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Timber Cladding

Our experts on cladding are the Timber Decking and Cladding Association (www.tdca.org.uk).

You’ll find we have all the information you need to help you choose the right species, perfect the design detailing, enjoy trouble-free installation and maintain your cladding to keep its looks for years to come. Although it’s designed for architects, our video-based CPD Cladding module will give you all the information you need to achieve a successful project.Up to date information about fire safety and the latest building regulations are in the technical info section below.

For further information email info@tdca.org.uk or call 01977 558 147.

CPD for Architects & Designers

Timber Cladding

This CPD feature has been produced by Wood Campus in co-operation with the Timber Decking and Cladding Association and accredited by the RIBA. It covers all the important issues you need to be familiar with if you are to specifying timber cladding, from sustainability to case studies, types, fixings and detailing. Once you have completed all sections of the module (ensure the progress bar for each section is complete) and successfully assessed your knowledge, you will be able print your CPD certificate.

DIY Project Advice

Interior Projects

interior building ready to display the selected timber options selected via the interactive design tool

An interactive design tool created by Swedish Wood which allows you to explore design possibilities inside your home – Scandi-style. Click on image above to start designing!

Resources

Specification Sheets

Trä! Architecture Magazine Online