{"id":7086,"date":"2019-10-24T14:11:23","date_gmt":"2019-10-24T13:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andrewjaynes.co.uk\/?p=7086"},"modified":"2021-03-04T11:28:06","modified_gmt":"2021-03-04T11:28:06","slug":"why-you-need-accoya-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andrewjaynes.co.uk\/why-you-need-accoya-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"Why you need Accoya windows"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”5%” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n
The radiata pine trees that are grown in the plantations for Accoya are harvested at 27 years and have a service life of 50-70 years. Accoya ultimately provides us with a much better turnover of resources and doesn’t harm the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n Furthermore, acetylation, the process which preserves the timber and enhances its properties, is entirely non-toxic. Other products and the processes they undergo to combat rot involve impregnating the wood with potent biocides that can end up in the wider ecosystem.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”h6″ link_type=”new_tab” alignment=”center” text=”Visit the Accoya website to find out more” url=”https:\/\/www.accoya.com\/”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”5%” color_overlay=”#a5b1a4″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n In all unmodified wood, there are large numbers of molecule groups called \u2018free hydroxyls\u2019. These compounds not only absorb and release water, but are the primary food source for rot-causing organisms.<\/span><\/p>\n The movement of water also explains why wood swells and shrinks during different times of the year.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Among the wood particles are also a smaller quantity of molecule groups called acetyls. These don’t swell and rot-causing organisms can’t digest them.<\/span><\/p>\n Acetylation changes the susceptible free hydroxyls to inert acetyls, effectively making the wood indigestible to fungi and organisms. Also, it no longer swells when wet. No biocides are used for this process, meaning that it’s non-toxic to the environment.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”h6″ link_type=”regular” alignment=”left” text=” Andrew Jaynes himself, describes here how this impacts the life of a window” url=”https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-ubf6xy1YLk”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”5%” color_overlay=”#a5b1a4″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n Thermal insulation is better than most other timbers, meaning your home stays warmer.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”5%” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n Looking to upgrade your home\u2019s windows and doors? Get in touch<\/a> for a free consultation and advice on how Accoya windows are the investment you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhat makes Accoya so special?<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Accoya wood is a breakthrough in timber technology. It’s virtually eliminated the problems associated with low-quality timber windows of the past.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Thanks to the unique modification process, Accoya benefits from a greatly increased resistance to rot and almost no moisture-related swelling or shrinking. These two benefits, proven independently and backed with a 50-year guarantee, make it the perfect choice for timber windows and doors.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”5%” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n
What is the <\/span>Accoya process<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The preservation process is known as acetylation and to explain it, we\u2019re going to need to get a bit scientific\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n
Are there more <\/span>benefits of Accoya wood?<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Additional benefits of Accoya wood are that there\u2019s no compromise to the wood\u2019s original properties after treatment, like its versatility and overall attractiveness. You can <\/span>paint and stain Accoya any colour<\/span> you want, and paint finishes last much longer because they do not need to cope with the timber shrinking and swelling.<\/span><\/p>\n
Summary: why do we make <\/span>Accoya windows<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]At the heart of our company is the drive to evolve and innovate and Accoya wood fits perfectly with these ideals. It offers a responsible, sustainable solution, and contributes to the long-term peace of mind in knowing that Andrew Jaynes windows are among the best on the market.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”5%” bottom_padding=”5%” color_overlay=”#a5b1a4″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n
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