Woodgrain Aluminium Cladding
Architectural cladding that reads as natural timber but is engineered from non-combustible aluminium - the warmth of a hardwood facade without the rot, the repainting or the bushfire worry.
Woodgrain Aluminium Cladding
Woodonali woodgrain aluminium cladding gives Australian homes, apartments and commercial buildings the look of spotted gum, blackbutt or western red cedar in a panel that will not warp, crack, splinter or feed a fire. The timber appearance is created with a sublimation process that bonds the grain into a baked powder-coat finish, so the colour runs into the surface rather than sitting on top of it.
Because the substrate is aluminium, the panels are roughly a third of the weight of comparable hardwood, span further between fixings and never need oiling or staining. That makes them a practical choice for everything from a single-storey renovation facade to a multi-residential project that has to satisfy the National Construction Code for combustibility.
From your dimensions to a finished cladding job
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Send the basics
Rough coverage, the finish you are leaning toward and your postcode. A real person replies, usually within one business day.
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Quote in AUD
We price your profile, finish and quantities with freight included - no guessing from a per-metre headline that would only mislead.
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Made on our line
Powder-coated, woodgrain sublimated, then cut and packed to your lengths - most orders ship in three to five days.
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Supply or install
Delivered ready to fix, or installed by our team. On big runs the first batch ships early so the trades can start.
Why choose Woodgrain Aluminium Cladding
Non-combustible substrate
Aluminium is rated non-combustible to AS 1530.1, which makes the system suitable for bushfire-prone land and for buildings where compliant external wall materials are mandatory.
Authentic timber look
Sublimated woodgrain finishes replicate real Australian and imported species down to the grain and knot, viewed convincingly at arm's length.
Zero maintenance finish
No oiling, sanding or repainting. A wash with mild detergent once or twice a year keeps the finish looking new.
Dimensionally stable
Aluminium does not absorb moisture, so boards will not cup, swell or pull away from fixings through wet and dry cycles.
Lightweight and fast to fix
Concealed-fix profiles clip together quickly, reducing labour on site and load on the structure.
Long service life
A marine-grade alloy and architectural powder coat are built to last decades, backed by a finish warranty.
Where it is used
- External wall cladding and feature facades
- Entry statements, soffits and eaves linings
- Fences, gates and privacy walls
- Carports, garages and outdoor rooms
- Commercial shopfronts and fitouts
- Balcony and balustrade infill
Specifications
| Material | Marine-grade aluminium alloy |
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| Finish | Sublimated woodgrain over architectural powder coat |
| Fire rating | Non-combustible substrate (AS 1530.1) |
| Profiles | Concealed-fix interlocking boards, multiple widths |
| Maintenance | Periodic wash with mild detergent |
| Warranty | Finish warranty (project dependent) |
Available finishes
Pick the timber look that suits the elevation - every finish shown here can be supplied on cladding.
Spotted Gum
warm mid-brown with subtle grey and chocolate streaks
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Blackbutt
pale golden-brown with a fine, even grain
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Western Red Cedar
rich reddish-brown with soft, straight grain
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Tasmanian Oak
soft straw-blonde with a clean, consistent grain
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Jarrah
deep red to rich russet brown
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Merbau
warm reddish-brown with darker flecks
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Walnut
deep chocolate brown with flowing grain
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Teak
golden honey-brown with a fine grain
View finish ›Pricing cladding
Every job is quoted individually in AUD - profile, finish, quantities and freight all move the number, so a published per-metre price would only mislead. Send the basics and we will give you a figure you can actually build a budget on.
Or call 1300 966 388 and talk it through with the team, 7am–5pm Mon–Fri.
Get a quote in AUD
Common questions
- Does woodgrain aluminium cladding really look like timber?
- Yes. The grain is heat-transferred into the powder coat, so the colour and texture read as natural timber at normal viewing distances. It is the most convincing way to keep a timber aesthetic without the upkeep.
- Is it suitable for bushfire-prone areas?
- The aluminium substrate is non-combustible to AS 1530.1. Final BAL compliance depends on the full wall build-up, so we are happy to talk through your BAL rating and detailing.
- How much maintenance does it need?
- Effectively none beyond cleaning. There is no oiling, staining or repainting - a wash once or twice a year is all the finish needs.
- What does it cost compared with real timber?
- Pricing is competitive with quality hardwood cladding once you factor in the cost of ongoing oiling, repairs and eventual replacement that timber demands. We quote in AUD per square metre for your specific profile and finish.
Planning a woodgrain aluminium project?
Talk to our Australian team for obligation-free advice, samples and pricing in AUD.