Why Modern Wood Preservation Is About Specification, Due Diligence and Long Term Value Timber remains one of the most versatile, cost effective and sustainable construction materials available today. From agricultural fencing and landscaping to structural and infrastructure applications, wood continues to play a vital role across the built environment. But while timber itself may be […]Read More
The winners of the 2026 WPA Awards were announced at our annual members dinner at Oulton Hall Hotel, Leeds on 6 May. The highlight of a very enjoyable evening, these Awards showcased the quality standards, professionalism and commitment required to produce and sell treated wood successfully. From a landmark restoration project to outstanding operational excellence […]Read More
Powerpoles Ltd (PPL), a UK distributor of high-performance preservative treated wood poles, has joined the Wood Protection Association (WPA). Based in Alexandra Dock, Newport, PPL was established in 2015 to source and supply poles for utility and telecommunication transmission lines made from slow grown pine from sustainable forests in the north of Sweden and Finland. […]Read More
Timber has never been more relevant to the construction sector than it is today. From structural mass timber buildings to fencing, decking and garden structures, wood is widely recognised as one of the most sustainable construction materials available. It is renewable, it stores carbon, and it can deliver exceptional performance when used correctly. But there […]Read More
A Wood Protection Association ‘Spotlight On’ feature “In any discussion about the performance of pre-treated wood, preservative efficacy is often the only topic of conversation,” says WPA Chairman Steve Young. “The reality is far more complex – well documented factory production controls are essential – and pre-conditioning, preservative impregnation or wood modification plant and equipment […]Read More
Family-owned New Forest Fencing is installing a Postsaver Pro-Shrink Machine at its Southampton facility, enabling the company to o!er an in-store sleeving service and supply Postsaver-protected timber posts at scale to customers nationwide. The investment reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to high-quality timber fencing solutions. Designed for efficiency, the Pro-Shrink Machine can sleeve up to […]Read More
How Modern Incising and Kiln Technology Are Reshaping the British Fencing Supply Chain For decades, Sitka spruce has formed the backbone of the British sawmill industry—readily available, fast-growing, cost-effective and sustainable. Most home-grown fencing stakes, posts and other sections originate from this species, and yet, despite its ubiquity, spruce has historically struggled to gain widespread […]Read More
Committed to continuously improving service for their valued customers, Wolman has recently announced the establishment of a new UK warehousing and distribution setup. This development will allow UK customers to purchase and pay directly within the UK, ensuring significantly faster deliveries and smoother supply chain integration. Richard Gulland, Wolman’s Accounts Manager for UK & Ireland, […]Read More
As the construction and infrastructure sectors sharpen their sustainability ambitions, long lasting preserved timber continues to offer one of the most efficient pathways to reducing embodied carbon. Modern preservatives significantly extend service life, locking carbon away for decades and reducing the need for replacement. Among the most widely adopted and trusted systems are Tanalith® E, […]Read More
A small step that makes a big difference to timber performance. Every fencing contractor knows that timber’s biggest weakness isn’t on the surface — it’s at the ends. Every time a post, rail, or gate board is cut or drilled, the protective envelope created during pressure treatment is broken, exposing the end grain to moisture, […]Read More
