Treated Carcassing Timber delivered to Kelso

What carcassing timber can we deliver to Kelso?

• C24 graded carcassingStronger grade for longer spans or smaller sections.
• C16 graded carcassingThe everyday structural grade for joists, rafters and studs.
• Longer lengthsLengths beyond the common range to order.
• Fencing and sleeper timberTreated posts, rails and sleepers on request.

How much will you need?

A floor 4.2 m wide with joists spanning 3.6 m at 400 mm centres needs 12 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.

Getting carcassing timber onto your Kelso site

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

• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around TD5 are priced to the exact address.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Choosing carcassing timber

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.

Cut ends

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

In Scotland most building work needs a building warrant from the local authority, assessed against the Building Standards Technical Handbooks.

Treated Carcassing Timber questions

Can you cut timber to length?

Ask when you request a price; we will tell you what cutting is possible for your order.

Can you deliver carcassing timber to a site with restricted access in Kelso?

Usually, yes. Tell us about the access when you ask for a price and we will plan the vehicle and offload, or say if a smaller vehicle is needed.

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.

Do you deliver carcassing timber to trades and homeowners in Kelso?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.