
Arbor Wood Co. has announced an agreement with Jartek to add a second Jartek thermal modification kiln at our St. Joe, Indiana manufacturing facilityâbringing our total kiln fleet to four. This expansion means more than increased capacity. It strengthens our ability to deliver high-performing, domestically manufactured ThermoWoodÂŽ products with the consistency, quality, and technical expertise our customers expect.
As demand for natural materials that combine beauty with durability, dimensional stability, and long-term performance continues to grow, weâre continuing to invest in the technology and infrastructure needed to serve the North American market.
The future of thermally modified wood is being built here in the U.S. đşđ¸
Read the full announcement at the link in our bio.
09/11/2026
Project Feature: Ravine House - Set against a 15-acre sustainable agroforestry farm in Mocksville, North Carolina, the Ravine House is designed to feel at home in its landscape.
Clad in Arbor Wood Co. thermally modified pine, the home pairs natural material with a distinctly modern aesthetic. The pine claddingâfinished in both natural and black tonesâcreates contrast while allowing the warmth and character of real wood to remain central to the design. Designed and built by ADAMS DesignBuild, Inc. the home sits above the ravine on concrete piers and glulam beams, responding thoughtfully to both the site and its environment.
Natural material. Thoughtful design. Built to perform.
Architecture/Build: ADAMS DesignBuild
Product: Thermally Modified Pine Cladding
Distributor: Northern South Woodworks Northern South Woodworks LLC
Photos courtesy of ADAMS DesignBuild
09/08/2026
Project Feature: Sea Glass - a home shaped by its site, its views, and the natural beauty around it.
Perched along the coastal cliffs of Brookings, Oregon, Sea Glass was designed to frame the endless ocean views while feeling completely at home in its surroundings. The entire residence is clad in Ash ThermowoodÂŽ, finished in Smokey Grey by Cutek â a material palette that echoes the weathered tones of the coast while bringing warmth, texture, and depth to the modern architecture.
See the full project at the link in our bio or by visiting us at arborwoodco.com
Architect: Carlos Delgado Architect
Build: Integrity Builders
Product: Ash Cladding with Smokey Grey CUTEKÂŽ North America
Photos: Cheryl McIntosh of Quanta Collectiv
09/02/2026
Next stop, Los Angeles. đ˛âď¸
Arbor Wood Co. is exhibiting at ASLA 2026, bringing the beauty and performance of thermally modified wood to landscape architects and designers shaping the spaces of tomorrow.
Stop by Booth number 1661 to explore thermally modified wood for decks, boardwalks, outdoor structures, and other landscape applicationsâwhere natural materials meet long-term performance.
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ASLA 2026â¨đ Booth #1661
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6878 CR 62
Duluth, MN
46785
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