Modern Mill ACRE shiplap siding receives WUI certification

Modern Mill has attained Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Certification for its ACRE Shiplap Siding (CA SFM Building Materials Listing (BML) number: 8140-2385:0001).

ACRE Shiplap siding had been tested in accordance with the California fire code to be used in all zones designated as WUI including moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity. 

WUI certification signifies that ACRE complies with rigorous standards designed to mitigate the risk of wildfires in areas where urban development meets wildland vegetation, Modern Mill said.

“The WUI Certification for ACRE underscores our dedication to creating products that not only meet stringent safety standards but also pave the way for a future with significantly less deforestation,” said Kim Guimond, chief marketing officer of Modern Mill. “ACRE is more than a material; it’s a responsible choice, reflecting our ethos of marrying innovation with sustainability.”

ACRE, a wood alternative made from upcycled rice hulls, is a practical solution for sustainability goals, according to Modern Mill. It offers the warmth and workability of rich tropical woods like Ipe and teak and softwoods like cedar with the low-maintenance convenience of composites. 

In addition to siding, Modern Mill produces ACRE products used for decking, trim, sheet goods, and porch boards.’

Modern Mill products are made in the U.S.A. with the company based in Fernwood, Mississippi.