A seasonal timeline of Sitka spruce tree growth
The recent trend in climate has shown that UK temperatures are increasing. This varies from east to west and north to south, but in general summers are getting warmer and …
Survey of British sawmills on “alternative” species
Sitka spruce will continue to be the main commercial species in the British Isles, but there are reasons to also consider wider planting of other species to better serve the …
Potential for visual grading of tiling and cladding battens from British spruce
Cladding and tiling battens are not structural timber, but they sometimes need to be designed to ensure correct performance for criteria such as strength, deflection, fire and fastener holding capacity. …
A brief look at alternative tree species in the UK
The UK’s commercial forestry is based largely on one species, Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis), which provides wood fibre for a wide range of uses, including construction, pallets and packing, fencing, …