SR453 Usage and uptake of engineered wood products in New Zealand (2020)

As more timber-based construction materials are developed and made available for the New Zealand building industry, it is important to know what products are sought by designers and builders and whether any barriers exist for the uptake of these materials. This report describes the findings from an industry-wide survey conducted in February 2019 around opinions on the usage and uptake of engineered wood products (EWPs) in New Zealand.

The intention was to gain a better understanding of what EWPs are being used and for what applications across the building industry. Information was also sought on perceived barriers to the increased use of EWPs and how the uptake of these materials could be increased.

This report provides descriptions of the survey used and the results obtained from each question. Data is presented graphically and numerically, including discussion on the numerous comments that were included with the results. A summary is provided of relevant issues raised along with recommendations for potential means of creating increased EWP use in New Zealand buildings. Also included are suggestions for research to best support and facilitate New Zealand’s growth in EWP usage.

See the BRANZ Research Now for a short and accessible summary of this report