Treatments

International Timber advocates for certified fire retardant treated wood
by Jennie Ward|08 September 23|Build, Supply
International Timber is stressing the importance of correctly specifying fire retardant wood and panel products, backed by independent certification, head of this year's Fire Door Safety Week campaign on 25-29 September. Specification errors, installation issues and poor maintenance of fire safety products can have devastating consequences. To facilitate change within...
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Making preservative-treated timber last longer
by Jennie Ward|16 August 23|Build, Supply
The Wood Protection Association explains why cross-cut treated wood products must have their cut ends treated to maintain their integrity and durability.  Preservative treated, softwood construction components such as Pine or Spruce have been through a factory controlled, industrial treatment process. This results in the timber having an effective barrier...
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roofing battens
Standards matter when selling roofing battens
by Jennie Ward|31 October 22|Build
Roofing battens are a safety critical building material subject to strict grading and quality requirements. Timber Development UK CEO David Hopkins explains why it’s so important to stick to the quality standards when selling, specifying and purchasing these products. Roofing battens are the strips of wood that you will find...
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Structural detailing requirements
by TRADA|10 August 22|Design, Education
Acknowledge the recommendations for the preparation, fabrication, storage, handling and installation of materials and components
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