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Timber Use Classes Explained (and Why They Matter)

Timber use classes define the exposure conditions timber will experience during its service life. From dry internal environments to external and ground-contact applications, correct use class specification is essential for[...]

MVHR: A Comprehensive Beginners Guide

Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) has become a cornerstone of modern, high‑performance homes. As buildings become more airtight to meet energy and carbon targets, traditional ventilation strategies are no[...]

What is MMC – and Why It’s Reshaping the Future of Construction

They’re fast becoming a central pillar of how the UK designs, manufactures and delivers buildings—driven by the need for higher quality, improved sustainability, programme certainty and a more resilient construction[...]

Novo Timber attains SSIP Accreditation

We’re pleased to announce that Novo Timber has successfully completed its first SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement) assessment — an important milestone in our continued journey towards robust governance, safer[...]

Decrement Delay in Timber Frame Homes: Why Modern Offsite Timber Construction Delivers Superior Thermal Comfort

Modern offsite timber frame homes have become one of the most energy-efficient and climate-resilient building methods available today. While speed, sustainability, and precision manufacturing often get the spotlight, there’s another[...]

Foundations for a Low Carbon Future, Recapped.

At Foundations for a Low-Carbon Future — an event we were proud to sponsor — architects, engineers, planners and researchers came together to explore a key question: how can the[...]

How Off-Site Timber Frame Panels Cut Carbon and Waste on Site

As the construction industry faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, off-site timber frame construction is emerging as one of the most effective ways to build sustainably. By moving[...]

RIBA Exeter Event – Sponsored By Novo Timber

We are delighted to announce that we are a topic sponsor for the Exeter branch of the RIBA, for their upcoming event; Foundations for a Low Carbon Future: Rethinking Construction[...]

Timber vs Masonry: A Comparison

Across the UK, timber frame construction is often misunderstood. In this article, our Sales & Pre-Construction Manager, Simon, cuts through the myths and takes a clear look at the features[...]

Team News – Simon Dickinson

We are delighted to welcome Simon Dickinson to the novo timber team in the role of Sales & Pre-Construction Manager. Novo Timber place quality at the heart of what we[...]

Understanding Embodied Carbon in Construction: Why It Matters

In an era where sustainable construction has never been more crucial, timber frame technology stands as a beacon of environmental responsibility in the building industry. Today, we're exploring why this[...]

Building Performance: Why Timber Frame Homes Excel

In an era where sustainable construction has never been more crucial, timber frame technology stands as a beacon of environmental responsibility in the building industry. Today, we're exploring why this[...]

The Future of Sustainable Construction : Understanding Timber Frame

In an era where sustainable construction has never been more crucial, timber frame technology stands as a beacon of environmental responsibility in the building industry. Today, we're exploring why this[...]