The association is to embark on a series of meetings with housebuilders to iron out the industry’s needs in the hope it can turn timber into a standard product. It is also considering lobbying government to link energy performance to mortgage rates.
The UKTFA said it would set out an analysis of the English market covering the housebuilding process from wastage on site to standardised components.
"The importance of timber frame construction is increasing as sustainability moves higher up the agenda. It is one of the best ways to deliver quality, low carbon homes and we’re keen to work collaboratively with the housebuilders," said UKTFA chairman Lawrence Young.
Timber products make up only 10% of English housebuilding. The association has been working with companies, such as Crest Nicholson, in recent months to better understand their businesses.
"We are learning about their businesses and understanding their issues to see if we can improve the fit into their operations. Working together we are moving one step closer to changing the industry mindset and culture. The housebuilders have been extremely co-operative," Mr Young said.
The association said it was looking into joining bodies, such as RICS, in lobbying to link mortgage rates to energy performance. "To meet increasing energy standards we must change the way we think and change the way we build," Mr Young said.
