Beside its aesthetic beauty, wood has so many advantages that many people don’t know about which makes it an amazing material to be used almost everywhere in your house:
Acoustic and Thermal performance
Not only aesthetically pleasing, timber also provides excellent acoustic properties, with many high-end architectural projects featuring internal timber applications. As a naturally insulating material, timber has strong thermal performing properties. Construction design using timber, with a focus on energy efficiency will maximise comfort and minimise non-renewable energy use.
Aesthetic appeal
The aesthetic appeal of timber-based construction is seeing demand for innovative timber designs continually increase.
Carbon storage
For the environmentally conscious architect, engineer or building professional, timber is a logical choice. With the ability to store carbon for its entire service life, using sustainably sourced timber can help tackle climate change and transition to a low carbon economy.
Fire performance
In a fire, timber performs in a measurable, predictable way allowing designers the ability to create strong, durable, fire-resistant timber constructions.
Forest management certification
Harvesting timber from sustainable and renewable sources is a key aspect of responsible forestry management but how can the average consumer purchase timber with confidence? Forest Certification schemes are one solution.
Innovative products
The possible applications of timber are as unique as they are varied. Engineered wood products are leading the innovation charge, creating wooden structures that are strong, beautiful and original.
Low embodied energy
When compared against other common building material alternatives, timber’s low embodied energy is another reason why choosing timber is a positive choice for our environment.
Manufacturing efficiency and flexibility
Timber offers a viable and cost-effective alternative to all major building material choices.