Softwoods come from trees that are of the coniferous or evergreen species, such as pine or spruce. These species comprise 80% of the world's production of timber. Pine is used in our variety of completing timbers and decking products, Spruce for our structural and non-structural Carcassing timbers, and Fencing timbers. We can also offer Western Red Cedar and also Larch for cladding and also tongue as well as groove products.
Sheet Materials are an engineered timber product made using timber material bound together with a glue and also occasionally with wood veneers where the completed appearance is necessary-- such as wardrobes or shelving. Here at Covers Timber & Builders Merchants, we provide a wide range of sheet materials in various densities suitable for various jobs depending upon their construction. Some sheets are great for general use, whereas others have more particular benefits, such as moisture resistance and also load-bearing properties.
Perfect if you are trying to find something flexible and ideal for general use. We have a wide range of plywood available that can be used for general building as well as remodelling, shelving, floors and also wall surfaces, and many various other usages. We also offer marine plywood that can be used in bathrooms and cooking area areas or anywhere else where the product is at high risk of splashing. OSB, Oriented Strand Board, is available in OSB3 grade here at Covers, making it ideal for damp environments as well as appropriating for building work as well as load-bearing structural as well as GRP roof.
Covers have supplied customers with Timber since 1846. Recently we have significantly boosted our hardwood stock account. We have a specialized hardwood specialist sales team at our head workplace in Malaysian Wood Industries Association (MWIA) Chichester who would more than happy to answer any kind of concerns you may have.
You can check out a comprehensive range of our hardwoods online, but because of the nature of how some of our hardwoods are machined, not all are available to buy online. So please do not hesitate to browse our range on our site but do give our Hardwood specialists a phone call or email to find out more on purchasing. They are extremely knowledgeable on tropical hardwoods and also temperate species. We hold a substantial range of species in the majority of sizes as well as quality grades, and also we buy in more unusual timbers to fulfill our customer's demands.
Decking is a great way to bring a brand-new lease of life to and improve your garden. Timber decking comes in various sizes as well as colours. Decking can expand your house right into your garden seamlessly. It works as a wise alternative to a patio area and also can also be used around swimming pools or increased seating areas. Whether you're working on an existing project or refurbishing your garden space, Covers have got the decking products for you to finish your project efficiently with no hassle. We offer hardwood, softwood and also composite decking boards that are suitable for industrial and also domestic settings. Choosing the appropriate material for you is necessary to ensuring your project succeeds and also fits your aesthetic. Timber, available in softwood as well as hardwood, supplies a look that can be discolored and also treated. Composite is a more expensive option with many colour choices.
As an all-natural product, timber can be both beautiful as well as tough. Prone to bending, twisting as well as bowing, coupled with its ability to soak up moisture, it's important to source high quality timber that's been treated and also stored properly. The grade of your timber can have a dramatic effect on completion result, and will identify how simple it is to collaborate with. A quality product will conserve you time and money in the long run.
Wood with a tighter, straighter grain (age lines that are closer together) will be stronger as well as much less most likely to split, and are as a result ideal for construction. Timber that has actually been extracted from the heart of the tree will also be of a higher quality as it's had longer to mature. Knots give wood its characteristic charm; nevertheless, way too many can threaten strength, so bear this in mind when looking around.