Tigerwood Siding

Tigerwood siding is the ultimate visual statement piece for exterior cladding. No other commercially available siding species offers the dramatic, eye-catching grain pattern of Tigerwood — bold orange-brown tones interlaced with dark brown to nearly black streaks that resemble tiger stripes. When installed on an exterior wall, Tigerwood wood siding creates a facade that draws attention from the street and becomes the defining architectural feature of any home or commercial building.

Beyond its show-stopping appearance, Tigerwood cladding delivers serious durability for an exterior application. At 2,160 lbf on the Janka scale, Tigerwood siding is substantially harder than domestic woods like cedar (350 lbf), redwood (450 lbf), and even white oak (1,360 lbf). The wood naturally resists rot, decay, and insect damage for 40+ years without chemical treatment, and carries a Class A fire rating for building code compliance.

Tigerwood shiplap siding is particularly popular for accent wall applications — a single exterior wall or entryway clad in Tigerwood creates an immediate focal point that elevates the entire property. Even homeowners who choose a different primary siding material often specify Tigerwood for high-visibility accent sections. The dramatic stripe pattern works exceptionally well with modern, contemporary, and transitional architectural styles where bold material choices complement clean design lines.

The color evolution of Tigerwood is part of its charm. Fresh-milled boards display the most vivid orange and dark-stripe contrast. Over the first year, the stripes mellow and the overall tone deepens, creating a rich patina that's uniquely Tigerwood. Oiling preserves the vibrant contrast, while natural weathering produces a silver-gray surface where the stripe pattern remains faintly visible — a subtle texture that many architects find appealing.

Tigerwood exterior cladding pairs beautifully with neutral materials — concrete, glass, blackened steel, and white stucco all serve as excellent backdrops that let the wood's natural pattern take center stage. For rainscreen installations, the open-joint aesthetic of Tigerwood creates a modern, high-end facade with excellent ventilation and moisture management.