Aimed at architects, landscape designers, timber merchants and builders, the seminars will focus on practical aspects of decking, such as design, building regulations and timber treatment.

Presenters will include Eddie Pearce, European marketing director, American Softwoods; Colin Young, managing director, Deckor Timber and deck maintenance expert Thomas Rathbone.

Mr Pearce commented: “It is essential that everyone in the industry, especially newcomers, is aware of the quality standards relating to timber deck design and the use and performance of timber outdoors.”

The seminar dates are: January 25, High Wycombe; February 22, Loughborough; March 8, Basildon; March 22, Dublin. For more details, call American Softwoods on 01494 451000.