<rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>cardiffjoinery</title><description>cardiffjoinery</description><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/news</link><item><title>Giving Back: The Adopt-A-Village Project</title><description><![CDATA[Here at Cardiff Joinery, we believe it is important for businesses to add value to their community, and to give back as well.We want to make a difference in local communities world wide, and here is how we'redoing it:This year we are very excited to be sponsoring a small community village school inVietnam to build a meeting/playground area in a school in, Quang Nam.We will be sending two of our young apprentices, Jared and Sam to Vietnam in Augustfor 10 days to build this project with a team of<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_f07dc93a199a4fdd8f4354e4306593c9%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_511%2Ch_1070/fc1150_f07dc93a199a4fdd8f4354e4306593c9%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2017/01/19/Giving-Back-The-Adopt-A-Village-Project</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2017/01/19/Giving-Back-The-Adopt-A-Village-Project</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2017 21:02:01 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>Here at Cardiff Joinery, we believe it is important for businesses to add value to their community, and to give back as well.</div><div>We want to make a difference in local communities world wide, and here is how we're</div><div>doing it:</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_f07dc93a199a4fdd8f4354e4306593c9~mv2.jpg"/><div>This year we are very excited to be sponsoring a small community village school in</div><div>Vietnam to build a meeting/playground area in a school in, Quang Nam.</div><div>We will be sending two of our young apprentices, Jared and Sam to Vietnam in August</div><div>for 10 days to build this project with a team of guys.</div><div>A percentage from each door and window we manufacture will go towards helping this village, so we are all contributing to this Adopt-a-Village project!</div><div>This project is in partnership with ACCI.</div><div>To all our customers, thank you for choosing to help us support our local community!</div><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/72633536"/><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_9b1fb46ddaeb4d29abcbf911970c68cc~mv2.png"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Timber vs Aluminum</title><description><![CDATA[So you want to renovate your windows, and you're faced with two choices; will they be made out of timber, or aluminum? What's the difference between the two and how do the two materials impact on our environment?QualityOne of the first things you would probably be thinking about is cost efficiency. Which material will give you more for your buck? At a first glance, aluminum has a cheaper upfront cost, however it won't be too many years before you will have to replace those same aluminum windows<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/056e2cc0d46f4f01ae713483910b2502.jpg/v1/fill/w_626%2Ch_462/056e2cc0d46f4f01ae713483910b2502.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/10/12/Timber-vs-Aluminum</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/10/12/Timber-vs-Aluminum</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2016 23:20:58 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>So you want to renovate your windows, and you're faced with two choices; will they be made out of timber, or aluminum? What's the difference between the two and how do the two materials impact on our environment?</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/056e2cc0d46f4f01ae713483910b2502.jpg"/><div>Quality</div><div>One of the first things you would probably be thinking about is cost efficiency. Which material will give you more for your buck? </div><div>At a first glance, aluminum has a cheaper upfront cost, however it won't be too many years before you will have to replace those same aluminum windows with new ones! </div><div>According to South West Exteriors, typically you should expect to get about 10-15 years out of a set of aluminum windows, whereas hardwood timber windows, when looked after properly could outlast 100 years. Think about it, in that time, you will already have had to replace your aluminum windows between 10 times!</div><div>Efficiency</div><div>The next factor you may not have thought about when choosing your windows, is the energy efficiency of the materials. Timber tends to be the cheaper option in the long run as far as your energy bill goes as it naturally retains the energy inside due to it's sealing and insulating properties. So if you think about it, in the long term, timber windows will virtually pay for themselves with the amount of energy you save over the years.</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/91fa4faf3e41f4206d1534a445030409.jpg"/><div>Environmental Impact</div><div>As long as land hasn't been overextended, timber is actually a sustainable source to use when making your windows and doors, as trees can be cut and replanted. According to Narangba Timbers, the process to manufacture aluminum is found to produce 8 times as high a volume of greenhouse gases as the process it takes to manufacture timber windows and doors.</div><div>The process of manufacturing aluminum windows also involves a lot of quite toxic chemicals which contaminate the surrounding land. Whilst a timber plantation deals with the cutting and replanting of trees, which is better for the environment as there are no harmful chemicals involved.</div><div>Aesthetics </div><div>If you compare aluminum to timber in terms of aesthetics, designers will often favor a timber finish as it is a more pleasing aesthetic. Over time, aluminum can show signs of wear and rust, detracting from the overall aesthetic, whereas timber can actually create an appealing look as the timber softens and wears with age. There is nothing like the timeless elegance of timber (especially when the timber has a natural finish!)</div><div>In the end, it all comes down to personal preference; if an aluminum finish is what is required for the design then you are best to choose aluminum.</div><div>However if you are looking for a long lasting, quality and overall aesthetically pleasing material, you are best off going with timber. When you choose timber, you invest into the future of your home and can have peace of mind that the material will be around for a long time to serve your needs.</div><div>Cardiff Joinery </div><div>Cardiff Joinery is currently receiving a lot of clients with windows in excess of 80 years old, which shows the durability and great lifespan of timber! As technology and knowledge about timber has greatly increased in the last 80 years, we are now using higher quality timbers than they used years ago and we expect our doors and windows could possibly outlast the 100 year lifespan expectation of timber in the past!</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Follow Us on Pinterest!</title><description><![CDATA[Need design inspiration for your home? We are now on Pinterest! Follow us for more ideas to stylize your home:Click below to follow us on Pinterest:<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_16f355e7b5014eeaaa6b75a3001804af%7Emv2.png"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/09/29/Follow-Us-for-Pinspiration</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/09/29/Follow-Us-for-Pinspiration</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2016 04:04:43 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>Need design inspiration for your home? We are now on Pinterest! Follow us for more ideas to stylize your home:</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_16f355e7b5014eeaaa6b75a3001804af~mv2.png"/><div>Click below to follow us on Pinterest:</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_1b3447c8a007468d93eb4a4ef2426557~mv2.png"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Your Guide to New Guinea Rosewood</title><description><![CDATA[Now one of the most sought after hardwood timbers to make windows and doors, it's no wonder New Guinea Rosewood (NGR) is quickly building a name for itself here in Australia!If you are thinking about using NGR in your home, here is a handy guide to help.Origin As it's name indicates, New Guinea Rosewood is a South East Asian hardwood sourced mainly from Papua New Guinea, however it is also grown in parts of the Solomon Islands and the Santa Cruz Islands.Appearance New Guinea Rosewood can range<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_5088fb187c994cf3a3a51e4096f79c4f%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_288%2Ch_163/fc1150_5088fb187c994cf3a3a51e4096f79c4f%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/06/23/Your-Guide-to-New-Guinea-Rosewood</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/06/23/Your-Guide-to-New-Guinea-Rosewood</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2016 07:16:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>Now one of the most sought after hardwood timbers to make windows and doors, it's no wonder New Guinea Rosewood (NGR) is quickly building a name for itself here in Australia!</div><div>If you are thinking about using NGR in your home, here is a handy guide to help.</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_5088fb187c994cf3a3a51e4096f79c4f~mv2.jpg"/><div>Origin </div><div>As it's name indicates, New Guinea Rosewood is a South East Asian hardwood sourced mainly from Papua New Guinea, however it is also grown in parts of the Solomon Islands and the Santa Cruz Islands.</div><div>Appearance </div><div>New Guinea Rosewood can range in colour from golden browns to rich deep reds. The unique surface grain &amp; texture of NGR makes for beautiful timber, and can often be extraordinary with swirls, burrs, fiddleback and more. </div><div>Qualities</div><div>A remarkably stable timber, medium grade hardness with little natural movement, New Guinea Rosewood has quite a low shrinkage rate at only 1%.</div><div>Durability</div><div>NGR is renown as a very durable timber, resistant to pests such as termites and lasts 25 - 40 years above ground. </div><div>Finishes</div><div>This hardwood takes well to staining, oiling and most other finishes.</div><div>If you are looking for a quality hardwood for your windows and doors, New Guinea Rosewood is a great timber to go with! That's why here at Cardiff Joinery, most of our timber windows and doors are made from New Guinea Rosewood.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Your Guide to Merbau</title><description><![CDATA[As one of the more common hardwoods used today in joinery, Merbau presents as an excellent quality timber that lasts!If you are thinking about using Merbau in your home, here is a handy guide to help.Origin Merbau hardwood originates from South East Asia, and is grown in countries including, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Fiji and The Philippines. Appearance The heartwood may be yellow when it is first cut, however it eventually becomes a pale to dark reddish brown. Whilst the sapwood,<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_204a2d7851de499f9d44e78c8109d49e%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_288%2Ch_192/fc1150_204a2d7851de499f9d44e78c8109d49e%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/06/30/Your-Guide-to-Merbau</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2016/06/30/Your-Guide-to-Merbau</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2016 22:45:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>As one of the more common hardwoods used today in joinery, Merbau presents as an excellent quality timber that lasts!</div><div>If you are thinking about using Merbau in your home, here is a handy guide to help.</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_204a2d7851de499f9d44e78c8109d49e~mv2.jpg"/><div>Origin </div><div>Merbau hardwood originates from South East Asia, and is grown in countries including, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Fiji and The Philippines. </div><div>Appearance </div><div>The heartwood may be yellow when it is first cut, however it eventually becomes a pale to dark reddish brown. Whilst the sapwood, which is usually distinct from the heartwood, has a pale yellow colouring.</div><div>Qualities</div><div>The timber is moderately coarse, whilst the grain is sometimes interlocked, which can produce a ribbon figure on the surface.</div><div>Durability</div><div>Merbau is very durable hardwood and is also resistant to termites, lasting 25 years in ground and up to 40 years above ground! </div><div>Finishes</div><div>This hardwood glues and finishes well, however it can be difficult to saw due to the saw teeth becoming clogged with gummy material.</div><div>If you are looking for a quality hardwood for your windows and doors, Merbau is a good timber to go with!</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Joinery in New Guinea Rosewood</title><description><![CDATA[Cardiff Joinery supplied New Guinea Rosewood joinery for residential home built by Paul Hickson. He received MBA Award for Housing Builder of the Year 1996.<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_6dff76f2b36345a8a92ab7cea8ef7b4c%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2015/05/17/Joinery-in-New-Guinea-Rosewood-1</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2015/05/17/Joinery-in-New-Guinea-Rosewood-1</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2015 01:13:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_6dff76f2b36345a8a92ab7cea8ef7b4c~mv2.jpg"/><div>Cardiff Joinery supplied New Guinea Rosewood joinery for residential home built by Paul Hickson. He received MBA Award for Housing Builder of the Year 1996.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Wood stores carbon, is renewable, natural, beautiful and functional.</title><description><![CDATA[Timber is the natural choice for windows and doors and all joinery: Based on thermal performance, durability, flexibility and superior energy ratings. Timber stores carbon, even after being used in manufacturing. Less greenhouse gases are produced in the manufacture of timber joinery as opposed to the manufacture of aluminium products. For more information regarding the environmental and performance benefits of timber please click on the links opposite.<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_1745376b59734742adebb1e9d5f3675f%7Emv2.png"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Cardiff Joinery</dc:creator><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2015/05/10/Wood-stores-carbon-is-renewable-natural-beautiful-and-functional-1</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2015/05/10/Wood-stores-carbon-is-renewable-natural-beautiful-and-functional-1</guid><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_1745376b59734742adebb1e9d5f3675f~mv2.png"/><div>Timber is the natural choice for windows and doors and all joinery: Based on thermal performance, durability, flexibility and superior energy ratings. Timber stores carbon, even after being used in manufacturing. Less greenhouse gases are produced in the manufacture of timber joinery as opposed to the manufacture of aluminium products. For more information regarding the environmental and performance benefits of timber please click on the links opposite.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Host of Grand Designs Australia</title><description><![CDATA[Peter Maddison, Architect and host of Grand Designs Australia explains that wood stores carbon and that carbon is better locked away in wood than free in the environment. He suggests that by choosing wood, people are doing good. The commercial goes to air on 5th June 2011.<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_65e0588b06af4c6da1db45be999d0ca8%7Emv2.png"/>]]></description><link>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2011/06/01/Host-of-Grand-Designs-Australia-1</link><guid>https://www.cardiffjoinery.com.au/single-post/2011/06/01/Host-of-Grand-Designs-Australia-1</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/fc1150_65e0588b06af4c6da1db45be999d0ca8~mv2.png"/><div>Peter Maddison, Architect and host of Grand Designs Australia explains that wood stores carbon and that carbon is better locked away in wood than free in the environment. He suggests that by choosing wood, people are doing good.  The commercial goes to air on 5th June 2011.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>