Brettstapel

A solid timber construction system, it has no glues or nails. Fabricated from softwood timber posts connected with hardwood timber dowels which have a moisture content lower than the posts; over time the dowels expand locking the timber together.

A solid timber construction system, it has no glues or nails. Fabricated from softwood timber posts connected with hardwood timber dowels which have a moisture content lower than the posts; over time the dowels expand locking the timber together.


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You will find this material in: Cabinet B

Geographic availability
Europe
Origin / Location of manufacturing / Processing plant
Germany
Application and typical uses of the product

This relatively simple method of construction does not use glues or nails and can be used to make beautiful, low carbon, healthy buildings that are quick and easy to build. With Brettstapel normally manufactured entirely out of untreated timber, it is important to stress that glue is not necessary. The exclusion of glue and nails (which are seen in other solid timber systems) means a healthier indoor air quality can be achieved, while the timber itself locks in vast amounts of carbon dioxide without emitting harmful toxins found in other materials.

Breakdown of Product

100% timber (softwood boards with hardwood dowels)

Embodied energy (Processing plant emissions). How much energy is used to produce the product? kWh per annum or kgCO2
Data not supplied
Thermal conductivity (k) W/m°C or Thermal transmittance (U-value) - W/m2°C (If applicable)
k = 0.16 W/m°C
Is the resource Renewable or Finite?
renewable
Reliability/ Maintenance: Frequency (times per annum) and Associated costs (£ per annum)
None
Does the material need to be processed further or treated by the user
Flame retardant required in exposed interior surface. Organic flame retardants are available.
Buildability - how complex is installation? What skill level is required?
Crane required
Types, textures, specifications and colours currently available
Structurally, manufacturers can produce panels up to 12-15metres in length, although a seven-metre span is more readily achievable with a 210-250mm deep panel. 3 finsihes available - Industrial, standard and fine.
Supplier Name
Wood 100
Main Contact
Miles Montgomery
Telephone Number
+44 1475 568790