Douglas fir is a strong, versatile softwood with a distinctive warm colour and attractive grain. Its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and natural durability make it well suited to structural, interior and exterior applications.
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Western Red Cedar is a lightweight, naturally durable softwood prized for its rich colour, distinctive grain and excellent performance outdoors. Naturally resistant to decay and moisture, it is particularly well suited to cladding, shingles and other exposed external applications.
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Larch is a strong, naturally durable softwood with a distinctive warm colour and pronounced grain. Its combination of strength, durability and good weather resistance makes it particularly well suited to exterior applications, while its attractive appearance also makes it a popular choice for interior use.
Choosing the right timber depends on where it will be used, the performance required and the appearance you’re looking for.
Douglas Fir is a strong and versatile timber, making it an excellent choice for structural beams and posts, as well as cladding, flooring and interior finishes. Its distinctive grain and warm colour also make it a great option where the timber will remain visible
Larch is a strong, hard-wearing and naturally durable timber, making it an excellent all-round choice for cladding, fencing, landscaping and other external applications.
Western Red Cedar is lightweight, stable and naturally durable, making it particularly well suited to high-quality cladding, shingles and applications where appearance and weather resistance are priorities.
We also regularly mill Oak and Sweet Chestnut, alongside other British-grown species depending on availability. If you’re unsure which timber is best for your project, get in touch and we’ll be happy to advise.