Timber – the most sustainable of building materials

Our European Redwood timber is harvested from managed forests where the growing period is measured in decades. On average two trees are planted for every one harvested – as timber usage increases, so too does replanting. Few people realise that the area of land under forestation in Europe is increasing year-on-year and there is more area of European forest now that there was one hundred years ago.

A tree grows by absorbing carbon from CO₂ in the atmosphere, transforming it into the cellular structure of timber. Every cubic metre of timber contains 0.8 tonnes of absorbed CO₂. From growth, to harvesting, processing and conversion to finished products, timber is a net absorber of CO₂.

For a guarantee of truly sustainable timber, insist that your supplier is approved by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Allan Brothers redwood windows and doors have FSC Chain of Custody certification.

Timber – for long-term value

Maintenance and repair of timber windows and doors is both cost-effective and easy. Modern timber treatments ensure that products are guaranteed against rot for 30 years whilst good paint systems will need no attention other than cleaning for 8 years. Repainted timber windows look as good as new and lift the appearance of any property.

If damage occurs to a timber window or door it can be easily repaired leaving no sign of the repair. It is not surprising therefore that timber is increasingly seen as the material of choice for long-term value.

Timber – natural quality

Few materials can compare when it comes to the look and feel of a good quality timber window or door. Warm to the touch and pleasing to the eye, real wood gives a sense of natural quality and durability.

For more information please also see the Wood For Good web site and the FSC web site.