Archwood Group has been recognised for its industry-leading sustainability initiatives after being named winner of the TDUK Sustainability Award 2026 at the annual Timber Development UK (TD UK) Awards Dinner. This prestigious accolade highlights the company's commitment to reducing carbon emissions, investing in renewable energy, responsible timber sourcing, and driving sustainable manufacturing across its operations. Significant Progress on the Journey to Net Zero Sustainability has become a core part of how Archwood Group operates, invests, and grows. Since establishing its carbon baseline and joining the UN Race to Zero campaign, the business has achieved a 73% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 46.8% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, demonstrating significant progress towards its Net Zero 2050 commitment. Key sustainability achievements highlighted by Timber Development UK include: A 1MW solar installation at Archwood's North Wales manufacturing facility, supplying up to 50% of site electricity demand. Renewable electricity sourcing across remaining energy requirements. Conversion of 90% of forklift trucks to zero-emission alternatives. Recycling of 100% of wood waste generated through manufacturing processes. Sourcing 98% of timber from FSC® or PEFC-certified forests. Collaboration with more than 80% of its supply chain on carbon reduction initiatives. These initiatives reflect Archwood's commitment to sustainable timber manufacturing and responsible business practices across the UK construction and timber sectors. Building a More Sustainable Timber Industry Beyond reducing its operational footprint, Archwood Group continues to work closely with suppliers, customers, and industry partners to promote responsible sourcing, improve resource efficiency, and encourage carbon reduction throughout the wider supply chain. The business also invests in community and educational initiatives that support long-term environmental and social sustainability. Winning the TDUK Sustainability Award 2026 reflects the collective effort of colleagues across the organisation and reinforces Archwood's position as a leader in sustainable timber manufacturing within the UK. Looking Ahead While this award is an important milestone, sustainability remains an ongoing journey. Archwood Group continues to focus on reducing emissions, investing in renewable technologies, improving environmental performance, and supporting the transition to a lower-carbon future. Learn More About Our Sustainability Journey Discover how Archwood Group is reducing its environmental impact, supporting responsible forestry, and investing in a more sustainable future by visiting our Sustainability page. Explore our sustainability commitments and latest progress here.

At Archwood Group, continuous investment in people, technology and manufacturing capability is helping us deliver greater efficiency, support innovation and strengthen our UK production operations. As part of our ongoing commitment to modern manufacturing, we have recently upgraded key machinery at our Chirk manufacturing facility, reducing production times by up to 50% on several high-volume stairparts components while creating new opportunities for product development.  The investment forms part of a wider programme focused on increasing productivity, expanding manufacturing flexibility and ensuring we can continue producing high-quality timber products in the UK. Investing in Advanced CNC Technology A key part of the programme has been the replacement of our Maka ME machine with a new Masterwood CNC machine. The upgrade has significantly increased production capacity while enabling the manufacture of more complex components that were previously difficult or impractical to produce.  Alongside this investment, we have introduced a Comec Top XXL and an Intorex TMC 5-axis machining centre, providing enhanced capability for the manufacture of intricate timber components and supporting future product innovation. Creating New Opportunities for Product Development Modern manufacturing technology is not only helping us improve efficiency but also expanding what is possible from a design and engineering perspective. One example is the development of Richard Burbidge's Purra stairparts system, which combines advanced CNC machining, innovative product design and skilled programming. The range demonstrates how investment in technology can help transform new ideas into commercially viable products while supporting more efficient manufacturing processes.  Using 3D Modelling to Improve Development We are also embracing digital technology through the use of 3D modelling, allowing potential design and manufacturing challenges to be identified before physical prototypes are produced. This enables our teams to collaborate with customers earlier in the development process, ensuring products can be manufactured efficiently while maintaining their design intent. Technology Supporting People While automation and advanced machinery play an increasingly important role in manufacturing, people remain at the heart of our business. Josh Burbidge, Managing Director of Archwood Group, said: “Automation has never been about replacing people with machines. It is about giving our people better tools to solve harder problems, create better products and help our customers grow. ‘Capital investment shouldn't only make today's range faster; it should make tomorrow's range possible.’” As machinery takes on more repetitive tasks, our employees are able to focus on developing specialist skills in areas such as CNC programming, technical problem-solving and process improvement, building on the expertise that exists throughout the business.  Continuous Improvement Across Manufacturing Alongside new machinery investments, we are also improving existing equipment. Working with machinery specialist JJ Smith, we have retrofitted auto-feeders to selected profiling machines, helping to increase productivity while extending the lifespan of equipment that continues to perform effectively.  By combining advanced manufacturing technology with targeted upgrades and skilled teams, Archwood Group is continuing to improve efficiency, support innovation and develop the products of the future.

When you’re working with a smaller home, every design choice can make a difference. A staircase can have a big impact on how open or enclosed a hallway, landing or living space feels.  While a traditional balustrade can add definition to a staircase, solid materials can also block light and interrupt the view between floors. Glass stair panels offer a simple way to keep the staircase feeling open, while still giving you the safety and structure you need.  Let More Light Through  One of the easiest ways to make a small space feel bigger is to make the most of the light you have. Glass allows light to pass through the stairwell rather than stopping it at the balustrade.  This can be especially useful in hallways and landings that don't receive much natural light. With fewer visual barriers, the staircase feels less enclosed and the space around it can feel brighter and more spacious.  Keep Your Staircase Connected to the Room  A staircase doesn't have to feel separate from the rest of your interior. Glass panels help maintain clear sightlines, making it easier for the staircase to sit naturally within the wider space.  This works particularly well in open-plan homes, where the staircase may be close to a living room, kitchen or entrance hall. Instead of breaking up the room, a glass balustrade can help the different areas feel connected.  Find a Style That Works for Your Home  Glass doesn't have to mean a completely minimalist look. Richard Burbidge glass panels are available across the Fusion, Elements, and Elements Inset collections, giving you different options depending on the style of your staircase.  You can choose panels with or without metal fittings. Fittings can add a subtle industrial or architectural detail, while a more minimal installation keeps the focus on the glass and the space around it.  A Practical Choice for Smaller Homes  As well as helping to open up a staircase visually, Our toughened glass panels are designed with strength, safety and style in mind, making them suitable for both new staircase projects and updating an existing staircase.  If you're looking to make the most of a compact hallway, landing or open-plan space, glass could be the detail that makes the difference. By allowing more light through and keeping views open between floors, glass panels can help a smaller home feel brighter, lighter and more connected.  Explore the full range of Richard Burbdige products here; https://richardburbidge.com/shop/stairparts/glass-panels  

Looking to add more colour, character and personality to your home? Eclectic Maximalism is all about combining bold colours, interesting textures and pieces you love to create a space that feels unique. This maximalist approach to home styling has grown fast in popularity through 2026, as homeowners move away from plain, neutral schemes in favour of rooms with real personality. Rather than matching everything perfectly, eclectic maximalism celebrates contrast: think vintage finds sitting alongside modern furniture, warm colour palettes paired with statement patterns, and clean architectural details like wall panelling grounding playful, curated accessories. Our PaintReady® Shaker Style Wall Panel Kits and Classic Wall Panel Kits make it easy to introduce this trend into your home. Whether you’re creating a statement feature wall or adding detail throughout a room, our wall panel kits offer a versatile solution for both traditional and modern interiors. Eclectic Maximalism Made Simple Eclectic Maximalism is about layering different colours, patterns and textures to create a home that reflects your style.  Wall panelling helps bring the look together by adding structure and interest to your walls. Why Choose Wall Panelling for the Eclectic Maximalist Look? Wall panelling provides the perfect base for experimenting with colour and texture.  It allows you to introduce statement shades while adding depth and detail to your walls. Easy ways to create the look: Paint your panels in a bold colour to create a standout feature wall Use the same colour across your walls and panels for a more dramatic finish Combine painted panelling with patterned wallpaper for added texture and interest Layer with artwork, mirrors and accessories to make the space your own Our PaintReady® Wall Panel Kits come primed and ready to paint, making it simple to create a finish that works with your chosen colour scheme. Create the Look Room by Room Whether you're updating one area or refreshing your whole room, wall panelling can help bring this style to life. Living Room Create a feature wall using Shaker Style Wall Panel Kits and pair with colourful artwork, patterned cushions and statement accessories. Hallway Add interest to your entrance with half-height wall panelling.  Choose a rich colour to create a bold first impression. Bedroom Use Classic Wall Panel Kits behind the bed to create a decorative backdrop, then add layered bedding and your favourite accessories. Discover our full range of Wall Panel Kits here.

Whether you're renovating an existing staircase or starting a new build, choosing the right stairparts supplier is an important part of the process. The products you select need to look good, perform well and be straightforward to install, but the supplier behind them matters just as much. Here are five things worth considering before you make your choice. 1. Quality That Lasts A staircase is one of the hardest-working features in a home, so quality should always come first. Well-made stairparts not only create a better finish but also make installation easier and are built to withstand everyday use. Richard Burbidge stairparts are manufactured using quality timber and engineered timber components, designed to provide strength, stability and a consistent finish across the range. Careful selection of materials helps ensure parts are reliable to work with and perform well once installed. 2. Practical Support When You Need It No two staircase projects are the same. Whether you're replacing a few components or designing a completely new staircase, having access to knowledgeable technical support can make the process much simpler. At Richard Burbidge, our team offer a free design service to help with product selection, quotations, parts lists and technical guidance, giving both trade professionals and homeowners the information they need to move their projects forward. 3. Clear Installation Guidance Good products should be backed up by clear, accessible information. Installation guides, fitting instructions and technical documents help take the guesswork out of fitting stairparts and can save valuable time on site. They're also a useful resource for DIY projects, helping to achieve the best possible finish. That's why we've made a wide range of technical downloads and fitting guides available through our online Resources hub. 4. A Range That Works Together Choosing stairparts from one supplier helps create a consistent finish and makes it easier to find components that work together. From traditional timber stairparts to contemporary glass and metal balustrades, refurbishment products and accessories (i.e cladding kits), having everything in one place means that your Stairparts suit both your home and your style without compromising on compatibility. 5. Strength Tested for Complete Peace of Mind When choosing a stairparts supplier, appearance and style are important, but safety should never be overlooked. Staircases are a key structural feature within the home and need to be capable of withstanding the demands of everyday use for years to come. For added peace of mind, it's worth selecting a supplier whose stair systems have been strength tested to meet relevant UK domestic building regulations. This provides reassurance that the products have been designed and tested to perform as intended, helping to ensure a safe and reliable staircase for homeowners and installers alike. At Richard Burbidge, our stair systems are strength tested to domestic regulatory requirements, giving confidence that our balustrade and stairpart solutions combine style with proven structural performance. 6. A Supplier You Can Rely On Experience counts when it comes to stairparts design and manufacture. Established suppliers understand the challenges of different projects and invest in the products, technical knowledge and customer support needed to help them run smoothly. It's also worth looking for manufacturers that demonstrate a commitment to responsible sourcing and recognised quality standards. With more than 150 years’ experience in timber design and manufacture, Richard Burbidge has supported both trade professionals and homeowners with stairparts and stair renovation solutions. Finding the Right Fit The right supplier should make your project easier from start to finish, providing quality products alongside the advice and resources to help you achieve the best result. Whether you're updating an existing staircase or creating something entirely new, Richard Burbidge offers a comprehensive range of stairparts, refurbishment solutions and technical resources to help bring your plans to life. Explore our full range here.

At Richard Burbidge, we're continually looking for new ways to help customers navigate our product ranges and find inspiration for their next project. Following the success of our style-led Stairparts presentation, we're pleased to introduce our new Home Style Brochure—a fresh approach that brings together our Mouldings, PaintReady® Panelling Kits, Acoustic Panels and Project Timber ranges in one inspirational, easy-to-use guide. Moving Beyond Products to Inspiration Today's homeowners are increasingly driven by style, trends and the overall look they want to achieve in their homes. Rather than searching for individual components, they're looking for ideas and complete design solutions. That's why we've reimagined how we present our timber products. The new Home Style Brochure places inspiration at the heart of the customer journey, helping users discover products through carefully curated interior design styles and room settings. Five Distinct Interior Styles The brochure showcases a selection of popular interior design trends, each featuring product recommendations and complementary colour palettes to help bring the look to life. Cottagecore A warm, relaxed style inspired by rural living, featuring natural materials, handcrafted details and timeless timber features. Modern Deco Contemporary glamour combining rich colours, geometric detailing and elegant wall panelling. Zen Calm, minimalist interiors with natural textures, soft colours and acoustic solutions that create peaceful living spaces. Shaker Clean lines, practical design and understated elegance, perfectly suited to modern and traditional homes alike. Regency Revival Inspired by classic British interiors, featuring decorative mouldings, wall panelling and refined architectural details. Designed Around Space, Style and Purpose The Home Style concept is built around three core principles: Space – transforming rooms with carefully selected timber products. Style – helping customers create looks that complement their home's character. Purpose – combining aesthetics with practical functionality. Whether customers are creating a feature wall, upgrading their décor with decorative mouldings, improving room acoustics, or tackling DIY projects, Home Style demonstrates how our products work together to create cohesive and inspiring spaces. What's Included? The Home Style Brochure features: Decorative and architectural mouldings Primed mouldings PaintReady® Wall Panelling Kits Acoustic Panels Project Timber DIY products Style inspiration and paint palettes Technical specifications and product codes Supporting Retailers and Merchants By presenting products through inspiration-led content, Home Style helps retailers and merchants engage customers in a more meaningful way. The brochure provides practical project ideas, showcases complementary products and encourages customers to see beyond individual items to the finished result. This style-led approach is how we will present these product categories going forward, creating a more engaging and customer-focused experience that aligns with how people shop for home improvement products today. Discover Home Style The new Home Style Brochure is available now and represents the next step in helping customers transform their homes through quality timber products, inspirational design and over 150 years of craftsmanship. Explore the brochure today and discover how Home Style can help turn ideas into beautifully finished spaces.