Category: Timber

As sheet materials of plywood and MDF, timber storage racking requirements are varied. The wide range of products, from dimension lumber to engineered beams and mouldings, is the reason why most conventional storage systems of timber fail to work. Attempt to store a standard six-metre length of timber in standard pallet racking and you might understand the reason why most storage systems fail. The overhang is a potential hazard; the material will most likely sag or warp and getting certain…

When it comes to selecting the timber to use on the exterior of your building, it is not a decision you want to make a mistake on. The choice is permanent and that is so to say. Cedar has long been the favourite, that warm honey colour appearing on a range of garden offices to complete house renovations. Then there is the Accoya that looks like it was in a chemistry lab but has been causing serious ripples in the…

From classic Cotswold cottages to modern housing developments across London, timber cladding has transformed Britain’s attitude towards architectural design. But what truly are the benefits of this form of cladding? The Enhanced Benefits of Wood Cladding Character plus performance is modern timber cladding’s promise, an appeal unmatched by most construction materials. Wood is unique in that it goes through a dynamic and changing process as time goes by. Cedar ages to a distinguished silver-grey, and larch transforms into rich honey…

You probably have observed how certain houses transition naturally between indoor and outdoor spaces. That’s no accident. The combination of decking and cladding through strategic pairing achieves this perfect transition. The synchronisation between the right shoes and belt creates a unified appearance. I have spent multiple years assisting homeowners to redesign their living areas. When decking and cladding combine correctly they transform the entire appearance. Trust me. Wood on Wood – A Timeless British Classic The combination of cedar decking…

Building with Cedar cladding has recently become extremely popular throughout the UK construction industry. The natural charm of cedar combined with its warm colouring produces exterior walls which are made to endure through generations. The usefulness of cedar extends beyond its appearance since it delivers many practical features. The remarkable timber has been used to change many houses I have encountered. A small 1960s bungalow in Devon became the subject of local attention after western red cedar teams were used…