Humans have an innate need to connect with the natural world. Being outside among trees and greenery has been proven to have a positive effect on our physical and mental health.
How do the two compare? We discuss stability, movement, leaching and weight.
Facing west (with no maintenance), the timber cladding on this Byron Bay home is still looking incredible at 3 years.
With the ocean on all sides, Omaha House is a sanctuary in a windy ocean estuary.
This past year has brought wellness and the importance of a healthy home into the spotlight - and wood has come out on top.
After five years, our Vulcan timber battens facing North-West have been performing exactly as expected.
Even when faced with salt spray and cool alpine nights, there are some simple ways to ensure timber cladding lasts, without excess maintenance and cost.
For many reasons, timber lined interiors are making a comeback in contemporary homes and buildings.
The WB12 profile has been used by leading New Zealand architects for many years.
It is normal for wood that has been thermally modified to have a smoky or almost burnt odour.
These timber battens achieve a clear span of 3 metres thanks to Vulcan timbers extraordinary stability.
We've tested two unique timber coatings for external applications, both allow even weathering.