Francois De Villiers

Timber Construction Conference, held on 15 September 2026 at Future Africa, University of Pretoria, explored the theme “Connected by Timber: From Forests to Future Cities.” The event participants included researchers, students, industry leaders, architects, designers, engineers, policymakers and public-sector partners committed to expanding timber’s contribution to South Africa’s built environment. Led primarily by the York […]

The 2026 Rubio Monocoat Makers Build-off was a major highlight of WoodEX for Africa, held from 9–11 June at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg. The three-day competition brought together three talented South African makers — Brandon Scheepers of Made. Dot, Greg Stock of Stock Woodworks and Warren Turnbull of Hutch Custom — who were

5 March 2026 – DAS Johannesburg 13 March 2026 – Cape Floor Expo 26 March 2026 – INC Cape Town 13 – 14 May 2026 – FLOORS in Africa 9 – 11 June 2026 – WoodEX for Africa + Makers Build-off 6 August 2026 – DAS Cape Town 15 October 2026 – DAS Pretoria December

The 2025 Rubio Monocoat Heritage Build-Off has officially wrapped up! This past Friday, our talented Makers and incredible Sponsors came together to celebrate the end of an unforgettable journey — filled with great food, music, and even better company. During the afternoon, we hosted our Prize Giving Ceremony and proudly handed over a cheque of

Visit team Rubio Monocoat at the Hardware Centre Winter Woodworking Expo. Stand a chance to win a Rubio Monocoat product hamper in a lucky Giveaway!!   Date: 26 July 2025 Venue: @Hardware Centre in Randburg, Johannesburg