OSB, MDF & Chipboard delivery in Wigan

Choosing from our OSB, MDF and chipboard range

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

Working out quantities for your Wigan job

Decking 12 m² with 2440 × 1220 mm sheets takes 5 sheets including 10% for cutting. In P5 chipboard flooring (2400 × 600 mm) the same floor takes 10 boards.

Getting OSB, MDF and chipboard onto your Wigan site

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

• Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.

Things to check before you order

Cutting MDF safely

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

OSB or plywood?

OSB3 is usually cheaper and fine for most structural decking in humid conditions. Plywood is stiffer, takes fixings near edges better and performs better where it may get wet.

Questions about OSB, MDF and chipboard delivery in Wigan

How soon can OSB, MDF and chipboard be delivered in Wigan?

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 chipboard flooring should I use?

P5 moisture-resistant tongue-and-groove chipboard. 18 mm is common on joists at 400 mm centres and 22 mm at 600 mm centres.

What size are flooring boards?

Chipboard flooring is commonly 2400 × 600 mm with tongue-and-groove on all four edges.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Wigan?

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.