Treated Carcassing Timber delivery in Stirling

What carcassing timber can we deliver to Stirling?

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

Planning the drop in Stirling

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

• In summer Stirling gets around 17h 39m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around FK8 are priced to the exact address.
• Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.

Things to check before you order

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.

Sizing your order

A floor 3.6 m wide with joists spanning 3.9 m at 400 mm centres needs 10 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.

Questions about carcassing timber delivery in Stirling

How soon can carcassing timber be delivered in Stirling?

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.

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

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

Can you cut timber to length?

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

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.