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Accoya vs. Red Grandis

When choosing timber for external applications such as windows, doors, or architectural features, two options stand out: Accoya and Engineered…

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Joiner sands window frame in factory setting.

9 Essential Questions to Ask Your Joiner About Your Windows and Doors

When choosing timber windows and doors, aesthetics are often the first thing people think about. You want products that look…

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The Process Behind Engineered Red Grandis: Growth, Harvesting, and Lamination

Why is Red Grandis Sustainable? We choose Engineered Red Grandis for its performance and sustainability. How is Red Grandis Grown…

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A stack of newly constructed Red Grandis timber window frames, placed on a red pallet inside a busy workshop. The frames showcase the natural light brown color and smooth finish of the sustainable wood. The background reveals various tools, materials, and woodworking equipment, highlighting an active joinery environment.

The Environmental Benefits of Using Red Grandis Timber

Choosing the right timber is crucial for sustainable construction. At Gowercroft Joinery, we are committed to using materials that not…

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Character red brick cottage with georgian sash windows and a character door. Desplite being flooded, the windows and doors look good as new.

Why Accoya is the Best Timber for Moisture-Resistant Windows and Doors

When selecting timber for wood windows or wooden doors in moisture-prone areas, Accoya stands out as the ultimate choice. Its…

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Top 6 Reasons to Choose Accoya Wood for Your Custom Doors

When you’re choosing wood for custom doors, it’s important to pick a material that’s not just beautiful but built to…

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Red brick front elevation with three intricate timber french doors in white, featuring vacuum glass. These are surrounded by wisteria.

10 Years of Pioneering Vacuum Glazing in Heritage Windows

From Pilkington Spacia™ to LandVac At Gowercroft Joinery, we have always been at the forefront of innovation in heritage window…

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An image split in half: Left Side - Conflict Timber/Over-Harvesting: Show a devastated tropical forest area with stumps, felled trees, and signs of illegal logging, such as makeshift unsafe equipment or paths. The scene should evoke the damage and environmental degradation caused by unsustainable practices. Right Side - Well-Managed Forests: Contrast this with a lush, thriving pine forest filled with healthy trees, with clear signs of sustainable management, such replanting efforts and wildlife.

Sustainable Timber Choices: Why We Avoid Certain Woods

Choosing the right timber is critical for both quality and sustainability. At Gowercroft Joinery, we are committed to using materials…

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An image of a small oak sapling next to a full-grown pine tree, showing the contrast in their growth stages. The sapling represents the early stages of growth, while the mature pine tree towers over it, symbolizing the differences in growth rates between these two types of trees.

Accoya vs. Traditional Timbers: Why Accoya Beats Oak

Wood choice is crucial to crafting high-quality timber windows and doors. At Gowercroft Joinery, we’re often asked if we use…

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