Over the past few years, the number of builders choosing to protect their external walls with this beautiful wood has skyrocketed! But the truth is that cedar has actually been used to create buildings for centuries. Read on to find out more.
If you follow our blog, you have probably seen us mention heartwood and sapwood fairly often. In the timber industry, these are two very common terms. But what do they mean? In case you are not sure, we have put together a quick guide explaining everything you need to know.
If you are using timber to protect your walls and add an aesthetically pleasant finish, here is everything you need to know to fix yours correctly.
Whether to build a deck in your garden or create a new kitchen table, when you purchase sustainable timber, you would like to think you are going to receive good-quality wood. But what does that mean?
To understand more about the future of our planet, we need to also understand modern forest design and why focusing on sustainability in our wild world is so essential.
If you are looking into timber for construction, you probably already know that it is a sustainable option. In fact that may have been why you chose it in the first place! But within the world of timber, there is a lot of variety and some choices aren’t as eco-friendly as others. If you want to go green, make sure you find timber that is sourced and manufactured with the planet in mind.
If you are installing timber decking, there are two options for the type of timber you can choose: softwood or hardwood. Hardwood timber is usually the more durable choice. But before making your decision, it is important to know why so many people opt for this timber - you can then ensure that it is the right choice for your project.
When it comes to tree species, Ipe is definitely one of the lesser-known - unless you’re in the decking market like us at Ecochoice. Most of us have heard of Oak, Birch and Willow trees and may even know a little bit about them, but it is rare to find someone who isn’t a professional who can tell you anything about Ipe! But this tropical hardwood could be just the wood you have been seeking.
If you are a wanderlust traveler who loves to surround yourself with the beauty of nature, you will feel right at home in the world's most beautiful forests. Bursting with incredible life and providing a serene space in which to get in touch with the planet, it doesn’t get much better than a woodland hike!
Timber is everywhere. It is used in the foundations of homes, to create public piers and as decking in your own back garden. This is not a new trend either: humans have been using timber for thousands upon thousands of years!
If you are looking for Larch timber, you will usually come across two different types: Siberian Larch and British Larch. But which should you choose?
Want to learn more about the moisture content of wood? To help clear things up, we have put together a quick guide diving into the world of moisture content.