OSB, MDF & Chipboard delivery in Selkirk

What OSB, MDF and chipboard can we deliver to Selkirk?

• HardboardThin sheets for protection and backing.
• OSB3Load-bearing board for humid conditions: floors, roofs, sheathing and site hoardings.
• P5 chipboard flooringMoisture-resistant tongue-and-groove floor decking.
• OSB3 tongue and grooveFlooring-grade OSB that locks together over joists.

Getting the right OSB, MDF and chipboard

Cutting MDF safely

MDF dust is fine; cut with extraction and wear suitable respiratory protection.

Which flooring?

P5 chipboard flooring is the standard moisture-resistant floor deck. 18 mm is common at 400 mm joist centres and 22 mm at 600 mm centres, but follow the maker's span table.

Delivering OSB, MDF and chipboard in Selkirk

Sheets come in packs on the lorry bed, crane-lifted or hand-offloaded. Selkirk is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.

Estimating your OSB, MDF and chipboard

Decking 8 m² with 2440 × 1220 mm sheets takes 3 sheets including 10% for cutting. In P5 chipboard flooring (2400 × 600 mm) the same floor takes 7 boards.

Ordering OSB, MDF and chipboard for Selkirk: FAQs

Can you deliver OSB, MDF and chipboard to a site with restricted access in Selkirk?

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.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Selkirk?

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.

What is OSB3?

OSB3 is oriented strand board graded for load-bearing use in humid conditions under BS EN 300. It is the common grade for floors, roofs and sheathing.

Can OSB get wet?

OSB3 copes with humid conditions and short exposure during construction, but it should not be left in the rain for long or used where it stays wet.