Kebony is a modified wood product made for exterior projects that need natural woodbeauty, strong durability, and a lower-maintenance alternative to many traditional outdoor lumber options. At Mason’s Mill, we supply Kebony decking, cladding, related hardware, and samples for architects, builders, remodelers, designers, and homeowners planning high-quality exterior projects.
Kebony gives exterior projects the warmth of natural wood without relying on tropical hardwoods. The product starts with sustainably sourced wood and is modified with a bio-based liquid that becomes permanently bonded inside the wood fibers, creating a stable, hard,and durable material. Kebony states that the result is suitable for exterior applications where durability, environmental credentials, and low maintenance matter.
Kebony is often considered for projects where the design calls for real wood, clean lines, and long service life. It can be used for decking, cladding, flooring, roofing, windows, doors, furniture, and design objects, according to Kebony’s FAQ documentation.
Tambour panels are solid hardwood slat panels mounted on a flexible backing, which lets a single panel wrap curves, columns, and outside corners that rigid paneling cannot reach. White River mills its tambour in Fayetteville, Arkansas from North American hardwoods and ships it unfinished, ready for any paint or stain. It is the most specified architectural wall panel in the White River catalog - used on kitchen island waterfalls, curved reception desks, cabinetry faces, and full feature walls.
Companion product: Solid Wood Paneling (SWP) is tongue-and-groove hardwood paneling, 11/16 in. thick, and every SWP profile corresponds directly to a tambour style. Run SWP on the flat walls and tambour on the curves in the same room - same profile, same species, same finish, no visible transition.
PRODUCT FEATURES & DETAILS
19 profiles across four families - Bead, Bevel, Square, Cove-Cut
Bead styles: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 110
Bevel styles: 201, 202, 203, 204, 206, 207
Square styles: 302, 304 | Cove-Cut styles: 402, 403
Panel sizes: 12 in. x 96 in. and 12 in. x 48 in.; select styles also 24 in. x 48 in.
Species: Red Oak, Hard Maple, Poplar, White Oak, Walnut
Flexible backing wraps curves, columns, and corners
Ships unfinished; accepts stain or paint
Custom panels to spec, up to 120 in. wide
Lead time 7-10 business days
SKU format is style number + panel size (e.g. TM100-1296, TM100-1248, TM100-2448)
Manufactured in the USA
NOTES
NOT suitable for wet or high-humidity environments including showers, bathrooms, or pools.
Allow 24-48 hours acclimation before finishing or installing.
Warranty may be voided by installation in high-moisture environments, or if cabinetry or furniture is mounted through the tambour panel into the wall.
Follow the adhesive manufacturer instructions.
Learn more: https://whiteriver.com/collections/solid-wood-tambour-panel-collection
Kebony uses a patented wood modification process that combines bio-based liquid infusion with heat. The process permanently thickens the cell walls of the wood, which improves stability, hardness, and durability compared with the original wood species.
This is different from standard heat-treated timber. Kebony describes its process as bio-based liquid infusion plus heat, while heat-treated timber relies on high temperature alone. Kebony says the modification changes the wood’s cell walls, while heat treatment does not alter the cell structure in the same way.
This technology helps Kebony perform more like a premium exterior wood while using more sustainable source material. For builders and architects, that means a natural wood option for projects where tropical hardwoods may not be the preferred specification.
Kebony is a modified wood product designed for exterior applications such as decking, cladding, siding, furniture, and architectural features. It uses a patented process that combines bio-based liquid infusion with heat to improve the wood's stability, hardness, and durability.
Yes. Kebony is real wood that has been modified to improve performance. It starts with sustainably sourced timber and is treated with a bio-based liquid that becomes permanently bonded inside the wood fibers.
Kebony can be used for decking, cladding, flooring, roofing, windows, doors, furniture, and design objects. At Mason's Mill, common project uses include decks, siding accents, exterior cladding, outdoor living areas, and architectural wood details.
Kebony does not require special maintenance beyond normal cleaning, but it can be oiled, stained, or painted to reduce the graying effect or change the color. If left unfinished outdoors, Kebony naturally develops a silver-grey patina over time.
Kebony can typically be cleaned with water and a brush. For mold or algae, use water mixed with ordinary household cleaning agents or detergents suitable for exterior use, then rinse with clean water.
Kebony states that high-pressure washers are generally not recommended. If used, the washer should be equipped with suitable brushes that reduce and diffuse the water jet, and water jets should never be applied directly to the wood surface.
Kebony is a strong candidate for Houston exterior projects where the design calls for natural wood, durability, and lower maintenance. It is suitable for decking, cladding, siding accents, outdoor structures, and architectural exterior details.
Kebony decking, samples, and related hardware are available through Mason's Mill & Lumber Co. in Houston, Texas. Contact the Mason's Mill team for availability, quotes, samples, and project guidance.
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