Timber framing: Backbone of quality homes

Timber framing is the backbone of high-quality homes, trusted for its reliability, efficiency and environmental benefits. While builders value its proven performance, today’s homeowners seek reassurance about sustainability and long-term value.

Timber framing offers:

• Natural insulation: Regulates indoor temperatures
• Energy efficiency: Lowers heating and cooling costs
• Sustainability: Renewable and carbon-storing.

Equip your team to confidently highlight timber’s advantages, reinforcing your expertise and building trust with clients. Let WoodSolutions help – download free resources or connect with our timber framing campaign manager today.

Revolutionary workwear 

Do you desire to work smarter, not harder? Turn to Portwest, whose innovative ranges of workwear, safety wear and PPE embrace this philosophy. Its products utilise cutting-edge techniques with long-lasting fabrics that are breathable on even the most sweltering days. In addition, safety is key for this firm, adhering to Australian safety codes and standards. 

‘Our clothes allow people to perform to the height of their abilities,’ says Paul Giles, Regional Sales Manager at Portwest. ‘We are committed to ensuring every worker is equipped with workwear that is safe, technologically advanced, eco-conscious, and respectful of their vocation.’

How to help your customers save

If you’re after a reliable heat pump that can deliver long-term energy savings for your clients, Rheem has you covered. Rheem has steady, hot and strong heat pumps in its range, suited to different household sizes and hot-water usage habits.

Each heat pump¹ has advanced wrap-around microchannel heating technology for faster water heating. Also, each system has a 2.4kW backup element to ensure your customers have a reliable supply of hot water.

Discover the power of curves

Intrim’s range of concave mouldings is perfect for curved walls, spiral staircases and unique architectural details.

Intrim’s expertly crafted concave profiles transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary interiors. Add depth, flow and a touch of sophistication to your projects with the seamless elegance of concave mouldings.

A new era of stone-inspired surfaces

Dekton’s Pietra Edition pays homage to the timeless elegance of Mediterranean natural stones. Each surface showcases the artistry of natural stone, offering a variety of textures, tones and finishes suited to diverse architectural styles.

Whether mirroring the soft veining of limestone or the bold character of travertine, these surfaces bring a refined, sophisticated look to any project.

Unlike traditional stone, the Pietra Edition Collection is designed for exceptional durability. Dekton’s advanced sintered stone technology makes it highly resistant to heat, scratches, UV rays and impact. Its near-zero porosity ensures it is impervious to water and stains, making it ideal for facades, flooring, countertops, and outdoor installations.

Dekton’s Pietra Edition Collection for Cosentino is produced using 99 per cent recycled water and 100 per cent renewable electricity, significantly reducing its environmental footprint.

Clean-up operation

For medium- to heavy-trade applications, such as roof restoration and concreting trade use, the Dewalt DXPW4415 pressure washer is efficient and effective.

DXPW4415 is equipped with a 15.2m steel-braided high-pressure hose, an ergonomic spray gun with an adjustable pressure regulator, side grip, and a 79cm stainless-steel lance. These components ensure the pressure washer gets the job done.

Available from Bunnings, DXPW4415 has a three-year engine warranty, five-year pump warranty, and 10-year frame warranty, ensuring lasting performance for heavy-duty users.

Illuminating spaces with bespoke elegance

At the heart of every interior lies the perfect balance of light and artistry. Zaia crafts bespoke chandeliers that blend innovation with timeless elegance. Its team of consultants, artisans and makers pour heart and expertise into every creation.

Its process is collaborative – bring your own inspiration, along with any space constraints, dimensions or budget considerations, and the Zaia team will create a custom lighting solution. Using quality materials, from dazzling crystals to premium metals, they craft chandeliers that transform interiors into captivating masterpieces.

Whether it’s in a grand foyer or a luxury residence, Zaia is there to bring your vision to life with light.

Acoustic wall treatment

Soundlina by Screenwood is the world’s first perforated acoustic timber ceiling and wall system, and is now available in a range of woodgrain finishes. Australian-designed and manufactured, this high-performance acoustic wall covering achieves superior noise reduction and speech clarity.

As a bonus, it enhances clients’ comfort and wellbeing. On the safety and eco front, Soundlina has a Group 1 fire rating and GreenTag certification. The simple installation process can be completed without a specialist joiner, while the easy clean surface reduces the need for ongoing maintenance.

Bathtubs with spirit

Argentinian designer Cecilia García Galofre redefines classic bathtubs. Under her brand Konqrit, she has released a series of handcrafted, freestanding bathtubs and basins.

Cecilia creates custom pieces made from fiberglass reinforced concrete, displaying different works by a range of creative artists. She mainly uses non-renewable natural raw materials, such as cement and quartz, with renewable materials such as wood.

Launched at last year’s Salone del Mobile.Milan, the Kongrit range would appeal to clients looking for a one-of-a-kind bathroom.

Quick fix

With building project timelines always tight, having the right materials on hand for quick fixes can make a significant difference in job efficiency. From patching small holes and cracks to preparing walls before painting, Gyprock’s One Patch provides an easy, single-application solution that ensures a smooth and professional finish.

Designed with same-day project completion in mind, One Patch is a smooth, lightweight, pre-mixed multi-purpose filler suitable for minor repairs in plasterboard, fibre cement, masonry, concrete and timber.

With fast-drying, non-cracking, and minimal shrinkage properties, it’s an ideal solution for builders, painters, and trades who require seamless repairs with minimal downtime. For damp environments and wet areas like bathrooms and laundries, the product provides moisture and mould resistance, ensuring a durable and lasting repair.

Spirit of suburban creativity

Blending nostalgia and contemporary design, Tait’s Billy Collection embodies the spirit of suburban creativity and innovation. The collaboration between Adam Goodrum and the Tait Design Studio has released a distinctive outdoor furniture collection.

Drawing inspiration from billycarts racing down sunlit streets, the design embraces ingenious integration of tubular forms by modernist designers.

The Billy dining table and chairs feature a robust stainless-steel frame that can be electropolished or powdercoated in a range of 20 UV-stable satin or textured colours. The Accoya timber option is available in six stains using environmentally responsible oils. All Tait products are manufactured in Melbourne, come with a five-year warranty and are designed to withstand harsh Australian conditions.

Efficiency & performance to hot water

Proudly designed and built in Australia, the Rinnai Enviroflo AR Series Electric Integrated Heat Pump offers a high-performance solution for efficient hot water. Available in 300L and 340L, the largest integrated residential heat pump capacity in the country, it caters to various site requirements with options for standard or hard water anodes.

Utilising the eco-friendly R290 refrigerant and featuring PV network compatibility via a dry contact relay connection, the Rinnai Enviroflo AR Series integrates seamlessly with solar energy systems, reducing environmental impact and energy costs.

When there are colder conditions or peak demand periods, the AR series’ single element boost guarantees hot-water availability. Engineered for Australia’s tough climate, it withstands water pressures up to 1000kPa, ensuring reliability and longevity.