Meeting Nature halfway: A sustainable future built with timber Buildings, be they domestic, commercial or industrial, are major consumers of energy the world over and this applies to much more than just their day-to-day running. From basic components, transport, construction, operation and final decomposition after its useful life, a building has significant potential for a…
5 myths about timber construction Timber construction is common across the world and, more particularly, in the USA, Europe and Australia. While it enjoys popularity in South Africa as well, timber construction carries with it a few misconceptions in the marketplace. In this article, we debunk five of the most common myths about timber construction.…
Safety & compliance on a timber construction site The timber construction industry is bound by the same health and safety regulations as they apply to the rest of the construction sector. When on site, workers should be fitted out with their PPE (or personal protection equipment), which includes items like hard hats, safety harnesses safety…
Twenty-first century home builders, owners and property developers are confronted with new challenges as we face the impact that our homes have on our environment.