Reducing chemical use in the garden
Dated: 30/09/2001
These days, TV garden makeover shows can be as much about installing decking, pergolas and elaborate fencing as they are about actual flowers and shrubs. Yet, with the installation of so much timber, the effect of timber treatments and finishes on our health and environment is never considered. It is good news, therefore, that Green Building Store, a new on-line and mail-order supplier, has just launched (Monday 1st October 2001) a range of eco-friendly products suitable for garden timber.
Green Building Store offers gardeners a range of high-performance timber treatments containing natural ingredients such as linseed and castor oils, woad extract and natural asphalt. These penetrate timber deeply, giving long-lasting protection, yet avoid the harmful ingredients of conventional treatments. The range includes natural alternatives to pressure treated timber, creosote and fence stains. A colourful range of low-maintenance natural paint finishes is also available.
Products can be ordered either on-line from www.greenbuildingstore.co.uk or by telephone on 01484 854898, and can be delivered within 48 hours. The Store also offers a wide range of other eco-friendly building products, including recycled insulation materials, paint stripper and much more.
According to Chris Herring, Director of Green Building Store, “People who try to avoid chemicals in their gardens often have no alternative to using conventionally-treated timber for fencing and garden structures. www.greenbuildingstore.co.uk provides an easy, safe and sustainable alternative”.