Lockwood Innovation

Lockwood's new quarter sawn pine weatherboards offer greater stability and durability than ever before.

Their unique laminated 'vertical grain' composition means superior resistance to water so changes in humidity don't cause the same degree of expansion as normal 'flat grain' pine weatherboards. Yet all the environmental advantages of being a low carbon, renewable building resource remain intact. And, of course, Lockwood's renowned low maintenance aluminium sheathed weatherboards are still available too. With either option you get the beauty and warmth of pine interior panels available in choice of finishes.


Lockwood's walls are locked together, not just nailed together.

Our intricately engineered aluminium profiles slot into the machined corners of laminated pine, locking the wood into position. This patented system, combined with the use of vertical tie rods in the walls, has proven resistant to earthquakes and cyclones all over the world, and have emerged from 22 simulated earthquakes of up to 7.0 on the Richter scale with barely a scratch. Even glass remained intact and windows opened freely. By kiln-drying our timber, twisting, warping and shrinking is reduced.


The new Lockwood Superwall cavity system provides the ultimate in insulation.

With an R value of 3.7, it is almost double the legal requirement and the perfect option for those trying to achieve a near zero heating energy use. Between the solid walls lies the 90 mm cavity which provides more benefits than just insulation, it is also a great way to conceal wall stiffening posts and lintels, and streamlining the internal lines in the house even further. But that's not all; it dramatically improves the acoustic rating and makes a marked difference in the external noise perceived inside the house.

Read more about the Lockwood Superwall.


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We arrived in Aitutaki two days after cyclone Pat had devastated the island, removing 70% of the roofs & demolishing many homes completely. It was with great relief to arrive on our land to find our Lockwood home standing tall.
- The Tossells, Aitutaki
"When I realised we were having a severe earthquake, my first thoughts were "I'll be safe in my Lockwood house.
- Carol Marsh, Darfield
Because of all the aftershocks after the first quake, my husband (a licensed builder) went next door to see if our neighbour Carol was all right. He then decided it would be safer if ourselves and several other neighbours stayed in her Lockwood home until the shocks subsided
- Christine Robertson, neighbour of Carol Marsh
We live in a Lockwood home very near the fault line that ruptured. Houses around us suffered terrible structural damage. Ours just creaked and groaned its way through. Only got two broken pot plants.
- Brian Pearson
The design of the home exceeded our expectations. It looks good, is easy to maintain and has a great relaxed feel about the whole place.
- The Coles, Waikato
We wanted a home which capitalised on and maximises the potential of the section and its magnificent location and view, and you have built it for us - a lovely blonded Lockwood residence.
- Adrian and Danielle, Taupo
I work in the project engineering game and it is unusual to strike an integrated team that meets and exceeds expectations in terms of client relationship, quality and performance. We enjoyed the experience and, of course, the final product.
- Jon, Coromandel
The entire project from inception to completion was undertaken with full understanding and empathy for our requirements, a high degree of workmanship from all trades and a high degree of professionalism throughout the construction period.
- Roy and Marian, Hahei
We were looking for a hassle-free building experience - which is exactly what we got. From the initial meetings and amendment of plans to suit us, to the sorting of any issues that arose, to the hand-over, and especially for the trouble-free follow-up with any queries.
- Christine and John, Hokitika
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