ACQ (Alkaline Copper Quaternary) treated timber is an arsenic- and chrome-free alternative to CCA-treated timber, developed to provide long-term protection for wood exposed to exterior applications.
ACQ is an eco-friendly alternative to timbers containing chromium or arsenic. When you use ACQ-treated timber for your project, it will have minimal chemical leaching into the surrounding environment. This makes ACQ-treated pine a great choice, offering similar advantages to hardwoods and bringing pine back into mainstream construction.
APPEARANCE
ACQ-treated timber weathers to a honey brown color before fading to a driftwood grey after exposure to the elements.
SUITABILITY
Outdoor use, including posts and poles, roundwood for decorative use, landscaping, fencing, foundations, telephone poles, motorway barriers, decking, trellis, and house construction.
ACQ-treated pine is also a popular choice for government projects, playgrounds, parks, and gardens.
PAINTING & STAINING
ACQ-treated timber can be painted or stained to match most outdoor color schemes. Always follow the paint manufacturer’s recommendations.
WARRANTY
ACQ H3.2-treated pine comes with a 50-year treatment warranty.
ABOUT OUR ACQ OPERATIONS
Our Pinepac Roundwood Division houses a 13-meter ACQ treatment vessel (commissioned in 2009), enabling us to process approximately 15,000m³ of treated timber annually. Pinepac Roundwood is the largest 24-hour ACQ treatment operation in Auckland.
We also offer custom steam and treatment services; contact us for more details.