Supplying Timber | Issue 06

by Jennie Ward|30 July 2431 July 24|Build, Supply

Welcome to the fifth issue of Supplying Timber, a magazine from Timber Development UK (TDUK) dedicated to the timber merchants, suppliers, manufacturers and tradespeople who are interested in working with timber.

Timber In Construction Manifesto

by TDUK|18 July 2426 July 24|Policy, Sustainability

The Timber In Construction Manifesto. Rethinking our built environment. A bold plan for building higher quality, lower carbon homes, schools, workplaces and communities using timber.

MP letter template – Promote timber to your local MP

by Jennie Ward|12 July 2409 May 25|Policy, Sustainability

A record 335 new MPs have been inducted into House of Commons this week following Labour’s win at the recent UK General Election.

Supplying Timber | Issue 05

by Jennie Ward|07 April 2412 April 24|Build, Supply

Supplying Timber | Issue 04

by Jennie Ward|11 December 2311 December 23|Build, Supply

Welcome to the fourth issue of Supplying Timber, a magazine from Timber Development UK (TDUK) dedicated to the timber merchants, suppliers, manufacturers and tradespeople who are interested in working with timber.

Timber Grading: Visual Grading Limitations

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply

Visual grading standards might be used for in-situ assessments or for grading timber from unusual sources, like minor species or post-consumer wood. There are limitations to using visual grading standards for such purposes.

Certifications

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2326 September 25|Build, Sustainability

Certifications like the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), and Grown in Britain prioritise small-scale forests, are verified against international benchmarks, and aim to improve livelihoods and conserve ecosystems while mitigating negative environmental impacts.

Introducing Wood Anatomy

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply

Tree anatomy differs between softwoods and hardwoods, making it useful as a guide to identifying different species.

Using Correct Names

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply

Tree species are known by a variety of regional, trade, and scientific names, which can cause confusion. Using the correct names, in an unambiguous way, is essential to specify the correct species and ensure it is supplied.

Tree Species

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Supply

Thanks to the variety of different tree species globally, timber can vary in colour, density, and performance depending on its source. These variations in timber due to species determine the suitability for different construction uses.

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