Resources for DIYers
Inspiration, guides and more
Explore the sections below to find valuable tools and information to support your next DIY project in timber.
Pine, the Perfect Choice
Wood is perfect for DIY projects thanks to its versatility, ease of use, and timeless aesthetic, enabling you to create everything from custom furniture to stylish home accents.
Helpful Resources
Choosing the Right Timber
Find out more about how timber is graded and how to choose the right timber strength and preservative grade for the job in hand.
News and Updates
Keep up to date with all of the news from the New Zealand timber industry.
FAQ’s
Find answers to our frequently asked questions about timber.
Discover our collection of design guides and inspirational resources, specially curated to assist you in your timber DIY projects.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned DIY enthusiast, our downloadable materials provide the essential tools, knowledge, and creative ideas to ensure your timber projects are beautifully crafted and successfully completed. Let our resources inspire your next build and help you achieve excellence in every DIY timber application.
DIY Inspiration
Timber your Building Choice
Specifying Timber
Timber Fence Ideas
Timber Deck Ideas
Timber Floor Ideas
Timber Pergola Ideas
Useful Websites
Verified Timber
A quality assurance programme designed to ensure that structural timber meets its claimed strength and stiffness characteristics. Find out how to ensure that the wood you’re using is the right strength.
Make it Wood
The Make it Wood programme aims to encourage the increased use of responsibly sourced wood as a building material and a main choice for furniture, toys, and other household items.
NZ Timber Preservation Council
The (NZTPC) is the leading authority on timber treatment in NZ and the proprietor of the WOODmark® quality assurance programme. Learn how timber is preserved to different levels depending on its purpose, and how to choose the right timber for your next DIY project.
Forest Stewardship Council
The Forest Stewardship Council has lots of important information about responsible forest management. Find out how to ensure that the timber you use has come from an FSC certified source.
Passive House Institute NZ
PHINZ advocate for healthy, highly energy-efficient homes and buildings in Aotearoa NZ. Find out more about how to achieve a low or no energy home.
PEFC
PEFC is an international organization that promotes sustainable forest management by providing independent certification and ensuring responsible sourcing of forest products worldwide.
Whatever the job - Always choose strong, treated timber
WOODmark®
When buying treated timber, always look for the WOODmark® symbol to ensure you’re getting durable and safe wood. The WOODmark® programme guarantees that timber products meet strict New Zealand standards for treatment and preservation. Choosing timber with this certification provides peace of mind that your materials are reliable and long-lasting for your projects.
Verified Timber
When undertaking DIY projects, always look for the Verified Timber sign to ensure you're purchasing strong, high-quality wood. The Verified Timber programme guarantees that timber products meet strict New Zealand standards for strength and reliability. Choosing timber with this certification provides peace of mind that your materials are safe and structurally sound.
Got a Question?
Answers to many of our frequently asked questions about NZ timber can be found on our FAQ page.