TY - JOUR AB - Discusses the considerations to be made when specifying timber for building purposes, particularly BS classification and hardwood/softwood use. Considers the main factors in detail: strength, quality, sizes, moisture content, durability and preservation, fire resistance, and species. Concludes that, contrary to popular belief, timber is ecologically benign, and its use should be encouraged. VL - 10 IS - 3 SN - 0263-080X DO - 10.1108/02630809210032004 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/02630809210032004 AU - Houchen Christopher PY - 1992 Y1 - 1992/01/01 TI - A specifier’s guide to timber T2 - Structural Survey PB - MCB UP Ltd SP - 248 EP - 253 Y2 - 2024/05/07 ER -