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Clad all over by native species

12:13pm Friday 18th July 2008


TOWNSEND Timber has started using native species of wood for its cladding service.

The family company, which is based in Pulham, near Dorchester, aims to use south west wood as much as possible and hopes to reduce its carbon footprint.

Managing director Simon Notley said: "Over recent years we have noticed that timber has become a really popular choice for people who are building or extending their homes, as it is a stylish and sustainable way to finish interior or exterior walls.

"At Townsend we feel strongly about the need to focus on promoting the use of renewable resources in construction where possible, and are now pleased to be able to take this further by obtaining the majority of one of our key product groups; timber cladding, from sources within the south west of England."

He added: "We find that some consumers and construction professionals are not aware that several home-grown species of timber have great durability and are resilient to the UK's ever-changing weather conditions, making an excellent insulator and a highly attractive finished product.

"By sourcing native species, not only are we able to cut down on our transportation but also on the use of chemicals in commercial preservative coating systems which are used on many imported timbers to prolong lifespan."


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