Fiber Cement Rainscreen
EQUITONE®
Premium Fiber Cement Rainscreen Panels
EQUITONE® panels deliver design freedom and trusted performance for ventilated facade systems worldwide. Manufactured using advanced high-density fiber cement technology, EQUITONE® stands apart from typical residential-grade siding — delivering enhanced durability, superior weather resistance, and greater impact strength, along with a through-colored composition for long-lasting architectural appeal.
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Non Combustible. Built to Last.
EQUITONE® is a fiber cement rainscreen panel designed for use in open-joint, ventilated facade systems. Its through-colored composition means the color runs through the full depth of the panel — no surface coating to chip, fade, or peel.
With a huge selection of textures, finishes, and colors, EQUITONE® gives architects the freedom to create distinctive facades that perform reliably for decades. Every panel is fire-rated and engineered for the most demanding building envelope applications.
EQUITONE® is classified as noncombustible under ASTM E136, with a flame spread index and smoke development index of 0 per ASTM E84. Critically for New York City projects, EQUITONE® has received an exemption from the NYC DOB and FDNY — allowing its use in assemblies without triggering NFPA 285 requirements and without the need for additional fire blocking.
Non-Combustible
ASTM E136 Certified
Sustainable
EPD Available — LEED Compatible
![EQUITONE® [tectiva] — Mackelvie Street retail, Auckland](/assets/tectiva-mackelvie-street-retail03.jpg)
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EQUITONE Systems
EQUITONE is designed to be installed as a drained and ventilated rainscreen facade. A cavity behind the cladding panels lets air circulate, helping reduce sound transmission and prevent mold and mildew while protecting the building envelope. The system adapts to virtually any building type through two fixing methods.
Face-Fixed System
The most direct and economical installation. EQUITONE panels are mechanically fixed with visible fasteners over metal subframing for commercial work, or face-fixed directly to wood substrates on wood-frame projects — with color-matched fasteners for a clean, considered look. Suitable for both IBC Type I–IV and Type V construction.
Learn MoreConcealed Fixed System
A fully concealed attachment with no visible fasteners. EQUITONE panels are installed over metal subframing using concealed fixings, creating a clean, uninterrupted panel face — ideal for high-rise and commercial applications that require noncombustible (IBC Type I–IV) compliance.
Learn MoreSystem suitability: Type I–IV (commercial/noncombustible) panels install over metal subframing in face-fixed or concealed methods; Type V (wood-frame) panels face-fix to wood substrates, with options supporting both continuous-insulation and non-CI assemblies.
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Color and Finishes
[natura]
A sleek, refined surface with visible fibers randomly distributed throughout — combining function and natural beauty. Available in the widest color range of any EQUITONE panel, [natura] suits everything from monochromatic institutional facades to warm, textural compositions. Noncombustible, through-colored, and zero maintenance.
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A smooth, flat panel with a fine, even texture and no visible fibers — the clean, understated choice for contemporary facades. Available in a full tonal range from white to deep charcoal. Noncombustible and through-colored throughout.
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A rough, unpolished fiber cement surface that resembles a moon landscape — ideal for combining a unique look with a natural feel. Available in two contemporary colors. Large panel format makes it well suited to bold, minimal facade compositions.
Learn More[linea]
A 3D ridged panel that plays with light and shadow to create an ever-evolving facade. Bold and directional, [linea] transforms a building's appearance from moment to moment depending on light conditions and viewing angle. Available in a full range of tonal shades.
Learn More[pictura]
A smooth, matte finish without visible fibers, available in a wide range of vibrant or natural hues. The only coated panel in the EQUITONE® range — and the first and only Cradle to Cradle Certified® fiber cement facade material. The go-to choice when color is the design intent.
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Digitally printed surfaces that bring visual depth and artistic character to fiber cement — with striking designs including coral, sine wave, and woodgrain. All the durability and noncombustible performance of EQUITONE® in a panel that reads like a natural material.
Learn MoreSustainability
Built to Last. Certified to Prove It.
Every EQUITONE® panel carries an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) — third-party verified life-cycle impact data that directly supports LEED documentation. All panels are Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze — the only fiber cement facade material to hold this distinction, recognized across LEED®, BREEAM®, and DGNB rating systems.
EQUITONE® is classified as noncombustible under ASTM E136 and has received an exemption from the NYC DOB and FDNY, allowing use in assemblies without triggering NFPA 285 requirements and without additional fire blocking. For NYC projects, this is a significant code advantage.
Panels are built for a 50+ year service life, require minimal maintenance, and can be individually removed or replaced. All manufacturing off-cuts are recycled — zero production waste to landfill.
At a Glance
Non-Combustible
ASTM E136 Certified
Sustainable
Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze
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EQUITONE® in the Field
![EQUITONE® [erl] — angular dark fiber cement facade](/assets/equitone_erl-04_800hx1440w.jpg)
![EQUITONE® [pictura] — iconic corporate tower with wave canopy](/assets/equitone_pictura_iconicbuilding_jocoenenarch_en_20190828_mkt.jpg)
![EQUITONE® [tectiva] — Riverview Boutique high-rise, NYC](/assets/riverviw-boutique_5b.jpg)
![EQUITONE® [pictura] — Stabilo Cube headquarters, Germany](/assets/stabilo-cube1.jpg)
![EQUITONE® [pictura] — Villa Maillard scallop facade, France](/assets/villa_maillard2hd_02.jpg)
