Cladding

‘Mixed loads and quick responses’ from Eva Direct
by Jennie Ward|05 February 25|Build, Corporate, Supply
Timber Development UK member Eva Timber has launched ‘Eva Direct’, a new service to customers that offers flexible loads and fast deliveries. Eva Timber is a leading importer and distributor of premium timber products, specialising in fencing, landscaping and building materials. With extensive expertise in sourcing and supplying high-quality poles...
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Cladding designers should ‘improve their knowledge of flame-retardant treatments’, warns WPA
by Jennie Ward|27 January 25|Corporate, Design, Supply
The Wood Protection Association (WPA) is calling on timber cladding designers to improve their knowledge about the specification of flame-retardant treatments, in response to the publication of a report on fires involving thermally modified wood. The WPA's statement comes following the report on the Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures UK...
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Lunawood goes Arctic with new cladding collection
by Jennie Ward|27 January 25|Corporate, Supply
Lunawood has introduced a new range of grey exterior cladding products to its Lunawood Collection. The Lunawood Collection offers a comprehensive range of premium, chemical-free wood products for modern architecture and design. Crafted in Finland, Lunawood’s tongue-and-groove cladding products, batten profiles, and decking boards enable creative wooden surfaces and structures...
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Are your cladding battens fit for purpose?
by Jennie Ward|20 January 25|Corporate, Supply
External timber cladding and roofing battens are not interchangeable – they have different exposure risks and, potentially, different dimensions. The Timber Decking & Cladding Association explains what you need to know. Timber cladding is installed as a rainscreen on buildings in the UK. The timber battens used on these projects...
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The November/December 2024 issue of Supplying Timber is online!
by Jennie Ward|06 December 24|Supply
Packed with inspiring examples of stylish and efficient timber buildings, the November/December issue of Supplying Timber magazine is out now. Look no further for all the latest timber supply news, legislative updates, new products and top tips for building with and selling timber. The November/December issue is an essential read...
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Thermowood cladding supports additional learning needs school
by Jennie Ward|02 December 24|Build, Corporate, Supply
Durable Class D Redwood Thermowood cladding from International Timber has been used for the construction of a government and local council-funded Additional Needs School in Newtown, Wales, led by the award-winning Wynne Construction. Ysgol Cedewain is a purpose-built school located on the outskirts of Newtown Wales, neighbouring with the picturesque...
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Timber Cladding
Timber Cladding
by Edinburgh Napier University|13 November 24|Design
Cladding is a great way to make the most of timber’s unique visual appeal. Timber cladding can be used internally and externally, though durability of the timber species should be considered in external uses.
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New platform helps architects visualise cladding options
by Jennie Ward|12 November 24|Design, Supply
James Latham has introduced an online Cladding Visualiser to help architects, designers and contractors see how its cladding portfolio looks in application. This powerful new platform builds on the success of the distributor’s award-winning Digital Showroom, enabling purchasers to see a wide array of materials, tones and colours under a...
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WL West gives its top 10 uses for Oak
by Jennie Ward|23 October 24|Build, Supply
TDUK member W.L West is a family-owned sawmill & timber merchant in West Sussex that specialises in Oak wood. Here, they explore why Oak is so popular and its top 10 uses in the UK. European Oak is incredibly versatile, making it a preferred choice for a wide range of...
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Transatlantic showcase brings new decking products to the UK
by Jennie Ward|09 September 24|Build, Supply
Composite Prime has announced a Transatlantic Product Showcase Event in partnership with The AZEK Company. On 1 October, 2024, the all-day event at Leeds' Oulton Hall will introduce new decking technology that Composite Prime is bringing to the UK. The event has been tailored specifically for distributors, timber and builders merchants,...
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