Environmentally Minded Decking Options from Wilson Timbers

If the environmental issues are not enough to cause you to rethink whether you should use Kwila/Merbau tannin staining should cause you to think twice.

Illegal logging of rainforests is an issue that we cannot ignore. Sadly, some of the timber currently being imported, sold and used commercially in Australia originates from illegal logging in tropical rainforest areas in Asia.

Global deforestation is an environmental problem that results in higher levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. It is also a significant cause of global biodiversity decline. This can impact not only flora and fauna, but also local communities and villages in remote areas who rely on forests as sources of food, clean water and shelter.

Consumer demand here in Australia, and overseas contributes directly to this problem as rainforests are fast being logged for commercial and domestic use. The sale of illegally logged timbers undermines the economic viability of ethically sourced and managed plantation timbers.

Tannin staining from Kwila/Merbau is also a problem and can leave unsightly brown stains on surrounding areas.

There was a time when Kwila was the cheapest hardwood decking on the market, you will find now that Australian hardwood has now become very affordable and in most cases the cost will be the same or cheaper than Kwila and with the obvious advantages... Australian Hardwood or FSC Certified Hardwood is the only option.

The choices we make as consumers are powerful!