# Why choose Timber?

Timber is uniquely beautiful, natural product and offers exceptional variety. It is tough, solid and durable. [A good quality wood product when given a little care and maintenance can last a lifetime](https://nathanmccarter.co.uk/accoya-windows/). Wood is a material that is easy to use, maintain and repair. Whilst it ages, it develops a patina which is all part of its character. Timber is thermally efficient and acts as a natural humidity regulator: unlike UPVC window frames, Timber 'breathes' - absorbing humidity in damp conditions and releasing moisture in dry conditions.

Timber is environmentally friendly, having outstanding credentials in being an entirely natural and renewable product. At [Nathan McCarter Joinery](https://nathanmccarter.co.uk/), we only use timber that is FSC certified and can be traced back to point of origin to ensure it is both environmentally and ethically sound and procured from sustainable forests.