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Research funds needed for timber
14 December, 2013
More timber research is needed to strengthen wood’s position among construction materials, says Richard Harris, professor of timber engineering at the University of Bath
Research funds needed for timber
14 December, 2013
More timber research is needed to strengthen wood’s position among construction materials, says Richard Harris, professor of timber engineering at the University of Bath
Fire door inspection action gathers pace
28 October, 2013
Efforts to crack down on defective fire doors have been boosted by the BRE launching its own fire door inspection training course.
Protecting timber’s name
19 October, 2013
How treated timber can enhance timber’s reputation was the focus for this year’s BASF Wolman conference. Keren Fallwell reports
Grown in Britain is go!
19 October, 2013
We are now poised to reap the societal benefits of British wood products, says Ed Suttie, director of sustainable materials at the BRE
Grown in Britain is go!
19 October, 2013
We are now poised to reap the societal benefits of British wood products, says Ed Suttie, director of sustainable materials at the BRE
Government reiterates zero carbon homes target
09 October, 2013
The government restated its commitment to the 2016 zero carbon homes target at the launch of Building Regulations Part L yesterday.
Grown in Britain – a sustainable plan
05 October, 2013
Buying British-grown timber provides huge benefits, says Steve Cook, principal sustainable development manager at Willmott Dixon
Grown in Britain – a sustainable plan
05 October, 2013
Buying British-grown timber provides huge benefits, says Steve Cook, principal sustainable development manager at Willmott Dixon
Grown in Britain buzz is building
21 September, 2013
The stunning trophies presented to the winners at last week's buoyant, buzzing TTJ Awards were sharp and modern. Appropriately so, as they showcased timber at the leading edge. They were made in a combination of ultra-durable modified Accoya and its MDF equivalent, Medite Tricoya. This, as our clearly impressed trophy sculptor Ray Winder pointed out, meant they would keep their futuristic looks even if winners left them outdoors as a garden feature.
Restoring confidence
21 September, 2013
The market for wood preservatives has improved and manufacturers are beefing up their products’ performance credentials. Robin Meade reports
BRE launches EPD aid
05 September, 2013
BRE has introduced a new scheme to enable businesses to develop Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), which vouch for a products’ green credentials in the EU market.
Dunn appointed BREEAM director
14 August, 2013
Former group operations director at Elmhurst Energy Dr Gavin Dunn has been appointed as director of BREEAM.
Grown in Britain puts down roots
10 August, 2013
The Grown in Britain campaign is putting collective efforts into action, says Sarah Farmer of English Woodlands Timber
Grown in Britain puts down roots
10 August, 2013
The Grown in Britain campaign is putting collective efforts into action, says Sarah Farmer of English Woodlands Timber
Awards reflect rising ambition
10 August, 2013
This year’s Wood Awards show that timber is accepted and exceptional. Here we highlight some of the shortlisted entries.
BRE’s EPD scheme
08 August, 2013
The BRE has launched a new Environmental Product Declaration verification scheme.
Wood Awards shortlist illustrates timber’s versatility
01 August, 2013
A cross-laminated timber wedding venue, an expandable plywood pavilion, the new Mary Rose museum and a surfboard made from macrocarpa feature in this year’s Wood Awards shortlist.
JELD-WEN wins Housebuilder product award
26 June, 2013
JELD-WEN has been awarded Best Internal/Interior Product for its fire-protected stairs at the Housebuilder Product Awards 2013.
Joining together
17 June, 2013
Joinery companies and their suppliers converged for an invigorating British Woodworking Federation Members’ Day. Stephen Powney reports
