Specialist resource

Appearance studio

Explore an appearance direction

Move between warmer and more muted tones to discuss a visual preference. This is a digital colour study, not a prediction of a wood species or elapsed exposure.

Muted tone 45%

WarmSoftenedSilver

Compare physical samples in the intended setting before choosing a product or finish.

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Exterior timber scene used for a digital appearance study

VISUAL REFERENCE

One elevation, three observation zones

Conceptual exposure map, not a colour forecast. Record light, wetness and finish history at each named station.

Understand

Why exterior wood turns grey

Grey is an appearance change, not a complete condition report.

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Why weathering looks uneven

Map the pattern before treating the whole surface.

Read / explore ↗Exposure

Sun, shade and the visible surface

Use site-specific exposure notes rather than a compass label alone.

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