If any garden project deserves a place at the top of our 'best bank holiday weekend projects' list, it is surely...
In our experience in dealing with different kinds of timber and the various grades, we have learned one thing:...
After over 100 years in the timber trade, we've picked up a few key things. One thing we've learned is the sequence...
a concrete fence post installed today will still be standing strong in fifty years, and probably longer. We've seen...
After over 100 years manufacturing timber products in our workshop, we've learned something that most homeowners...
The short version? Paint your walls first, then the skirting. But like most things in our trade, the devil's in the...
A typical landscaping screw has a polymer and/or ceramic coating that can withstand the weather in Britain longer...
Choosing the right firewood matters because each type burns, smells, and throws out heat in its own way. By matching...
At UK Timber, we are proud to have sponsored the Structural Green Oak that was used to bring the Room to Breathe...
The British summer has arrived in full force, a lot earlier than expected - with temperatures soaring across the...
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In our experience in dealing with different kinds of timber and the various grades, we have learned one thing: knowledge of grades matters. Without it, you could end up with a timber which is too strong or, conversely, insufficiently strong to suit your needs
After over 100 years in the timber trade, we've picked up a few key things. One thing we've learned is the sequence in which you tackle your garden projects is just as important as the projects you tackle.
a concrete fence post installed today will still be standing strong in fifty years, and probably longer. We've seen concrete fence posts from the 1960s and 70s that still function perfectly. Simply, concrete does not rot, does not decay, and does not allow insects to take hold, nor water to penetrate. It's simply permanent
At UK Timber, we are proud to have sponsored the Structural Green Oak that was used to bring the Room to Breathe Hospital Garden to life at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May 2025, with it holding a permanent residence as a healing space at Amersham Hospital.
An elevated gardening bed is another way to describe what’s typically known as a raised bed kit and is a way to store plants beyond just regular pots. And so, assuming you’ve created a raised bed kit for yourself, the question may spring into your mind on whether you then need to add a base to it?
Did you know that the signs of aging can add character to timber? Below, we have answered some of the most common questions about old timber for you to understand more about the wood aging process. Dealing with Exterior and Interior Timber
If you are looking for a way to enhance the natural beauty of your garden, installing a pergola could be one of your options.
You can greatly improve the appearance of your garden just by having a pergola/ terrace installed, whether it’s free standing or attached to your home.
Oak has long been held in high regard across most cultures in Europe, in fact ancient kings once decorated themselves with crowns of oak leaves, signifying their status. Though it’s unlikely we’ll see Queen Elizabeth II swap diamonds for oak in the near future, we can’t deny oak its rightful place as King of The Woods, especially in terms of home and garden improvements. Oak wood can be used to create beautiful pergolas, strong fences, tidy raised beds, solid gates, hardwood decking, stylish...
Composite decking is becoming more popular by the day. A quick snapshot from Google Trends for "composite decking" searches in the UK highlights the growing admiration for this innovative decking solution. Below we've detailed the four most significant rewards you'll reap when you invest in composite decking:
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