Treated Carcassing Timber delivery in Durham

Which carcassing timber can you order in Durham?

• Fencing and sleeper timberTreated posts, rails and sleepers on request.
• Wall plate and nogginsSmaller sections for plates, noggins and bracing.
• Longer lengthsLengths beyond the common range to order.
• C16 graded carcassingThe everyday structural grade for joists, rafters and studs.
• Treated timberPressure treated for protection against rot and insect attack.

Choosing 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.

Which treatment?

Treatment is specified by use class. Timber inside a building is usually use class 1 or 2; external timber out of ground contact is use class 3; timber in ground contact needs use class 4.

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.

Sizing your order

A floor 3 m wide with joists spanning 3.9 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.

Planning the drop in Durham

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

• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• With roughly 7h 13m of daylight in Durham around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Treated Carcassing Timber in Durham: questions

What lengths are available?

Common lengths run from 2.4 m to 4.8 m in 300 mm steps, with longer lengths to order.

How soon can carcassing timber be delivered in Durham?

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.

Do you deliver carcassing timber to Durham?

Yes. We deliver across Durham, including DH1, DH7. Durham is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.