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From product to partnership: educating

the industry on sustainability

Junckers’ oak flooring in Perth Museum
- a perfect example of reimagining and
future-proofing a treasured heritage building.

N an era where sustainability is reshaping sustainable practices and the efficient ‘Customers value the longevity of a
Ievery corner of the construction sector, use of timber was ahead of its time. He solid hardwood floor,’ David continues. ‘In
JUNCKERS, one of Europe’s most believed in utilising every part of the tree, years gone by, there were more options in
established names in solid hardwood reducing waste and ensuring the longevity the market than there are now, but today
flooring, has found itself playing a new of forest resources. we operate firmly in the premium space.
and unexpected role, that of educator. This philosophy laid the foundation for Clients who invest in our floors aren’t just
‘What we’ve learned from the recent Junckers' commitment to sustainability, buying a surface; they’re buying a material
Department for Education tender,’ says a principle that remains central to the that performs beautifully for decades, and
David Papworth, UK general manager for company's operations today. By the ‘60s, that matters more than ever in today’s
Junckers, ‘is that we’ve ended up advising Junckers had expanded its reach beyond climate.’
main contractors on how best to comply Denmark, establishing a presence in the Timber as the hero material
with new legislation on sustainability. UK in 1961. Junckers’ renewed relevance lies in the
We’ve come to understand that, yes, Over the decades, the company has fact timber is now recognised as a hero
we supply a product, but for our clients, grown to become Europe's leading material for sustainable construction. As
contractors, and specifiers, the most value manufacturer of solid hardwood floors, governments and institutions push for
we provide is education. It’s not just ‘look employing over 1,200 people worldwide. lower-carbon building solutions, solid
at our product’, it’s ‘how can we help your Junckers' products are now synonymous hardwood has re-emerged as an essential
business meet these new standards?’’ with quality and durability, found in a part of the conversation.
This marks a subtle but important shift diverse range of public spaces across the David points to the Department
for the Danish manufacturer. Founded in UK, from museums and art galleries to for Education’s (DfE) latest school
1930 by Flemming Juncker, a visionary city halls and performance venues. These construction framework as a clear
Danish Master of Forestry, Junckers began environments value the longevity, quality, example. ‘We’ve seen clients within
as a small sawmill in Køge, Denmark. and authenticity that Junckers' floors offer, government ministries increasing their
Flemming's innovative approach to reflecting the company's enduring legacy sustainability requirements,’ he says. ‘The
forestry management, emphasising and commitment to excellence. DfE has introduced three key measures: 

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