Treated Carcassing Timber delivered to Chester

Treated Carcassing Timber available for Chester delivery

• C16 graded carcassingThe everyday structural grade for joists, rafters and studs.
• C24 graded carcassingStronger grade for longer spans or smaller sections.
• Treated timberPressure treated for protection against rot and insect attack.
• Wall plate and nogginsSmaller sections for plates, noggins and bracing.

Working out quantities for your Chester job

A floor 3 m wide with joists spanning 4.2 m at 400 mm centres needs 9 joists, plus trimmers and noggins. The section and grade, such as 47 × 200 mm C24, come from span tables or your engineer; send us the timber schedule and we will price it.

Before you order carcassing timber

C16 or C24?

C24 is stronger and stiffer, so it can span further or use a smaller section. Span tables and your structural drawings decide which grade and size you need.

Cut ends

Treat any cut ends with a suitable end-grain preservative, especially on external work.

In England, building work is checked against the Approved Documents, for example Part A for structure and Part L for energy efficiency, through your council's building control team or a registered building control approver.

Delivery to Chester: what helps

Timber is delivered in packs or bundles on a flatbed; long lengths need clear access along the drop point. Chester is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• On busy streets in Chester, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• If the site is up a shared drive or behind other houses, tell us the distance from the road.
• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.

Your questions answered

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Chester?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.

Why is my treated timber green or brown?

The colour comes from the preservative. It fades over time and does not tell you how well the timber is protected; the use class does.

How soon can carcassing timber be delivered in Chester?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

What sizes of joist do I need?

That depends on the span, spacing, loading and grade. Use span tables or your engineer's design; building control will check.