Order CLS timber for delivery in Hoddesdon

Choosing from our CLS timber range

• Noggins and head platesCut from the same stock.
• 38 × 89 mm CLSFor taller partitions, more insulation depth or heavier boards.
• FixingsScrews, nails and frame fixings to suit.
• 38 × 63 mm CLSFor non-loadbearing partitions and boxing in.

Estimating your CLS timber

A 3 m partition 2.4 m high at 400 mm centres takes 9 CLS studs, 6 m of head and sole plate and a row of noggins, then boarding on both sides. Work out the boards too

Before you order CLS timber

Loadbearing walls

If the wall carries load it needs graded timber to a design. Plain CLS is not automatically structural.

Stud spacing

Studs are usually set at 400 mm or 600 mm centres to suit 1200 mm wide plasterboard.

Getting CLS timber onto your Hoddesdon site

CLS travels in bundles alongside plasterboard and is easy to hand off at the kerb. Hoddesdon is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• In summer Hoddesdon gets around 16h 41m of daylight, but early deliveries still beat the traffic and give the longest working day.
• On busy streets in Hoddesdon, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.

Ordering CLS timber for Hoddesdon: FAQs

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Hoddesdon?

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.

Can CLS be used for loadbearing walls?

Only if it is strength graded and the wall is designed for the load. Ask for graded CLS if your design calls for it.

What is the difference between CLS and planed timber?

CLS has rounded edges and is sized for studwork; planed all round timber has square edges and comes in many more sizes for joinery and trim.

How soon can CLS timber be delivered in Hoddesdon?

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.