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Timber Installation

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Reducing Costs in Timber Cladding Installation: Why Scaffolding Isn't Always Necessary

QTD Ltd

Jan 154 min read

Timber Installation

Reducing Costs in Timber Cladding Installation: Why Scaffolding Isn't Always Necessary

When it comes to installing exterior timber cladding on buildings, scaffolding has traditionally been the go-to method for reaching...

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Why Timber Cladding Should Never Be Your First Line of Defence Against Water

QTD Ltd

Jan 152 min read

Timber Installation

Why Timber Cladding Should Never Be Your First Line of Defence Against Water

Key Steps to Ensure Your Building Is Watertight First Timber cladding should not be required to make the property watertight because it...

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Timber Cladding Installation: Common Mistakes to Avoid

QTD Ltd

Oct 6, 20235 min read

Timber Installation

Timber Cladding Installation: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Are you ready to infuse your home with the timeless elegance of timber cladding? Just imagine it: your house, standing tall amidst the...

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How to Install Timber Cladding: A Step-by-Step Guide

QTD Ltd

Jul 21, 20234 min read

Timber Installation

How to Install Timber Cladding: A Step-by-Step Guide

Timber cladding is a popular choice for homeowners who want to give their home's exterior a natural and unique look. If you're...

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QTD Ltd - Yasemin Eryilmaz

Oct 14, 20222 min read

Key Considerations Buying Timber

Different Ways You Can Use Timber

The shift in how we see timber used in our houses has changed due to the understanding and appreciation of the warmth, practicality, and...

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The Ultimate Step by Step Guide on how to Clad your Roof.

QTD Ltd - Yasemin Eryilmaz

Sep 23, 20222 min read

Timber Installation

The Ultimate Step by Step Guide on how to Clad your Roof.

Step 1: Choosing your timber This project was the first of its kind to use our ThermoChar® ‘Snake-Skin’ ThermoWood Ash over the entire...

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QTD Ltd - Yasemin Eryilmaz

Aug 3, 20223 min read

Timber Installation

How to Fix and Install your Cladding!

Now you are all clued up about ordering your cladding, thanks to our "How to Order Cladding the Right Way!" blog, it's time to discover...

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QTD Ltd - Rebecca Jones

Jan 5, 20223 min read

Timber Installation

Installing your Decking

Not sure what fixings you should use to install your decking? Need some guidance on how to turn your garden makeover into a reality? Read...

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Using ThermoWoods in Saunas and for Hot Tubs

QTD Ltd - Rebecca Jones

Nov 17, 20212 min read

All About Timber Cladding

Using ThermoWoods in Saunas and for Hot Tubs

Thermally-modified timber (ThermoWood) is an extremely durable, stable and lightweight timber and has often been selected to be used in...

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QTD Ltd - Rebecca Jones

Nov 10, 20212 min read

All About Timber Cladding

Our Profiles

When it comes to profiles, it is important to know what way you would like to lay your boards and how you want the finished result to...

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QTD Ltd - Rebecca Jones

Nov 3, 20212 min read

Timber Installation

How To Create Fin-Style Cladding

Some of our most popular projects have incorporated fin-style cladding. This unique finish adds texture to your façade as well as an...

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The Pros and Cons of Softwood and Composite Frameworks

QTD Ltd - Rebecca Jones

Sep 22, 20213 min read

Timber Installation

The Pros and Cons of Softwood and Composite Frameworks

With so many structural framework options available to lay your deck boards on, the properties of these materials can be confusing. That...

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QTD Ltd - Rebecca Jones

Apr 7, 20215 min read

Timber Installation

How to install timber cladding

So, you're thinking of cladding your property in some shape or form! Amazing, you’ve made the right choice! Now, you need to think about...

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