KIME / ACCOYA®

KIME Black Charred Accoya® Cladding

Charred, brushed and finished black on acetylated timber. A calm, fine-grained black façade board for projects that want restraint at the surface and certainty in the substrate.

KIME Black charred Accoya cladding boards

Surface character

Surface character

The brushed grain on Accoya® is shallower and more even than on larch, so this is the most disciplined black we produce: texture is present but never dominant.

It stays visually consistent over long runs and wide boards, which matters on flat modern elevations where a strongly figured board would break the plane.

Chosen for architect-led new build, dormers and roof volumes, soffits, and interiors where the same board continues from outside to inside.

Gallery

Gallery

KIME Black Accoya® - full board
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Technical overview

Technical overview

AttributeSpecification
TimberAccoya®
Surface familyKIME
ColourBlack
Thickness20 mm
Widths146 / 196 / 242 mm
Lengths2,400 mm, 3,000 mm, 3,600 mm, 4,200 mm, 4,800 mm
Surface textureBrushed, fine and regular grain relief
InstallationVertical or horizontal
Protective finishProtective oil; pigmented on KIME surfaces
MaintenanceRinse with clean water; re-oil when the surface looks dry.
Lead timeTypically 4-8 weeks for project quantities

Availability may vary according to stock, profile and project quantity. Please contact BAUWN to confirm current availability.

Wood is a natural material. Grain, texture and colour can vary between boards, making every installation unique. Screen settings and lighting may also affect how colours appear.

Profiles

Profiles

Shadow Gap (Z half-lap)

Recommended for exterior

Widths
146 / 196 / 242 mm
Coverage
Approx. 15 mm less than the overall width - a 196 mm board covers 181 mm
Thickness
Per species - see technical overview

Recommended profile for exterior cladding. The board is rebated into a Z section - the top of one edge and the underside of the other - so consecutive boards lap into each other and draw a fine, continuous shadow line across the façade.

PAR

Widths
146 / 196 / 242 mm
Coverage
Equal to the board width when butt-jointed
Thickness
Per species - see technical overview

Planed all round. A straightforward square-edged board for interior linings, joinery, furniture and detailing.

T&G - interior

Widths
146 / 196 / 242 mm
Coverage
Approx. 12 mm less than the overall width
Thickness
Per species - see technical overview

Tongue and groove for interior wall and ceiling linings. Available for interior applications or on request.

Applications

Applications

  • Exterior cladding
  • Coastal and waterside façades
  • Soffits and reveals
  • Doors and joinery surrounds
  • Interior wall lining

Completed projects

Accoya® in Architecture

Explore selected projects created with Accoya® across different BAUWN finishes.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can KIME Black Accoya® be used externally?

Yes. This surface is produced for exterior cladding as well as interior use. We advise the Shadow Gap profile outdoors, installed on a ventilated batten cavity.

Which profile is recommended for exterior cladding?

Shadow Gap. The Z-shaped half-lap rebate lets consecutive boards overlap while the timber moves, keeps the cavity behind ventilated, and gives the façade a controlled shadow line.

Can it be installed vertically and horizontally?

Both orientations are possible. The batten direction and the drainage detail change accordingly; we can supply the relevant detail with your quotation.

Will the colour and texture vary?

Yes. Every board is charred and finished individually, so grain, depth of texture and tone shift slightly across a delivery. That variation is intended.

How should the surface be maintained?

Keep it clean and free of standing debris, and re-oil when the surface begins to look dry. Maintenance frequency depends on orientation and exposure; we give project-specific guidance with each delivery.

Can I order a sample?

Yes. Samples are the fastest way to judge a surface. Order this finish on its own or as part of a curated box.

Can BAUWN manufacture bespoke sizes?

Bespoke widths, thicknesses and profiles are produced on request for project quantities. Send the drawing or specification with your quotation request.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the quotation form. Your species and finish are carried over automatically, so you only add quantity, profile and project details.

Can KIME Black Accoya® be used externally?

Yes. This surface is produced for exterior cladding as well as interior use. We advise the Shadow Gap profile outdoors, installed on a ventilated batten cavity.

Which profile is recommended for exterior cladding?

Shadow Gap. The Z-shaped half-lap rebate lets consecutive boards overlap while the timber moves, keeps the cavity behind ventilated, and gives the façade a controlled shadow line.

Can it be installed vertically and horizontally?

Both orientations are possible. The batten direction and the drainage detail change accordingly; we can supply the relevant detail with your quotation.

Will the colour and texture vary?

Yes. Every board is charred and finished individually, so grain, depth of texture and tone shift slightly across a delivery. That variation is intended.

How should the surface be maintained?

Keep it clean and free of standing debris, and re-oil when the surface begins to look dry. Maintenance frequency depends on orientation and exposure; we give project-specific guidance with each delivery.

Can I order a sample?

Yes. Samples are the fastest way to judge a surface. Order this finish on its own or as part of a curated box.

Can BAUWN manufacture bespoke sizes?

Bespoke widths, thicknesses and profiles are produced on request for project quantities. Send the drawing or specification with your quotation request.

How do I request a quotation?

Use the quotation form. Your species and finish are carried over automatically, so you only add quantity, profile and project details.

See the surface in your own light before you specify it.