TIIIMMMBBBEEERRRR! Wood is one of the longest-standing building materials in existence. It’s been used in construction as far back as the stone age, some 10,000 years ago. Since then we’ve found new and innovative ways to replace timber with the introduction of materials like steel and concrete.
Still, to this day timber is used to create amazing structures, from the humble log cabin right the way through to the famous Granot Loma in Michigan; an extravagant 26,000 square foot, 50-room house made from Oregon Pine. Impressive eh?!
It’s fitting that even at the forefront of solar shading in building innovation that the uncomplicated, straight forward and trusted material is still a favourite in the industry.
So, why should you choose timber solar shading for your building? Here’s 5 solid reasons why turning back to this tree-ditional (sorry) building material is a pine-tastic idea (we can’t help it). Feel free to axe any questions about timber here (too far?).
1. Go green or go home
Of course, it’s a great choice environmentally. It’s 100% renewable, completely biodegradable and compared with the carbon footprint that comes with steel and aluminium, there’s no better choice – especially when it comes with a clear conscience like our PEFC certified Medera Timber Louvres.
There’s also another bang for your buck when you use timber brise soleil systems; they deflect the sun’s rays from entering a building, meaning there’s way less need to use the air-conditioning in the summer months. Besides saving the world, you’ll be saving money on your energy bills too – Ka-ching.
2. Timber brise soleil just looks great
Let’s face it, timber has an effortless charm and can soften down the harshest of buildings. Whether you’re going for an eco-build or something traditional, adding a slice of nature really gives a multi-dimensional finish to your building.
3. Timber’s the answer… What’s your question?
The versatility of timber is one of the reasons it’s been a building material for centuries. It comes in a plethora of colours, textures and qualities. It can be hard or soft and can resist a significant amount of load.
Timber solar shading louvres come in a range of wood types from Western Red Cedar, Siberian Larch, Accoya and Thermowood to European Oak and Meranti. The desired physical appearance of your building is obviously up to you, with the wide range of timber louvres species available, you’ll never be stumped and without a choice.
4. Timber has so much character
The thing with aluminium louvres is they’re homogenous, meaning everything about them is predictable. Timber louvres on the other hand are the opposite. Timber changes over time, it’s unpredictable and every piece behaves differently. It’s unique and comes with (probably) a rich history; if timber could talk, oh the stories it would tell!
Solinear’s Medera product range is a cut above the rest and can be specified across a wide range of projects from timber solar shading and timber louvre screens, to timber louvre doors and timber ventilation. You can find out more about it HERE
