Wood is sustainable, renewable, and generally less energy-intensive to process compared to other construction materials, including concrete and steel. Wood is an available resource that is biodegradable and easy to dispose of.
Great Southern sources wood from New Zealand’s plantation estate which meets industry environmental standards and is sustainably managed. Most of the commercial estate has third-party environmental certification, where companies work to audited sustainability criteria.
WOODmark®
Great Southern Group is a licensed member of the WOODmark®. The WOODmark® programme is an independent, national quality assurance brand for timber treatment. Each Great Southern plant is certified under WOODmark® independent quality assurance programme, ensuring your timber meets the highest standards including compliance with NZS 3640, and AS/NZS 1604 New Zealand’s treatment standards.
Why Treated Wood
Timber is a versatile and sustainable building material, but not all species are equally durable. While some timber species naturally resist insect attacks and decay, Pinus Radiata, the most commonly used timber in New Zealand and widely in Australia, lacks this natural durability. This makes it essential to treat Radiata Pine to meet Building Code requirements and consumer expectations, ensuring it lasts as long as it should in various applications
Properly treated timber remains strong, resistant to decay, and protected against insects, making it a dependable choice for long-term structural integrity in a wide range of applications.
Treating timber is essential to extend its lifespan. By doing so, we not only protect our wood products but also contribute to the conservation of our forest resources by reducing the need for frequent harvesting.