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Gain a clear, hands-on understanding of the behaviour of timber, proper specification techniques, and develop confidence in making project decisions. This one-day course explores essential topics like choosing the right species, identifying strength classes, evaluating durability, handling moisture challenges, and navigating service classes—helping you avoid common problems and improve construction outcomes.

Designed for professionals like foresters, designers, contractors, and surveyors working with timber in construction, Timber 101 delivers a mix of expert insights and accessible, hands-on guidance. Led by Woodknowledge Wales and Filros Timber, this session equips participants with the tools for responsible and informed timber use in today’s building projects.

The Government’s White Paper on Construction Product Reform published earlier this year by Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) sets out far reaching reforms and changes planned for the construction products sector, including offsite, following the Grenfell Tower Fire Inquiry.