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Exterior uses of timber


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Alternative hardwoods

Publisher: McMillan-Scott plc
Publication date: 2000
Format: HTML Document


Many of the traditionally used tropical hardwoods are being replaced by alternative species. An important consideration for exterior use is their ability to accept coatings. This article introduces TRADA Technology research in this field.


British Grown Hardwoods - The Designers' Handbook

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 1996
Format: HTML Document


Covers structural applications, landscape design, external and internal joinery and floors, with information on environmental aspects, characteristics and implications for design.


Durability by design

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 2004
Format: HTML Document


The life of timber components can be extended considerably by attention to detail at the design stage. This sheet explains the principles of protective design and illustrates some details.


Finishes for exterior timber

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 2005
Format: HTML Document


Outlines the types of exterior finishes available for timber, including preservatives, paints, varnishes and exterior wood stains. Includes a section on common coating faults and how to avoid them.


Glued laminated timber

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 2003
Format: HTML Document


Outlines the structural forms and applications possible in glulam; includes design and manufacturing considerations.


NBS Specification Clauses Q

Publisher: NBS Services
Publication date: 2002
Format: HTML Document


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Selected generic NBS specification clauses covering timber for plant containers, fencing, site and street furniture and equipment such as gates and barriers, play and sports equipment and other timber structures and their installation.
NBS Specification Clauses: Q - Paving/ Planting/ Fencing/ Site furniture


Specification and use of wood-based panels in external conditions

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 2006
Format: HTML Document


Certain types of wood-based panels can be used in demanding exterior situations but, to provide the desired service life, they must be correctly specified, detailed, installed and maintained.

This sheet gives guidance on appropriate types, together with information on finishes, design and workmanship, specification and moisture content.


Specifying timber exposed to weathering

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 2008
Format: HTML Document


Weathering can be described as the chemical and physical changes that occur when timber is exposed to the weather.. Weathering is a surface phenomenon and usually occurs within the first 2.5mm of the surface and should not be regarded as a problem, but rather a natural process.


Timber for marine and fresh water construction

Publisher: TRADA Technology Ltd
Publication date: 1974
Format: HTML Document


Describes the use of timber in this form of construction and lists species which are suitable for particular situations. The principal functions of the structures covered are:
erosion protection, coastal and river
construction of wharfs, jetties, docks and dock gates etc
construction of marinas


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