C16 timber: supporting a transition to more sustainable timber specification in the UK

Author: Trust UK C16 Timber

Date published

2 July 2026

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Free
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C16 timber: supporting a transition to more sustainable timber specification in the UK

The Structural Engineer

Author

Trust UK C16 Timber

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 104, Issue 7, 2026, Page(s) 20-23

Date published

2 July 2026

Author

Trust UK C16 Timber

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 104, Issue 7, 2026, Page(s) 20-23

Price

Free

This feature explores the grading, specifications and properties of C16 timber in the UK.

Additional information

Format:
PDF
Pages:
20-23
Publisher:
The Institution of Structural Engineers

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Timber Issue 7

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