When you specify or purchase an Iron Woods® brand product you’re investing in more than just a piece of wood, your investing in the peace of mind that comes with taking an active role as forest stewards and joining a successful environmental partnership by supporting sound environmental purchasing policies which reinforce environmentally responsible forestry practices.
Too good to be true? Not really. You see, Timber Holdings Intl. Iron Woods® are available at the same (or lower) price as comparable grades of cedar, pine and redwood. Each piece is clear and straight, eliminating sorting and waste. Because of their superior structural qualities, less material is required per job. Add to that the fact that less maintenance is required versus other materials and Timber Holdings Intl. Iron Woods® are actually less expensive over the life of any outdoor construction project.
Timber Holdings Intl. works closely with government agencies, sawmills and foresters from all over the world to ensure that Timber Holdings Intl. Iron Woods® are sustainably managed. All Iron Woods® are regenerated either naturally or by seeding and replanting and are third party certified as having been produced from legally harvested logs in compliance with all international laws and regulations pertaining to the harvest and trade of both temperate and tropical forest products. Timber Holdings Intl., Inc. remains committed to the protection and preservation of the world's valuable timber resources and is pleased to bring the benefits of these unique timber products to you.
Recent trends in the specification and application of synthetic non-renewable resource-based products are a growing concern for this industry. The empty promise of lower maintenance and unproven performance distracts from the long term inpact that these petroleum-based, non-biodegradable products will have on the environment.
In addition to reducing the use of non renewable mineral and petroleum based products, consumers need to understand that agro-based products like soy based plastics and bio fuels come with their own impacts as well. As world demand for agro-based substitutes increase so does the demand for agricultural land and cultivation. Many people are familiar with the devastating effects of the agriculturally-driven burning of the world's tropical forests. While this trend had been in decline, recent, increased demand for soy and sugar is now causing a resurgence of pressure on the tropical forests. It must be clearly understood that the world's forests can only be preserved if they have more economic value other than alternative land use.
Consumers not only need to preference natural forest products they need to be willing to understand that the more value they give forest products the more forests will be protected. Consumers also need to support through consumption those brands that are environmentally committed through active support of those organizations that are making a difference.
Timber Holdings Intl. has a demonstrated commitment to transforming markets towards ecologically sensitive models through membership and participation in environmental organizations and programs dedicated to achieving forest sustainability and raised social conciousness.
We take many additional steps to help protect and preserve the worlds forest resources by promoting the use of forest products over non renewable resource based alternatives. Here are some more of the things we do:
"We feel Timber Holdings is a very reputable company. Their heart is in the right place."
— Francine Stephens, 'Rainforest Alliance'"This particular company has done everything it can to be doing the right thing from an environmental point of view."
— Dr. Patrick Moore, Founding member of ‘Greenpeace’ and ‘GreenSpirit’