In this blog post, we’re taking a closer look at another advantage that makes timber cladding the first choice across many building projects – its easy maintenance.
Is there such a thing as climate-proof forestry? In this blog post, we aim to answer this question and reveal what you can do to wage your own war against global warming and the devastating impact it is having worldwide.
Thermowood, also known as thermally modified wood, is growing in popularity throughout the UK and the rest of the world. Here, we deliver the ultimate guide to Thermowood, so you can discover what all the fuss is about.
We take a closer look at the benefits of using FSC certified timber products and how they are already making a difference throughout the building, civil, landscaping, and marine industries.
Timber cladding is a natural, lightweight yet durable material which ensures a beautiful finish. In this blog post, we showcase the timber cladding profiles most commonly used so that you can find the right profile for your project.
It is vital that the timber you choose is suitable for the project’s location, weather and environment. In order to ensure the correct timber is selected, both durability and use class play an important part in the decision process. Here, we discuss in further detail what this means.
What do you do if a product does not have the FSC® logo on it? Is it still FSC® certified or is it from a non-certified or perhaps even illegal source? The product may in fact still be certified by the FSC, but there are a few steps you can take to ensure it is as outlined in this blog.
Trees are comprised of both sapwood and heartwood. You may have heard of these terms, but here we discuss in further detail what exactly they are, what the difference between the two are, how you can identify each type and how their varying properties affect how you work with the wood.
When it comes to decking for a garden, a larger landscaping project or even a pier, there are a lot of options out there. Depending on both your budget and what you want the decking to look like, there are many options for you to choose from. Here we discuss the different types of wood that are best for decking to help you choose the correct wood for your next project.
Groynes are a popular form of sea defence in the UK and many of our beautiful beaches have wooden groynes built on them. They play a vital part in efforts to help protect our beaches from further coastal erosion and to help our beaches be as stable of possible. Although groynes can be made from several different materials, including stone and concrete, here we discuss why wood is a great option to choose.
FSC stands for the Forest Stewardship Council which is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting responsible forest management worldwide. Here we explain why you should choose FSC certified products and explain why our forests need sustainable management.
Wood is broadly classified into one of two categories: hardwood or softwood. Each category has distinct qualities and characteristics and can help determine its identification as well as how the wood is used and where. Here, we go into more detail about what hardwoods and softwoods are, how they differ from each other and how they are used in our daily lives.