The Forestry Commission, Aberdeen-based Robert Gordon University (RGU) and the Association of Scottish Hardwood Sawmillers are behind guidance material designed to support a perceived growth in demand for Scottish hardwoods.
This includes an information note prepared by RGU’s Una Lee which presents the key findings of a study into the supply of timber products to the mainstream building industry in Scotland. The publication identifies core customers, describes the processes/procedures that influence purchasing decisions, and identifies the key characteristics of a successful timber product supplier to the building industry.
The other publications cover Scottish hardwood flooring in particular: a colour leaflet describes flooring options, characteristics and availability; while a guidance document from RGU offers advice to specifiers, purchasers, contractors and the home build market on the installation and maintenance of solid hardwood flooring.
Further information is available from Derek Nelson at the Forestry Commission.
