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Timber is the worlds most sustainable resource as a renewable building material. It can be planted, harvested, regenerated and given value to in Scotland. Within the UK the felling of trees, apart from a few special exemptions, requires approval from the Forestry Commission. Tree felling therefore must comply with a code of practice for sustainable forest management. By choosing to use Scottish hardwood, Falkirk Wood is utilizing timber from a renewable resource. Thereby helping to sustain the broadleaf woodland, by encouraging its ongoing management for the benefit of the local natural environment and you. The environmental benefit of felling trees may not be apparent to most, however the felling of trees from managed sustainable woodland does reap environmental benefits for now and the future. Management of woodlands mean protection of wooded areas and open spaces with natural ecosystems preserving the biodiversity of the land. It makes the woodland self sufficient by generating income, which is fed back into it, ensuring the forests future and making trees one of the best sustainable resources that we have. If the wood wasn't used it would end up needlessly in the now burgeoning land fill sites, instead of being used and given value as a sustainable resource. All of Falkirk Wood's hardwoods are from sustainable resources. Our suppliers have a policy of regenerating the renewable resources of the planet. We believe in high quality joinery from high quality timbers. A high quality product will always outlast that of a less well made one giving you longer to enjoy and appreciate it. Moreover it will have used less of the valuable resources in its lifetime, compared to products that need to be replaced frequently. For the environment, the best thing for us to do is make things that last. |
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Contact: Andrew Seatter or Alan Falconer, Falkirk Wood |
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