12 | LMA Timber: Wanaka Showroom REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT T T Aimee Wilson Hardwoods win out in construction On the inside, the showroom is adorned with a multitude of options ranging from rustic interiors to refined hardwood ply on the ceilings, to an engineered and solid wood floor. “Many people believe that just because it has an FSC certification sticker makes it ok....” It has been a busy year for LMA Timber with three new showrooms opened in Wanaka, Auckland and Tauranga in recent months, in addition to its Christchurch flagship showroom/warehouse. Owned and operated by Christchurch businessman Martin Thompson, in a joint partnership with the Caldwell Group, the company has fast become a market leader in supplying repurposed Australian hardwood to the construction industry. Its large selection of reclaimed timber is produced from milling old wharf and bridge beams, telephone power poles, and warehousing timbers – providing an environmental product with a minimal carbon footprint that many builders and architects are now requesting. The resulting products are unique, because not only are they reclaimed, they are also the hardest, most structural and durable timbers on the planet, used for both interior and exterior finishes. Martin says the harshness of the climate in the Queenstown Lakes district makes this product a perfect fit for the environment, with its superior performance combining with a pleasing aesthetic. The eucalypt species that LMA offers is class 1 – being a 40-year-plus durable product, compared to standard softwood products like cedar and thermally modified timber with just 15 to 40 years’ durability. The softwoods, in particular cladding, also come with extensive maintenance requirements to meet their warranties, whereas the hardwood can be left to weather off naturally. Anything that stands the test of time is a winner in the construction industry, and Australian hardwood is now a product of choice for architects, designers and builders alike. The new Wanaka showroom, constructed by Drew Iyson and the IC Builders team, features a reclaimed sleeper front fence, structural hardwood pergolas, and spotted gum cladding and decking, showcasing an exceptional blend of style and functionality. On the inside, the showroom is adorned with a multitude of options ranging from rustic interiors to refined hardwood ply on the ceilings, to an engineered and solid wood floor. The reclaimed timber products, milled in Australia from sustainably sourced, PEFC-certified timber, are stored in LMA’s expansive Christchurch warehouse and yard. This facility holds a large stock of cladding, decking, and ‘as is’ reclaimed hardwood beams and posts, ensuring immediate availability for the construction market. Martin is extremely passionate about educating New Zealanders about the source of hardwood timber, particularly those that come from tropical rainforest sources. “Many people believe that just because it has an FSC certification sticker makes it ok. The likes of Green and Purple Heart come from the Amazon, where only 2% of timber harvested is FSC certified.” Due to this vision of ensuring sustainable hardwood is imported into New Zealand, LMA Timber has been shortlisted for the 2024 sustainable architecture awards, proving it is serious about looking after the planet. LMA has also teamed up with Mt Aspiring College in Wanaka to offer $1500 a year scholarships in supporting the next generation into apprenticeships, and helping them also learn more about the environmental impacts from using poor choices of materials. Let’s connect andmake a plan for your brand. your creative agency. createdesignstudio.co.nz 216 high street rangiora 03 313 7774 Queenstown Business Opportunity Limited to 25 New Businesses* *with a 12 month commitment, Ts & Cs apply FREE 4 months mobile (up to 5 business mobile phone plans) FREE 4 months web hosting (includes DNS and email hosting) FREE 4 months internet (one connection) PLUS FREE $200 hyper fibre router on upgrade to hyper fibre plan ANDA FREE IT & Cyber Security Audit GET IN TOUCH TODAY! 03 441 3098 www.thecomputerprofessors.co.nz/bigbizshout 4 Queenstown Based Business 4 Queenstown Based Business 4 Queenstown Based Business Your local IT & ISP provider
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