advantages of timber
Undeniable reasons to build with timber
Good for builders. Great for Australia. Even better for planet earth.
Timber has been used as a construction material for centuries, and for good reason. There are many advantages to building a house with timber, making it a popular choice for anyone looking to either save a buck, save some time, or save the planet.
It's Renewable
Responsibly sourced timber is a naturally renewable resource. Certified plantations operate on a continuous cycle of growth to provide a wide range of ongoing benefits such as carbon storage, oxygen generation and environmental management.
Low-Energy Alternative
The manufacturing process of timber uses substantially less fossil fuel energy per unit volume than steel, concrete, or aluminium; meaning that timber leaves no carbon footprint. In fact, timber is carbon positive, locking up more carbon than produced during manufacturing. A recent study conducted by the Cooperative Research Centre for Greenhouse Accounting compared the greenhouse emissions generated by timber products, with those generated by other common building materials. The results were irrefutable.
Energy Efficient
Building with timber is often overlooked when it comes to saving on household energy bills. The magic lies deep within the cellular structure of timber, with millions of tiny air pockets working to naturally insulate against both hot and cold. And when used in conjunction with standard insulating materials, you and your new house are set to benefit from the natural thermal efficiency of timber for many years to come.
Cost and
time-effective
Timber is an affordable material for construction, especially when compared to other conventional building materials. What’s more, timber frames also take a significantly shorter time to construct, meaning less labour costs during the all-important lock up phase. In fact, prefabricated frame and truss construction can be accelerated even further. Additionally, the construction of a timber frame does not require speciality trades to assemble, which means better costs on labour.
Trade familiarity
Timber allows total flexibility of architectural design at any stage of a homes’ life. What’s more, building with timber offers a larger pool of skilled tradespeople and carpenters, making it easier to find and hire professionals with the skills required to either build new or renovate. Last minute plan changes can be easily made onsite by carpenters, while the installation of plumbing and electric cables is quick and simple.
Durability
The durability and service life of timber products can be greatly enhanced with preservatives. This process is commonly referred to as ‘treating’ and is a cost efficient and reliable method of improving the timber’s natural resistance to attack from insects and decay. In fact, when properly manufactured and maintained, timber structures have been recorded as lasting thousands of years.
T2 Red
Peace-of-mind from the big termites up North.
T3 Green
Superior protection for use outdoors.
T2 Blue
Guaranteed to resist termite attack.
T2 Red
Peace-of-mind from the big termites up North.
