Engineering insights for timber construction.
Technical articles, specification notes and project commentary from our in-house structural engineers and the wider Rothoblaas UK network.
TLL vs SNK vs HTS-HT: Which Timber Screw for Which Job?
Why Choosing the Right Timber Screw MattersUsing the wrong screw in a timber connection isn't just a cosmetic issue — it can affect structural integrity, long-term durability, and the finish of your project. Whether y...
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Stainless vs Coated Screws: What's the Difference?
Stainless or coated screws? Learn the real difference, when each one matters, and why the wrong choice causes rust stains and failed fixi...
Wood Screws Explained: Which Type for Which Job?
Confused by wood screws? This plain-English guide explains the main types, heads, threads and coatings, so you pick the right screw for t...
How to Fix Fence Posts Without Concrete
You don't always need concrete to set a fence post. Learn how bolt-down and drive-in post bases let you fix posts faster, cleaner and wit...
Which Post Fixings for a Garden Fence or Pergola?
Post bases, anchors or concrete? A clear guide to choosing the right post fixings for a garden fence, pergola or carport, so your posts s...
How to Stop Your Deck Rotting: Joist Protection Explained
Most decks rot from the joists up. Learn how joist protection tape stops water destroying your substructure, and how to make your deck l...
Hidden vs Visible Deck Fixings: Which Should You Use?
Concealed deck connectors or screws through the face? A clear comparison of hidden and visible deck fixings, with the pros, cons and cos...
How Many Decking Screws Do You Need?
A simple way to work out how many decking screws you need for your project, with a worked example and a handy rule of thumb. Order the r...
How to Choose the Right Decking Screws
Stainless or coated? What size? Which screws suit hardwood, softwood or composite decking? A simple, expert guide to choosing decking sc...
Mass Timber Products and Passive House Building Materials Explained
An introduction to mass timber products and how they support passive house building. Learn how CLT, glulam and the right fixings deliver...
Glulam Timber: A Guide to Engineered Timber Construction in the UK
What glulam timber is, how it is made, and why engineered timber construction is transforming UK building. A practical guide from TimbA ...
Cross Laminated Timber (CLT): How It Works and Where It's Used
A clear guide to cross laminated timber (CLT) — how it is made, its structural advantages, and how CLT panels are connected. Engineering-...
Mass timber in 2026: a turning point for UK construction
Why 2026 marks a turning point for UK mass timber: policy momentum, expanding fire and structural research, engineered wood outperforming...