Out of all building products, timber has the lowest embodied energy, meaning that low amounts of energy are used in production, transportation and distribution of products, including timber flooring. When compared to other flooring covers, such as carpet and tiles, timber stands out, showing a marked difference and significantly lower embodied energy rating.
In comparison to imported hardwoods, the native, Australian varieties speak even louder when it comes to benefits to the environment. Harvesting and manufacturing comes at a local level, meaning less shipping and less fossil fuel required for transportation.
In addition to these factors, timber is a recyclable material and if thrown into landfill, is biodegradable. Timber can also be remanufactured into new products, including our very own range of recycled timber floors, made from old fences, heritage building sites and basically anything that gives that unique look.
Information supplied by Timber Floors Magazine, Australian Timber Flooring Association and Boral Timber.



