Author: George Lewis

Organisers of the Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE) have confirmed that the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) will be an official partner when the UK’s only dedicated event for woodworking professionals returns to the NEC Birmingham, 17 – 19 May 2026. The partnership is said to underline PWE’s position as the essential meeting place for the UK’s… Continue reading BWF Announced as Official Partner of PWE 2026

The date for the second annual Women in Timber (WIT) seminar has been set for 1 October 2026.   The timber industry, like many others in construction and manufacturing, has traditionally been male dominated.   Women in Timber (WIT) is changing that. This inspiring network is dedicated to celebrating, connecting, and empowering women across every part of… Continue reading Save the Date: Second Women in Timber Annual Seminar

The latest Joinery Network (TJN) event hosted by Biesse UK raised £409.90 for Leitz Tooling’s chosen charity of the year, Roots to Wellbeing, taking the 2025 fundraising total to £2,079. Ben Mitchell, Marketing Manager at Leitz Tooling, said: “As tooling manufacturers for TJN’s Lignum window and door system, we play an integral role at all… Continue reading Roots to Wellbeing boosted by £2,079 donation from Leitz

Ten years of testing is providing rare insights into long-term coating performance. In 2015, a benchmark outdoor exposure programme was established in Arnhem, the Netherlands, to provide data on how timber coatings really perform after years in the elements. Now, ten years later, the results are providing rare, real-world evidence for Teknos, joinery manufacturers, specifiers,… Continue reading Insights into long-term Weathering Tests

The new Joinery Hour Expert Series from TJN has already featured some top-class speakers offering valuable information, advice and support for members. “In the first four months of TJN’s Joinery Hour Expert Series, we have seen some brilliant speakers,” said Luke Piper, director at both TJN and BJ Waller. “This series had really upped the… Continue reading TJN’s Joinery Hour Expert Series LIVE!

The Joinery Network’s CNC Demo Day began with a warm welcome from hosts Biesse UK. Joinery experts from Biesse, Leitz and TJN greeted guests at the event. The day was designed to showcase Biesse’s Rover CNC machine range and, Leitz tooling for TJN’s Lignum window and door system, plus insights from affiliates paint manufacturers Teknos,… Continue reading Biesse Open Day is a Cut Above!

Mapped Out Media has announced the acquisition of the Midlands Woodworking Show from Nelton Exhibitions. Said to be a firm highlight of the woodworking calendar, Mapped Out Media says this exhibition is a fantastic addition to the company’s growing media portfolio. The 2026 show will mark a decade of tools, talent and timber, showcasing woodworking… Continue reading Mapped Out Media Acquires Midlands Woodworking Show

The Sash Window Workshop has recently marked its 11th consecutive year as an endorsed Which? Trusted Trader, a prestigious recognition from the UK’s consumer champion. Since joining the scheme in September 2014, The Sash Window Workshop says it has consistently met the rigorous standards set by Which?, covering everything from customer care and workmanship to… Continue reading Celebrating 11 Years as a Which? Trusted Trader

Ventrolla has hosted a second successful event in its heritage roundtable series, this time at the Building Centre in London. Titled ‘Creating a Consistent Approach to Driving Efficiency in the Planning and Preservation Process of Heritage and Listed Properties’, the roundtable gathered leading voices from across the heritage, retrofit, and conservation industries to discuss some… Continue reading Second Ventrolla Heritage Roundtable Deemed a Success

The shortlist for the 2025 British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards has been revealed. Celebrating the very best of the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry, the BWF Awards are said to highlight the skill, creativity and dedication that the sector has to offer. A record number of entries Helen Hewitt, Chief Executive of the BWF, commented:… Continue reading BWF Awards 2025 Shortlist Announced