Sandura® Tropical Shingles

Sandura® Tropical Shingles are manufactured from a prized wood species known as Wallaba. This abundant tropical hardwood is found in the lush forests of Guyana where the Guyana Forestry Commission (GFC) regulates and oversees harvesting practices to sustain forests for future generations.

 

Properties of Wallaba

Wallaba (Eperua Falcata), is a light red to reddish-brown tropical hardwood that has been known for centuries mainly for its use in manufacturing shingles, bridges and transmission poles. With grain that is typically straight, the wood is high density and has a coarse texture. The natural properties consisting of oily resins and high gum exudates, protects the wood against insect attack and decay.

Why Choose Sandura® Wallaba Shingles

There are several manufacturers of wallaba shingles, however, Sandura® has four (4) distinctive differences that ensure superiority through every process from production to installation.

Sustainability

By enhancing the production techniques for Sandura® shingles, we have found ways to decrease waste of forest resources, creating greater sustainable harvesting while reducing our manufacturing carbon footprint.

Technological Innovation

The innovative technology used in the manufacturing of Sandura® wallaba shingles, is safer for our experienced craftsmen and produces a more consistent, quality cut.

Flexible Designs

Sandura® offers our customers a diverse range of profiles and selections for roofing and siding. We can customize our Sandura® Wallaba Shingles with various thickness, lengths, textures, and shapes.

Endurance

Measuring resistance to density and wear and tear, Sandura® wallaba shingles is rated 2,040 lb at 12% moisture content in the Janka Hardness Test. The timeless appearance attests to its durability and longevity, with properties that prevent insect and termite attacks, moisture and decay without additional maintenance or preservative treatment.

Sandura® Shingles are manufactured from a prized wood species known as Wallaba. This abundant tropical hardwood is found in the lush forests of Guyana where the Guyana Forestry Commission regulates and oversees harvesting practices to sustain forests for future generations.

Although there are other brands of Shingles manufactured from Wallaba Tropical Hardwood, Sandura® has four distinctive differences setting it apart from the rest.

First, by enhancing the production techniques for Sandura® Shingles there is less waste of forest resources, creating greater sustainable harvesting and reducing negative effects on the rainforest environment.
A second difference is the innovative technology used in the manufacturing of Sandura® which is safer for our experienced craftsmen.
The third thing that sets Sandura® apart from all the rest is it offers consumers a wider range of shapes and styles and finally provides more uniform cuts with a lower manufacturing carbon footprint.

With an incredible Janka hardness of 2040 lb at 12% MC, Sandura® shingles have a natural resistance to decay. As the wood ages it turns into a beautiful Pantina Grey which provides a reflective surface on roofs acting as an insulator that repels solar heat and saves energy.

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Sandura® Roofing Shingles

Proven and tested over time, when properly installed, Sandura® wallaba roofing shingles can resist winds of up to 185 mph. As time progresses, Sandura® wallaba shingles uniquely weathers to a beautiful silver patina color. This transition in color allows the roof to become reflective, therefore the shingles act as insulators, reducing environmental heating and keeping the structures cooler.

The natural properties of Sandura® wallaba shingles meet Class A, B, and C roof-system fire ratings, making it one of the safest and best unsurpassed wood roofing products globally.

Roofing Shingles

When properly installed, Wallaba roofing shingles can resist winds of up to 170 mph and have withstood the test of time. This highly dense wooden shingle has a coarse texture and a grain that is typically straight. As Sandura® Wallaba Shingles weather to a beautiful silver patina color, the roof becomes reflective and cool. Therefore, the shingles act as insulators, reducing environmental heating and keeping structures cooler.

This natural shingle meets Class A, B, and C roof system fire ratings when properly installed, making it one of the safest and best wood roofing products in the world.

Sandura® Sidewall Shingles

Backed by a 20-year product guarantee, Sandura® sidewall shingles siding is made from luxury hardwood, sustainably harvested from the rainforest of Guyana. At our manufacturing plant, meticulous cuts are made with great precision to ensure that all siding boards are straight and consistent in thickness and width.

Untreated, and in its natural properties, the wood has a “Class A” fire rating, making it almost as fire-resistant as concrete or metal. Sandura® sidewall shingles contain insulative properties and are ideal for any climate and weather condition.

Sidewall Shingles

Sandura® Siding is made from luxury hardwood harvested from the rainforest of Guyana, South America. The beautiful wood used in the manufacturing of Sandrua® Siding are protected by government agencies focused on securing future forest resources for generations to come.

At our manufacturing plant, meticulous cuts are made with great precision to ensure that all siding boards are straight and consistent in thickness and width. Untreated, the wood has a “Class A” fire rating, making it naturally almost as fire resistant as concrete or metal. We stand by our Sandura® Siding with a 20-year product guarantee for as long as the original owner possesses the property.

Slide "Our job site was hit severely and sustained several damages during hurricane Irma. Interestingly our shingle roofs remained in place with no damages; even the partially shingled roof did not lose shingles in the 180 MPH winds!" - Jose Blay
British Virgin Islands

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