The TimbA Journal

Engineering insights for timber construction.

Technical articles, specification notes and project commentary from our in-house structural engineers and the wider Rothoblaas UK network.

Vol. 02 · No. 14 August 2026 Published fortnightly
TLL vs SNK vs HTS-HT: Which Timber Screw for Which Job?
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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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TimberTech Buildings software: a clear guide for UK engineers, students, and educators
Engineering

TimberTech Buildings software: a clear guide for UK engineers, students, and educators

A clear guide to TimberTech Buildings, the structural design software for CLT, platform frame, and post-and-beam timber, with UK demos, t...

Mass timber can transform UK housing: faster builds, lower carbon, better homes
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Mass timber can transform UK housing: faster builds, lower carbon, better homes

How mass timber can reshape UK housing: lower embodied carbon, faster offsite delivery, lighter foundations, and warmer, healthier homes,...

Where to buy premium timber screws in the UK: shop Rothoblaas and Holztechnic at TimbA Systems
Engineering

Where to buy premium timber screws in the UK: shop Rothoblaas and Holztechnic at TimbA Systems

Where to buy premium timber screws in the UK: TimbA Systems stocks Rothoblaas and Holztechnic structural fixings for CLT, glulam, decking...

Rothoblaas screws: a simple guide to choosing the right fasteners for timber, metal, and concrete
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Rothoblaas screws: a simple guide to choosing the right fasteners for timber, metal, and concrete

A simple guide to choosing Rothoblaas screws for timber, metal, and concrete: thread types, head styles, steel grades and coatings, appro...

Rothoblaas in the UK: how to buy through TimbA Systems
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Rothoblaas in the UK: how to buy through TimbA Systems

How to buy genuine Rothoblaas products in the UK through TimbA Systems: weekly shipments from Italy, a decade of expertise, Holztechnic r...

TimbA Systems: UK TimberTech representative powering mass timber design and delivery
CLT

TimbA Systems: UK TimberTech representative powering mass timber design and delivery

TimbA Systems is the UK TimberTech representative, bringing CLT and platform frame analysis software, fire and seismic modules, consultin...

Premium Torx fixation systems: why carpenters choose Rothoblaas, stocked in the UK by TimbA Systems
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Premium Torx fixation systems: why carpenters choose Rothoblaas, stocked in the UK by TimbA Systems

Why carpenters choose Rothoblaas Torx screws — better grip, faster installs, and stronger joints — and how TimbA Systems keeps premium fi...

Torx timber screws: the simple buying guide for UK carpenters
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Torx timber screws: the simple buying guide for UK carpenters

A plain-English guide to choosing small, heavy-duty, big-size and outdoor Torx timber screws, with Holztechnic by Rothoblaas quality and ...

Advancing timber, together: how TimbA leads sustainable architecture
Engineering

Advancing timber, together: how TimbA leads sustainable architecture

TimbA stands for Advancement, Alliance, and Architecture — uniting Rothoblaas products, TimberTech software, engineering consultancy, and...

Why mass timber resorts save cost, build faster, and delight investors
CLT

Why mass timber resorts save cost, build faster, and delight investors

How mass timber transforms hospitality development — faster builds, lower total cost, lighter foundations, stronger investor returns, and...

Timber frame vs block: how long does it take to build a 3 bedroom house in the UK?
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Timber frame vs block: how long does it take to build a 3 bedroom house in the UK?

Timber frame or traditional block? A stage-by-stage UK build-time comparison for a 3 bedroom house — 20–28 weeks for timber frame versus ...

Mass timber in the UK: a practical guide for developers and architects
CLT

Mass timber in the UK: a practical guide for developers and architects

A practical UK guide to mass timber for developers and architects — covering CLT and glulam, fire and acoustic compliance, cost confidenc...