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August 3, 2026

Home-grown C16 or imported C24? The debate reshaping Britain’s timber market

The United Kingdom has rarely questioned its dependence on imported timber. For decades, overseas suppliers have provided the volumes needed by one of Europe's largest construction markets, allowing domestic sawmills to operate alongside a well-established network of Scandinavian and Baltic exporters.  Today, however, the conversation is beginning to change. The shift is not being driven by trade disputes or concerns over the competitiveness of imported timber. Instead, it reflects a broader reassessment of how Britain uses the timber it already produces. As the government promotes greater use of wood in construction while pursuing an ambitious housebuilding ...

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