Our Guides
We produce a range of resources for builders and also for architects. We are also a member of the Confederation of Timber Industries, whose partners also publish resources specific to their sectors. You will find a selection below.
Builders Resources
Wood. Good for Business, Naturally Leaflet
Master Builder Magazine: August-September 2020
Buyers Guide: Preservative Treated Wood
Panel Guide V4
TimberWorks Case Studies
PUBLICATIONS
We work with other trade federations so produce information and resources for their members. Click on the links below.
Responsible Timber Sourcing Report
Read the FMB’s Builders Blogs
Guidance on Plywood Standards
Understanding Use Class 4
Understanding Use Class 3
Understanding Use Class 2
TIMBER & SPECIES GUIDES
These guides will provide you with a greater understanding and knowledge of different types of timber species and their capabilities.
A GUIDE TO GRADES OF
BRITISH HARDWOODS
COMMERCIAL MALAYSIAN TIMBERS
GUIDE
PROPERTIES OF POPULAR MALAYSIAN TIMBERS GUIDE
AHEC’S SUSTAINABLE
AMERICAN HARDWOODS GUIDE
LVL
HANDBOOK
Solid Timber Manual 2.0
Introduction
Resources from our CTI partners
Interior: Contemporary
Design Inspiration
STA: TIMBER FRAME
GUIDE 4
BWF’s Design Guide
Timber Stairs
TIMBER & FIRE RESOURCES
Fire is a critical issue in the timber industry, this section provides clear guidance and understanding of the fire treatment terms, specification and assuring quality in the flame retardant treated wood supply chain classification.
FR GUIDES
CTI FIREHUB
