Composite decking has a lot to offer over traditional wood options. Easy maintenance, for one. Composite decking—an amalgam of ground-up wood and plastic formed into planks—doesn’t ever need to be ...

It is one of the weekend household activities of to-do that flows from often the best-oriented intentions to the backache ...

Composite structural systems that integrate timber and concrete have emerged as a promising solution in modern construction, combining the unique strengths of each material. By harnessing the high ...

A new report and a video presentation support the concept of a steel and timber composite system for mid- and high-rise buildings. The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and Skidmore, ...

Composite panel products made in North America are among the greenest building materials in the world. Composite wood panels, including medium density fiberboard (MDF), particleboard, hardboard and ...

Decks can be a popular addition that allows you to better enjoy your outdoor space—and to increase the value of your home. But when it comes time to choose between composite, hard wood, and even ...

The reinforcement of timber beams using composite materials has emerged as a transformative strategy in modern structural engineering. Researchers have developed innovative methods for enhancing the ...

If you manufacture finished goods that contain particleboard, medium density fiberboard (MDF) or hardwood plywood (HWPW), then you likely have been preparing to comply with the Environmental ...

The natural look of wood, without the weight, maintenance difficulties, or expense. That’s what our Timber Series finishes are all about. With the beauty of both traditional and exotic wood-grain ...

The research team, led by University of Southern Queensland Chief Investigator Dr Wahid Ferdous, aims to replace timber transoms, a type of railway sleeper used in bridges, with a new material made ...