If you are familiar with our blog here at EcoChoice, you have probably heard us talking about our eco-friendly timber...
At EcoChoice, we frequently talk about the fact that the timber we supply around the UK is FSC-certified. It might be a term you have heard before or a certification logo you have seen on paper, cardboard or wooden products, but what does it actually mean?
If you are installing timber decking, there are two options for the type of timber you can choose: softwood or hardwood. Hardwood timber is usually the more durable choice. But before making your decision, it is important to know why so many people opt for this timber - you can then ensure that it is the right choice for your project.
What is the FSC, and why should it be a label you look out for when buying timber?
The FSC manage forests in a way that does not cause irreparable damage to the environment or communities within its locality. However, you might be wondering what the FSC is doing to tackle climate change and the effects of global warming, and we’ve put this piece together to enlighten you.
Want to know more about the FSC logo? This is a logo we’re all familiar with, but what’s behind it?
Many of us are starting to question whether companies are practising what they preach and that’s exactly why initiatives such...
As a supporter of the FSC®, our FSC® certified products mean projects big and small are also doing their bit for the environment. But how does choosing FSC® certified timber protect the forest ecosystems around the world?
What do you do if a product does not have the FSC® logo on it? Is it still FSC® certified or is it from a non-certified or perhaps even illegal source? The product may in fact still be certified by the FSC, but there are a few steps you can take to ensure it is as outlined in this blog.
FSC stands for the Forest Stewardship Council which is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting responsible forest management worldwide. Here we explain why you should choose FSC certified products and explain why our forests need sustainable management.
EcoChoice have a had strong presence in the marine construction industry for many years, and in particular we have specialist experience in delivering timber components to piers, pontoons and marinas. In this article we look at the type of timber that we use for piers, why we use it, and look at two of the piers that we have helped with in recent years – Southend Pier and Hastings Pier.