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Timber's role in the circular economy

Timber - driving the circular economy and promoting sustainable construction

Timber's role in the circular economy

  Renewable and Low-Carbon Material Timber is derived from trees, a renewable resource that can be replenished through responsible forestry...
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Comparing PEFC and FSC® Certifications

Making Sustainable Choices

Comparing PEFC and FSC® Certifications

Understanding PEFC and FSC® PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) PEFC is a global forest certification...
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Understanding moisture in oak

Learn about the relationship between moisture content and movement in oak.

Understanding moisture in oak

What happens when a tree is felled? Upon being felled, the tree’s growth stops, and the trunk begins to lose moisture from its surface. Initially,...