We have used Haworth Timber to source Frake (where it was used both internally and externally). Do be careful when selecting a oil/varnish that it is suitable for internal use, i.e. doesn't contain nasty chemicals that should only otherwise be used externally.

Hello, We have just launched a new wall cladding product called DesignClad. It is 3mm thick and it comes in sizes up to a spectacular 3000x1000mm. We have our Bespoke Stone Centre where we could also cut it for you as per your specification. Our stock items can be found here: http://www.londonstone.co.uk/stone-paving/designclad/ As you have mentioned you would like a wood effect cladding - we have our Wood range which is available on special order with 4 weeks lead time. I am attaching some photos so you can check it out. For more info please contact us at info@londonstone.co.uk or call us on 01753212950 and one of our Sales Advisors will be more than happy to assist. Kind regards, Diana Copot London Stone

I've seen a property with a product like the one pictured over much of it and the gaps between runs (which look a different colour) plus the finishing of corners made it look quite bad. In my opinion. As a Gold Medal Winning Garden Design perfectionist.

Western Red Cedar is more durable than Siberian Larch. Accoya and Thermowood are also good options. I prefer vertical slats personally, I think it’s easier to install, more weather proof against driving rain and looks less like a shed or fence. What type of cladding pattern are you going for? T&G, Shiplap, Board-on-board… Will you be leaving it to silver or sealing with a finish? Bear in mind you need to create a ventilated rainscreen, vertical cladding will require cross-battens whilst horizontal requires only vertical battens. I would also research into creating fireblocks within the ventilated rainscreen. Check out the Timber Decking & Cladding Association, they were super helpful in advising me in the different methods/materials for cladding my garden room. They have free literature on the topic too if you want to jump down the rabbit hole further :-) https://www.tdca.org.uk/