The Wood App is brought to you by the Department of Forestry and Wood Science, Stellenbosch University

Online Courses

The Wood App is South Africa’s leading educational platform for design and use of timber products. The Wood App offers FREE online courses and hosts in-person workshops.

Online courses are available to all wood users and designers.

In-person workshops are CPD accredited for architects.

VISION: To inspire and support local developers, designers, contractors and DIY’ers to use wood

MISSION: To offer relevant, accessible, and practical information on the use of wood in constructions in South Africa

AIM: To guide designers towards local wood standards, materials and best practice.