As a result of this, the price of construction lumber has hit record highs. The cost of an annual subscription to the Random Lengths construction lumber Composite Price hit $1,008 in mid-May, up from $458 at the start of 2020.
The price of construction lumber has begun to stabilise in recent weeks as mills have ramped up production and the market has adjusted to the new reality of higher prices.
But even with the recent stabilisation, the cost of construction lumber is still more than double what it was just a few months ago.
So what does this all mean for construction?
Well, for starters, it means that the cost of construction projects is going to increase. The increased cost of construction lumber will add thousands of dollars to the cost of a new home.
And it’s not just new home construction that will be affected – the increased cost of construction lumber will also impact renovations and additions. If you’re planning a construction project, it’s important to factor in the increased cost of construction lumber when budgeting for your project.
With that in mind, what if there was an alternative solution to traditional construction wood types, such as plywood and MDF construction boards?
There has never been a better time to make the switch to Honcho Impact Boards and say goodbye to issues such as warping, leaching, and some pretty significant health risks that come from using old-fashioned construction wood types, which can typically include:
- skin disorders such as allergic dermatitis, since certain timbers are known to produce
- adverse health effects
- asthma and impaired lung function
- nose irritation
- rhinitis (runny nose)
- violent sneezing
- blocked nose and nose bleeds
- throat irritation
- sore and watering eyes
- nasal cancer, and more.
Unlike the two most common impact protection boards currently used in Australian construction, our boards are free from the risk of wood dust and formaldehyde. This means that you can achieve an equal or better surface protection outcome when compared with particle or MDF construction boards – however, without the possible health consequences.
Using alternatives, such as our Chief and Aero boards, also enable you to avoid expensive preventative measures such as exhaust ventilated cutting rooms and ducted cutting equipment.
Instead, say hello to an innovative and cost effective solution, which offers:
- Flame retardancy
- Slip rating
- Zero health risks from wood dust when being cut or installed
- No warping on curling
- Greater durability
- Re-usability
- Superior impact protection
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A Honcho Chief board over the top of our Skudo HT Commercial Mat, used to protect a new concrete slab from scaffolding and foot traffic.
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A medium duty Honcho Chief providing vertical impact protection.
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A heavy duty Honcho Aero Board providing impact protection for a mature concrete slab.
Do you need wood dust protection from our dust-free particle boards?
The need for total wood dust protection is why Honcho Supplies has a range of high quality particle boards that we use for our impact protection equipment for our flooring. If you’re looking for low cost, high quality plywood or MDF construction boards for your site, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our expert team today. We’ll gladly run you through your options!
