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Exterior Solutions: Expert News & Advice on Decking & Cladding

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Architectural Charred Accoya® Doors by Real Doors Ltd

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How to choose the best composite decking

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Get expert news and advice from professional suppliers of Shou Sugi Ban® charred timber, as well as hardwood and composite decking boards.

Are you looking for advice about charred timber cladding and the finishes available? Or perhaps you’re looking for stunning hardwood or composite decking? What ever you are after, we can offer assistance. We will advise on using or specifying our products. Take a look at our news and advice for the latest information about our products and advice.

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Pride of Place in Bradford City Redevelopment

As the City of Culture 2025, Bradford hosted an exciting variety of events and exhibitions. These were widely attended by the community, as well as

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Is Timber Cladding a Sustainable Construction Material?

Trees harvested from Managed Forests Timber is the oldest building material. We can see examples of centuries-old timber buildings in countries across the globe. There

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A display board shows 16 rectangular wood samples in various colors and grain patterns—highlights of 2025. Behind the board, patterned cushions rest on a bench with dark wood paneling.

What Are the Advantages of Charred Timber Compared to Standard Timber Cladding?

As an architect or building developer, you’ll know that the Timber in Construction roadmap supports the move towards timber buildings. However, not every timber is

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Oak Charred Shou Sugi Ban

Shou Sugi Ban™ for Boutique Hotels, Shops & Restaurants

Interior Design to Provide an Immersive Customer Experience Following on from our article on the application of charred timber in modern architectural design, we explore

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Highlights of 2025

With the final days of 2025 in sight, we wanted to share our Christmas opening times and a few highlights of 2025. Open for Business

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A gravel garden with a black wooden pergola, raised decking, and wooden planters showcases the beauty of timber in construction. Tall fencing in black and brown frames the space, while bushes and trees grow behind.

Visit Our Timber Cladding Showroom

We are delighted to invite you to visit our timber cladding showroom. Opened in 2025, this new facility offers a space for architects, clients, joiners

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Karl Harrison Designs Accoya® Decking with Exterpark Magnet System for an Ugly House
Accoya® Decking with Exterpark Magnet System
Accoya® Decking with Exterpark Magnet System
Accoya® Decking with Exterpark Magnet System
Accoya Exterpark Magnet System decking
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Karl Harrison Designs Accoya® Decking with Exterpark Magnet System for an Ugly House

A Collaboration Between Design and Innovation When architect and television presenter George Clarke needed a decking specialist for Channel 4’s Ugly House to Lovely House,

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Is It Safe To Use Timber in Construction?

Timber is a practical and proven building material. It offers structural integrity, design versatility and aesthetic appeal. What’s more, it is a low-carbon building material,

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Garden Design Success

The first Rutland Flower Show was held in August. The event was a showcase of floral displays and garden design, with produce, plant and craft

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Marrying Old & New in Architectural Design

Heritage buildings have innate character, which makes them a desirable project. However, without considered renovation, the original features that attracted you to the building can

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