Decking profile
PAR decking profile
The existing Inflamed page identifies a PAR profile for Spruce and Pine. Confirm dimensions, lengths, fixing and joint details for the individual project.
Fixing method requires project-specific confirmation.
CHARRED TIMBER FOR OUTDOOR LIVING
Shou Sugi Ban Decking
Charred and finished timber decking for terraces, gardens and considered outdoor spaces. Produced in Kaunas and supplied across Europe and around the world.
- Manufactured in Kaunas
- Genuine timber samples
- Project-specific guidance
- International supply
- Technical information available
- Multiple timber finishes
From architecture to landscape
A surface shaped by use and exposure
A terrace connects architecture with the landscape. Timber brings warmth underfoot and creates a natural transition between the building, garden and surrounding materials.
Inflamed produces charred and finished timber boards for decking and exterior flooring applications. Timber species, finish, profile and installation details should be selected according to the project’s exposure, expected use and desired appearance.
Because decking is a horizontal, walked surface, it has different performance and maintenance requirements from wall cladding. Drainage, ventilation, board spacing, surface treatment and regular care all influence long-term performance.
Shou Sugi Ban decking is sometimes described as Shou Sugi Ban outdoor flooring because it extends the visual language of charred timber across terraces and exterior living spaces.
The performance and maintenance requirements of timber decking depend on the selected species, surface treatment, profile, substructure, exposure, drainage, installation and frequency of use.
Outdoor applications
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Only approved uses are presented as suitable. Balconies, poolside surroundings and other demanding locations require project-specific review.
Suitable for decking
Residential terraces
A warm transition between the home, garden and surrounding landscape materials.
Specify timber, surface treatment, profile and build-up for the exposure and expected foot traffic.
Request a quote for this applicationTimber and surface
Choose timber and surface finish
Spruce and Pine are retained from the verified decking range. A finish appears only when its suitability for a horizontal walked surface is approved.
Verified decking timber
Spruce
Spruce is identified on the existing Inflamed decking page. Final profile, treatment and project suitability require confirmation.
Finish choices are awaiting walking-surface approval. Ask for project-specific guidance rather than selecting a cladding finish automatically.
Walking-surface finish approval is required before specification.
Material comparison
Compare appearance and texture
Timber is a natural material. Grain, texture and colour vary between boards and production batches.
Photographic weathering comparisons will appear only when matching dry, naturally weathered or freshly maintained project photographs have been documented. No digital ageing or recolouring is used.
Board detail
Decking profile and support principle
Profile information is shown only after approval for horizontal walked use. Unverified dimensions and fixing systems remain unpublished.
Installation build-up
Follow water. Preserve airflow.
Select a layer to understand its role. Drainage follows the complete water route; ventilation shows the continuous airflow space beneath the boards.
Select or clear any element to study the general relationship between boards, support, airflow and water.
General principle · not an engineering specification
This diagram explains general principles only. Joist size, spacing, foundations, structural loads, drainage, fixing and local compliance must be determined for the individual project.
Installation principles
Drainage, ventilation and fixing guidance
Provide a stable supporting structure suitable for exterior use.
Maintain adequate ventilation beneath the boards and avoid enclosed moisture traps.
Provide free drainage and prevent standing water at boards, joints and perimeter details.
Use consistent board gaps while allowing for natural timber movement.
Use suitable corrosion-resistant fixings approved for the profile and exposure.
Separate timber from soil and preserve access for cleaning, inspection and local repair.
Protect exposed end grain where required by the approved product guidance.
Final structural design and spacing must follow the project specification, applicable standards and local requirements.
View decking installation guidanceWEATHERING AND CARE
Made for use. Designed to evolve.
Decking is exposed to sunlight, rain, dirt and regular foot traffic. Its appearance and maintenance requirements will change according to the timber species, finish, exposure, drainage and intensity of use.
Explore Decking CareClean dirt and debris with methods approved for the selected timber and finish.
Inspect drainage routes, gaps, fixings, board ends and areas beneath furniture or planters.
Address algae and organic deposits before they create persistent damp or unsafe surface conditions.
Local touch-up, board repair or replacement depends on the finish and extent of damage.
Re-oiling intervals are indicative and vary with species, finish, exposure, drainage and foot traffic.
Intervals are indicative, not guaranteed.
MATERIAL SAMPLES
See the surface in natural light
Compare genuine decking samples outdoors and alongside the façade, paving, stone and landscape materials selected for your project.
APPLICATIONS
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Discover how Inflamed charred timber can be used across exterior and interior architectural applications.
CladdingDurable charred timber façades with distinctive depth and texture.
InteriorTactile timber surfaces for walls, ceilings and architectural details.
FencingCharacterful exterior screening and boundary solutions.- DeckingCurrent pageCharred and treated timber selected for outdoor living spaces.
EXPLORE MATERIALS
Explore Accoya® charred timber01What is Shou Sugi Ban decking?
Shou Sugi Ban decking is exterior timber decking whose appearance is created through controlled charring and finishing. Products for horizontal walked surfaces must be selected separately from façade cladding.
02Is Shou Sugi Ban decking the same as Shou Sugi Ban flooring?
The term “Shou Sugi Ban flooring” is sometimes used for exterior timber surfaces, but decking and interior flooring have different technical requirements. This page concerns outdoor decking and terrace applications. Contact Inflamed separately about interior timber surfaces.
03Which timber species are available for decking?
The current Inflamed decking information identifies Spruce and Pine. Confirm the available profile, treatment and project suitability when requesting a quotation.
04Which charred finishes are suitable for walking surfaces?
Only finishes specifically approved for decking should be selected. Finish suitability depends on the timber, treatment, texture and intended use; request project-specific confirmation.
05Can deeply charred timber be used as decking?
A fragile deep-char surface should not be assumed suitable underfoot. Use it only where that specific product has been reviewed and approved for a walked surface.
06Is charred wood decking slippery when wet?
Slip performance varies with surface condition, moisture, contamination, maintenance and testing method. Confirm project-specific requirements before specification. No universal slip classification is claimed.
07What spacing is required between decking boards?
The board gap depends on timber species, board dimensions, moisture, profile, drainage and installation conditions. Follow the approved product and project specification rather than a universal spacing.
08How should timber decking be ventilated?
Provide continuous ventilation beneath the boards, free drainage and perimeter details that do not trap moisture. The complete build-up must suit the site and substructure.
09Which fixings should be used?
Use suitable corrosion-resistant fixings approved for the timber, profile, treatment, substructure and exposure. Exposed or concealed fixing options must be confirmed for the selected product.
10Can charred decking be installed beside a pool?
Poolside suitability is not automatic. It requires project-specific review of the product, slip requirements, drainage, water treatment, structure, maintenance and local compliance.
11How does charred timber decking weather?
Colour and texture evolve with sunlight, rain, use and maintenance. Changes vary between boards and according to species, finish, exposure and drainage.
12How often does decking require cleaning or re-oiling?
Intervals are indicative rather than guaranteed. Inspect regularly and follow guidance for the selected species and finish, accounting for exposure, drainage, dirt and foot traffic.
13Can damaged boards be repaired or replaced?
Local repair or replacement may be possible depending on the profile, fixing method, finish and damage. Retain project and product records so replacement boards can be assessed accurately.
14Can I order decking samples?
Yes. Request genuine samples for products approved for decking and compare them outdoors beside façade, paving, stone and landscape materials.
15Does Inflamed ship decking internationally?
Inflamed produces charred timber in Kaunas and supplies projects across Europe and around the world. Transport and sample-shipping arrangements depend on destination and project requirements.
OUTDOOR PROJECT ENQUIRY
Create an outdoor space with lasting character
Share your approximate area, project drawings, photographs and preferred visual direction. We will help you identify a suitable timber, finish and decking profile.
Inflamed produces charred timber in Kaunas and supplies projects across Europe and around the world.