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Jan 20221Eco Choice02/12/2021Why Do We Need a National Tree WeekAPPROVED
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2Eco Choice05/01/2022Putney Embankment Foreshore in Central LondonAPPROVED
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3Eco Choice10/01/2022What is the Difference Between Carbon-Neutral, Net-Zero and Climate Positive?06/01/22APPROVED
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4Eco Choice12/01/2022How to avoid water stains on your decking06/01/202214/01/202214/01/202217/01/2022APPROVED
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5Eco Choice17/01/2022How to choose the perfect decking species06/01/202214/01/202214/01/202217/01/2022APPROVED
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6Eco Choice31/01/2022Hardwood vs softwood decking06/01/202214/01/202214/01/202218/01/2022APPROVED
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Feb7Eco Choice02/02/2022Grooved and smooth decking – what’s the best?06/01/202224/01/202228/01/202231/01/2022APPROVED
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8Ext Timber02/02/2022How your decking and cladding can help the world’s forests06/01/202224/01/202228/01/202231/01/202209/02/2022
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9Ext Timber09/02/2022Vertical vs horizontal cladding – what are the risks?06/01/202224/01/202228/01/202231/01/202209/02/2022
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10Eco Choice07/02/2022Do I need to stain my decking every year?06/01/202227/01/202204/02/202207/02/202207/02/2022
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11Eco Choice09/02/2022What’s the Right Gap Between Cladding Battens?06/01/202227/01/202204/02/202207/02/202214/02/2022
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12Eco Choice14/02/2022What’s the Right Gap Between Deck Boards?06/01/202227/01/202204/02/202207/02/202214/02/2022
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13Eco Choice16/02/2022
Is timber truly renewable? – look at the lifecycle of timber, what makes it renewable, and how sustainable timber products are leading the construction, marine and civil sectors towards a brighter, more eco conscious future
10/02/202211/02/202215/02/202215/02/202215/02/2022
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14Ext Timber17/02/2022
Why is timber treated? – explore the reasons behind timber treatment, including its rot and flame protection, water and dirt resistance, and cleaning properties
10/02/202211/02/202215/02/202215/02/202215/02/2022
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15Ext Timber23/02/2022
What exactly is ‘thermo wood’? – answer the key questions surrounding this treatment and the resulting thermally modified wood i.e. what the process entails, its benefits, its applications and the wood species that can be thermally modified
10/02/202211/02/202215/02/202216/02/202216/02/2022
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16Eco Choice21/02/2022
What is the FSC and Why is it Vital to Sustainability? EDIT AND REWRITE https://ecochoice.co.uk/news/blog/item/what-is-the-fsc
31/01/202210/02/202212/02/202224/02/202215/03/2022
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17Eco Choice23/02/2022
Sustainable Forest Plantations vs. Felling From Native Forests - Which Is Better? - sustainable forestry harvesting in plantations (Pine in Sweden) vs native forests (Mahogany in the Amazon)?
31/01/202210/02/202212/02/202224/02/202215/03/2022
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18Eco Choice28/02/2022
The lifecycle of timber cladding – start with naturally durable (SW + HW) vs impregnated timber (cheaper). Address how installation is key to durability (ventilation gap between boards, drainage, swelling/shrinking). Natural weathering (every timber goes grey) vs protection (stain or paint). look at how different types of cladding age and offer advice on how to choose the right timber cladding for your project considering its appearance now and in the future.
03/02/202210/02/202212/02/202225/02/202225/02/2022
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Mar19Eco Choice02/03/2022
5 sleeper projects for gardens of all shapes & sizes - types of garden projects that use timber sleepers, including the construction of raised beds, retaining walls (vert vs horizontal), decked areas, etc.
03/02/202210/02/202212/02/202225/02/202225/02/2022
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20Eco Choice07/03/2022
Which timber should be used to construct fenders? - explore the types of durable timber that are the best options (Ekki, Oak, Douglas Fir) and why, fender applications, and why sustainable, independently certified hardwood varieties matter within the civil and marine environment.
03/02/202210/02/202212/02/202225/02/202225/02/2022
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21EcoChoice09/03/2022
A guide to timber end of life reuse, recycling and disposal – whilst 81% of UK construction timber is recycled or reused according to WRAP, the remainder is disposed of in landfill to emit greenhouse gases that harm the planet. This post will look at the latest landfilled timber statistics and more sustainable solutions for end of life reuse, recycling and disposal
10/02/202216/02/202218/02/202215/03/2022
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22EcoChoice14/03/2022
5 things you didn’t know about hardwood timber – it was interesting to read on the EcoChoice website that hardwoods aren’t necessarily harder than softwoods. Look at this and other myths and facts about the wood type
10/02/202216/02/202218/02/202215/03/202201/04/2022
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23EcoChoice16/03/2022
The role of timber piles in sea defence – why timber is the ideal material for piles (resilient, impact absorbent, low cost, sustainable, easy to install etc.), how they’re integral to sea defence, and how timber piling is used elsewhere across the marine environment
10/02/202223/02/202228/02/202215/03/202202/04/2022
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24Ext Timber02/03/2022
Guide to FSC label EDIT AND REWRITE https://ecochoice.co.uk/news/blog/item/guide-to-fsc-labels
Mike 10/02/2022
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25Eco Choice21/03/2022
Decking - the journey from tree to plank – delve deeper into how decking is created
Brit 17/02/202203/03/202206/03/202202/04/2022
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How to make your decking less slippery – without the right care decked areas can become extremely slippery and hazardous. Look at ways to remedy this problem, and explain why the wood species, profile and treatment you choose before installation could make all the difference later down the line
10/02/202223/02/202228/02/202202/04/2022Let him know when is live02/04/2022
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Apr27Eco Choice11/04/2022Sawing, Moulding, and Staining – a complete guide to solid timber processing10/02/202223/02/202228/02/202202/04/202224/04/2022
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How long should my decking last? – the lifespan of decking and tips for improving its longevity, include why timber selection is important
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29Eco Choice18/04/2022Restore or replace? An essential guide to deck renovation17/02/202203/03/202206/03/202219/04/202224/04/2022
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30Eco Choice20/04/20225 signs that say it’s time for timber cladding replacement17/02/202204/03/202217/03/202219/04/202224/04/2022
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31Ext Timber27/04/2022
What exactly is eco-friendly construction? - definition, principles, techniques, features, materials
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32Eco Choice25/04/2022Timber durability – your guide to classes 1 to 517/02/202204/03/202217/03/2022/
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33Eco Choice27/04/2022
High or low pressure treatment: which is right for my project? – concentrate on fencing (ground contact)/decking/cladding
17/02/202204/03/202217/03/202224/04/202224/04/2022
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38Ext TimberRe-write Timber Cladding https://exteriortimber.co.uk/advice/cladding/



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May39EcoChoice02/05/2022
Should you go tropical with your cladding timber choice? – explore the use of tropical timber species in UK cladding projects, and why it’s an untapped, game changing material for specifiers and contractors
10/02/202223/02/202228/02/202202/0410/05/2022
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40EcoChoice04/05/2022
The evolution of the great British pier – look into the history of piers and their construction, how decking has evolved, and pier projects that should catch your eye
17/02/202203/03/202206/03/202224/04/2022
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41Ext Timber04/05/2022
Timber vs. concrete – how much carbon can really be saved? – compare timber and concrete structures, and their eco credentials
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Jun42EcoChoice29/06/2022
Which cladding profile is best suited to my project? – analyse the pros and cons of shiplap, tongue & groove, and feather edge
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Why every deck is only as good as its joists - tips for creating a solid base for decking, what timber to use for joists, and recommended spacing, sizing and spans
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44EcoChoice15/06/2022
What are fenders used for in marine environments? - dig deeper into the various applications of fenders, including their use in quays, harbours, ports, offshore wind turbines, oil refineries, river and canals, and flood defences
25/02/202209/03/202217/03/202230/05/202223/06/2022
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Jul45EcoChoice27/07/2022
Flood protection: could well-placed trees, woodlands and forests be the answer? – based on this information - https://www.forestresearch.gov.uk/documents/7911/20_0040_Leaflet_CC_factsheet__Flooding__forestry_wip04_ACC.pdf it’s Biodiversity Month in March so this could be a very fitting topic. PERFECT! Use hashtags
Brit 05/03/202223/03/202226/03/202211/05/202226/07/2022
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Aug46EcoChoice29/08/2022Species in the Spotlight: Western Red Cedar-04/04/202209/04/202222/08/202222/08/2022
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47EcoChoice31/08/2022How renewable timber can lower the carbon footprint of your project (re-word)
From https://www.istructe.org/resources/guidance/timber-and-sustainability/
Mike 15/03/2022
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48EcoChoice24/08/2022Exploring British habitats – the top ancient woodlands to visit right here in the UKBrit 05/03/202225/03/202230/03/202230/08/2022
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49Ext Timber24/08/2022
Urban forests: How nature is transforming our towns and cities – look into the role of urban forests in the UK and rest of the world - "See work by https://cities4forests.com/lg-urban-forests/what-is-an-urban-forest/
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Brit 05/03/202225/03/202230/03/202230/08/2022
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50EcoChoice17/08/2022
Species in the spotlight: [Cumaru] – a series of blog posts dedicated to fun/interesting facts about each of the tree species EcoChoice specialises in - Focus on Cumaru, Iroko, Western Red Cedar, Ipe, Opepe
Brit 05/03/202225/03/202230/03/202230/08/2022
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How Japan’s Hinoki trees are changing meteorology as we know it – based on https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20190205-does-the-climate-shape-social-change
10/06/2022restart november31/10/2022
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How timber is being used to decarbonise our cities – take a closer look at the practices being used to minimize natural resource depletion and climate change Use this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5jtg2q1gnU
10/06/202231/10/2022
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Sep53EcoChoice05/09/2022Moisture Content of Wood
Mike 25/03/2022
29/03/202202/04/2022okay21/11/2022
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54Ext Timber01/09/2022Is Opepe a better option than Oak04/04/202209/04/2022okay21/11/2022
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55EcoChoice07/09/2022
How do Siberian Larch and British Larch differ? – characteristics, density, price, applications etc.
Brit 05/03/202221/04/202203/05/2022okay21/11/2022
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56EcoChoice12/09/2022
Timber by numbers: The amazing facts and figures of European forestry – dig deeper into the facts and figures shown here - https://worldofwoodfestival.org/did-you-know-that-wood-has-a-closed-carbon-cycle/
10/06/202215/06/2022Okay31/10/2022
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DecEcoChoice05/12/2022
Truly epic forests and woodlands to visit around the world – for travelling nature lovers, this is a guide to the forests to put on your bucket list of things to see
Brit 05/03/202229/03/202202/04/202219/12
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EcoChoice07/12/2022Species in the Spotlight: Ipe04/04/202209/04/202219/12
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EcoChoice12/12/2022
FSC® certified hardwood timber decking and its many wonderful applications – post about the benefits of going hardwood, the standard hardwood timber species, and their many uses
Brit 05/03/202221/04/202203/05/202219/12
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EcoChoice14/12/2022OrganoWood – how it’s transforming the decking worldBrit 05/03/202222/04/202228/05/202219/12
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Jen 2023EcoChoice04/01/2023An insight into modern forest design – and why sustainability plays a vital role04/12/202219/01/2023
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EcoChoice11/01/2023
The characteristics of good quality timber – what’s meant by ‘quality timber’ and what grading rules apply. Include principles of grading, grading purposes, and the ins and outs of visual and strength grading
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EcoChoice16/01/2023
Cladding: how to get the fixing details just right – an essential guide to cladding fixing, including information on corner detailing, moisture content, and ideal fixing components for different timber thicknesses
Brit 05/03/202219/04/202225/04/2022Approved
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EcoChoice23/01/2023What’s the difference between sapwood and heartwood?Brit 05/03/202219/04/202225/04/2022Approved
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EcoChoice25/01/2023
The origins of Cedar cladding – about the cedar tree, where EcoChoice sources its Cedar from and its suitability for cladding. (compare Canadian with UK Cedar)
Brit 05/03/202219/04/202225/04/2022Approved
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EcoChoice30/01/2023
Introducing Abodo: the UK's first verified carbon negative timber cladding – informative guide about Abodo's Vulcan Cladding and its environmental benefits
Brit 05/03/202221/04/202203/05/2022Approved
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Project page31/01/2023https://ecochoice.co.uk/pre-weathered-chestnut-claddingpre-weathered-chestnut-cladding26/01/2023Approved
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FebEcoChoice01/02/2023Why go bespoke with your oak flooring projectBrit 05/03/202222/04/202228/05/2022/
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EcoChoice08/02/2023
Tackling climate change: Is planting trees really the answer? – look at how trees and forests relate to climate change, the effectiveness of planting trees for carbon offsetting, and why planting doesn’t always help climate change
08/06/202228/05/2022Approved
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Timber cladding design: why the devil is in the detail – explore the key considerations for timber cladding design, including timber selection, fixing, size, profile, orientation etc.
Brit 05/03/202223/12/202202/01/2023Approved
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Project pagehttps://ecochoice.co.uk/retaining-wallsretaining-walls20/02/2023Approved08/03/2023
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Project pagehttps://ecochoice.co.uk/lock-gateslock-gates20/02/2023APPROVED08/03/2023
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MarEco Choice13/03
Doomsday report: what would happen if our forests disappeared? – I thought this would be an interesting subject to explore with deforestation still a very real issue worldwide
08/06/202228/05/2022
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Ext Timber15/03How to minimise the effects of moisture and movement with cladding designBrit 05/03/202202/01/2023
Profread. To be sent to Mike. Apporved
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AprEco Choice05/04
6 things to consider when choosing your timber piles – species, sustainability, durability, resistance, surface finish, minimum bending etc.
Brit 05/03/202222/04/202228/05/2022
sent to Mike on 30/01/2023 -edits made
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Project pagehttps://ecochoice.co.uk/groynesgroynes20/02/2023Approved
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EcoChoice03/04
Oak pergolas: the perfect addition to the garden this spring – why oak is the perfect timber species for pergolas, options for oak pergolas, and the pergola’s wider use in the bigger garden landscape design picture
Brit 05/03/202222/04/202228/05/2022
sent to Mike once they're online
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EcoChoice10/04
All you need to know about Glulam – essential guide to its construction, characteristics, applications etc.
08/06/202228/05/2022
sent to Mike once they're online. asked Jess to look at an old comment
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EcoChoice17/04
What are the benefits of cladding a building? – include minimal maintenance, protection, aesthetic value etc.
Brit 05/03/202202/01/2023
sent to Mike once they're online
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EcoChoice19/04
What is greenheart timber? – background info, characteristics and applications in construction and marine environments
11/01/2023
sent to Mike once they're online
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Project page26/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/gripchoice-deckinggripchoice-decking12/04/2023published. Add internal linksApproved
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Project page26/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/oak-flooringoak-flooring15/03/2023published. Add internal linksapproved 04/04
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Project page26/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/glulam-structuresglulam-structures21/02/2023published. Add internal linksapproved 04/04
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Project page27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/fendersfenders12/04/2023published. Add internal linksApproved
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Project page27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/jetty-fendersekki-fenders20/02/2023
second proofreading done sent for final approval
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Project page27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/street-furniturestreet-furniture21/02/2023published. Add internal links
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Project page27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/foot-bridgesfoot-bridges27/02/2023published. Add internal links
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Product pages
27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/frakefrake27/02/2023
second proofreading done sent for final approval
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/wpc-claddingwpc-cladding27/02/2023
second proofreading done sent for final approval
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/cladding-profilescladding-profiles15/03/2023
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/cedar-claddingcedar-cladding15/03/2023
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/oak-pergolasoak-pergolas15/03/2023
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/hardwoodshardwoods15/03/2023
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/ekkiekki30/03/2023uploaded sent to Mike
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/furniture-componentsforniture-components30/03/2023uploaded sent to Mike
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27/04https://ecochoice.co.uk/farm-and-equestrianfarm-and-equestrian30/03/2023uploaded sent to Mike
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16/05https://ecochoice.co.uk/greenheartGreenheart27/04/2023uploaded sent to MikeApproved