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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
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
Use Class 4 treated timber: specifying, buying and installing
Approved Doc B (fire safety) volume 2: Buildings other than dwellings, 2019 edition incorporating 2022 and 2022 amendments
Timber Cladding (factsheet)
Approved Doc B (fire safety) volume 1: Dwellings, 2019 edition incorporating 2022 and 2022 amendments
External Timber Cladding and Fire Risk
The Timber Cladding Handbook (factsheet)