Over 90% of the wood used in UK construction is from softwood grown in Europe. European forests are not only protected, but are well managed - caring for the local environment in the forest and by replacing more trees than are being cut. There is now more than twice as much wood in the forests as there was 100 years ago.
Good managed forestry also helps to counter the greenhouse effect, since growing trees absorbs carbon dioxide and emit oxygen. They act as a carbon sink.
When timber is converted into different timber products it gives off no toxins nor does it give off harmful emissions.
Using wood in construction requires less energy than materials such as steel or aluminium. This results in a smaller amount of Carbon Dioxide in the environment which in turn means there will be less acid rain damaging our planet
All the timber we buy and supply is from professionally managed forests and as far as possible from forests with a 2 for 1 replanting scheme.
PEFC & FSC
We have carried out research on the different factors effecting environmental issues and believe that we have the best compromise. We manufacture products using high quality timber which carries the PEFC & FSC chain of custody. This means that our timber is sourced from well managed and sustainable sources.
We are dedicated to continuous improvement towards reducing our impact on the environment in terms of emissions, sustainability, recycling and energy efficiency.
Energy Rating
Once installed, wood is an extremely effective insulating material with very high energy efficiency.
We are proactive in researching thermal ratings for our windows and alongside the British Fenestration Ratings Council (BFRC). We have attained BFRC energy ratings A and B on our Timber Window, Casement and Fully Reversible Window.
Eu Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
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