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June 10, 2013

Getting the perfect timber for your construction projects

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If you’re involved in any form of construction project, you’ll know how important it is to source the right materials. Completing building work is hard enough without having to deal with complications caused by a lack of resources.

The good news is, as long as you know where to look, it’s now easy to get your hands on superb construction supplies. For example, here at Booker Timber we offer an impressive range of timbers, including cut to size chipboard and much more. If you’re on the lookout for good quality, accurately cut and shaped wood, we’re the go-to provider.

Demand on the rise?

It seems as though demand for resources like this may be on the rise among construction firms in the UK. According to recent figures, activity in the sector is picking up.

The Markit/CIPS Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index rose to 49.4 in April from 47.2 in March. Although this was slightly below the 50 level that divides growth from contraction, it was well above economists’ expectations of 48.

Also, Markit stated that employment levels were “broadly stable” in April and added that a rise in optimism about the year ahead helped to steady overall staffing levels. Of course, if conditions continue to improve within the industry, more personnel may be taken on.

A bounce back

Responding to the findings, senior economist at Markit Tim Moore stated that the industry bounced back following the disruption to work caused by freezing weather earlier in 2013. He added that higher levels of residential house building also contributed to the increase in activity.

The expert went on to note: “UK construction sector output was closer to stabilisation than at any time since October 2012. The overall survey findings are an early indication that construction will act as less of a drag on UK GDP over the second quarter of 2013.”

Caution

Adding a note of caution however, senior economist at IHS Global Insight Howard Archer said: “The sector undeniably still faces significant headwinds, notably including limited public investment and spending, a still weak economy, comparatively limited housing market activity and problems in getting funding for large-scale projects.

“The construction sector will be fervently hoping that both the economy and the housing market see sustained improvement over the coming months, even if only limited, and that this stimulates building work.”

Make your life easier

If you’re firm needs timber for a construction project, whether it’s large or small, you’ve come to the right place. By taking a look around our website, you can see all the various products we have to offer and you should be able to find exactly what you’re after.

We cut timber to an accuracy of within 0.1mm and can handle sheets up to six metres long, four metres wide and 90mm thick.

Our sheet cutting, routering and machining services could help make your life that little bit easier, and you might be pleasantly surprised by our competitive prices. When it comes to cut to size plywood and other timbers, you can see us as your one-stop-shop.

February 11, 2013

New EU Timber Laws on Way

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New European rules, to come into force on March 3, will ban the selling of illegally harvested timber or timber products and outline how those who trade on the EU market will need to comply.

The new legislation covers a wide selection of goods, from solid wood products to plywood and sheets for veneering. And the rules are the first in Europe to halt the illegal timber trade, although a similar law is already in place to cover the market in the United States.

In Britain, organisations such as the National Measurement Office (NMO) will be responsible for checking compliance with the new legislation, and imposing penalties for failures to comply.

The British Woodworking Federation, which has published a six-page guide to the legislation for members, said: “Any joinery company buying and selling timber products from within the EU market, or importing, will be affected by the new law, although by how much will vary.

“In some cases, compliance may just be a question of recording sales and purchases, in others, more complex systems could be needed to reduce any potential risk of selling illegal timber or timber products.”

Merchants are being encouraged to make themselves familiar with the new legislation, and how their responsibilities could change once it becomes law. At the same time, further clarification is due to be made over the next few months as to what exactly businesses need to do, as fresh information from the relevant authorities and monitoring organisations becomes available.

Environmental Guarantees from Booker Timber

At Booker Timber, we’re an independent timber merchant’s, supplying the UK’s industrial sector nationwide, along with regional DIY and trade customers across

the North West.

With our state of the art cutting equipment, we offer a specialist sheet material cutting, routering and machining service, whether you need cnc cutting, cut to

size chipboard or anything else.

And because we have had Chain of Custody certification since 2008, you can use us safe in the knowledge that the trees used to make our products are replaced or allowed to regenerate in a natural way, while parts of the forest are left completely alone to protect rare plants and animals.

All wood is tracked, from forest to store, and Chain of Custody is the only wood certification scheme approved by organisations such as Friends of the Earth, Greenpeace and the Woodland Trust.

Buy a Chain of Custody certified product with confidence that sustainably managed forests are being promoted.

So, at a time when the EU is clamping down on illegally harvested timber products, environmental concerns have never been more important.

But, whether you need cut to size MDF, machined hardwood or melamine faced chipboard, make us your first port of call, safe in the knowledge that what you are buying is environmentally sound.

Learn more about our products and machining facilities online today.

October 27, 2011

Sheet Cutting From Booker Timber

CNC Cutting,Sheets — Tags: , , — Booker Timber @ 9:09 am

Booker Timber have a wealth of experience to offer our customers when it comes to the supply and cutting of timber sheeting.
When it comes to sheet cutting, our use of the latest technology means we can produce accurate results quickly. The saws are able to cope with cutting large sizes of wood as well. Our services are available to suit all needs, from simply cutting a sheet of wood to size, or routing and shaping components. This can be particular useful for furniture makers, or people working in aviation and packaging industries.

We can cut, wrap, and re-label your own products, or we can supply wood sheets from our own sustainable sources. Take a look around our website for more information on our complete range of wood sheets, and the sizes and grades available. For now, we will highlight several of our popular types. We have chipboard in stock, which either comes in standard or moisture resistant grades, which can be supplied as normal or as tongue and groove panels. We can supply these sheets in 3 different thicknesses to suit your needs.

We also have a range of plywood sheets cut to size, and if you’re looking for strong, durable woods on the market, then you may find Birch Plywood is just the ticket. Its smooth surface, and the attractive appearance of the higher grades of this hardwood ply means it can lend itself to attractive shaped work. With other varieties of hardwood and softwood ply available, the possibilities are endless.

August 22, 2011

Timber that is Environmentally and Economically Sound

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When you ask people in Britain what their two chief concerns are right now, most of them will answer you with ‘the economy’ and ‘the environment’. Indeed, economic growth has been much slower than hoped and the major industrial nations of the world are still dragging their heels with regard to the environment.

Sourcing timber
The state of economy and concern for the environment is very much in the mind of many companies that need to source timber for their operations. These companies generally have less money in their budgets than they once did and know that their customers will insist that the timber they use must be environmentally friendly in both its sourcing and its operations.

Thankfully, help is at hand

Precision cutting
We here at Booker Timber are timber merchants who understand the concerns of businesses and consumers alike. Our environmental awareness and cost-effective operations means that we can provide a fast and professional service that delivers accurate results with eco-friendly timber.
Our hi-tech optimisation software enables us to calculate the most efficient way to cut all kinds of materials, from cut to size chipboard to MDF sheets. This precision cutting means that not only is the amount of waste for each order considerably reduced, but also that customers may well require less boards to complete their order. Happily, the consequences of this are that both the planet and our customers’ budgets get a much needed helping hand.

Browse our pages further to find out more.

August 8, 2011

Making the Most of the Summer Months

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Summer is officially here and temperatures are on the rise. Thankfully, these prolonged periods of fine weather are fantastic for building projects as they allow work to be done without the frequent interruption of inclement weather. So, whether you are working in your own back garden or on a professional construction site, now is the time to make sure you invest in a timber merchant who can provide you with high quality wood in the exact size and volume that you need to get ahead.

We here at Booker Timber are timber merchants who specialise in providing cut to size chipboard, plywood cutting and MDF sheets, as well as offering hardwoods, softwoods and real wood veneers. Our state-of-the-art technologies not only ensure that we can provide you with perfectly fitting wood to suit your needs, but that we can do so while keeping wastage to an absolute minimum. We are very aware of our responsibility to the environment and consider this to be a very important feature in our operations. Similarly, we also make sure all of our timber is Chain of Custody certified so that our customers can rest assured that the wood they purchase is from responsible sources only.

So, whether you want chipboard to build a child’s tree house in the garden or need to source hardwood for large-scale municipal building projects, look no further than us here at Booker Timber. We’ve got everything you need to make this summer more productive than ever!

June 5, 2011

Environmentally Friendly Timber Merchant

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The summer months are often productive ones in terms of construction projects, with fewer days on site called off or slowed down due to bad weather. Whether the site is a large professional one, or your own back garden, you may be investigating the best places to source the materials you need. Ensuring that you have a dependable timber merchant which can provide you with high quality wood in the size and volume you require is important to smooth operation.

Booker Timber is just such a merchant, specialists in cut to size chipboard, MDF, plywood, and more, able to provide hardwoods, softwoods and real wood veneers. By using the latest available technology, we can make sure that your wood fits perfectly, whatever its intended function. By ensuring that there is minimal wastage, this precise approach is also environmentally friendly, an important consideration for us as a company. Another mark of our dedication to the planet is that all of our timber is Chain of Custody certified, coming from responsible resources only.

Whether you are building a small decked area in your back garden or setting up a company which provides this service for others, we can process your orders. We welcome enquiries, happy to cater for bulk orders and smaller one-offs alike. Experts in our field, we can advise you on whether you need melamine faced chipboard for your new cabinets or anti slip boards for your outdoor spaces. We are honest and environmentally aware, able to cater for all kinds of timber requests.

March 15, 2011

Guaranteed accuracy with CNC cutting

CNC Cutting — Tags: , , — Booker Timber @ 1:58 pm

If you want to order cut to size chipboard and other such provisions, you are no doubt seeking accuracy. After all, if the items you receive are not quite the right size or shape, you may not be able to use them, or you might have to send them back to the manufacturer for adjustment. All of this takes time and effort and it may cause you to miss deadlines.

The problem is that often companies claim they are capable of providing the necessary level of precision when in fact they are not. This might be because the team involved lack the necessary skill and experience, or because they have to make do with inadequate tools.

However, here at Booker Timber there are no such problems. Over the years, we have invested in a full range of hi-tech machinery, as well as a fantastic workforce, meaning we are able to provide you with the upmost level of accuracy.

For example, we use state of the art computer numerical controlled (CNC) machinery coupled with powerful software so that we can achieve the desired outcomes. Indeed, our CNC cutting equipment is among the best the world. We can even cut with within 0.1mm accuracy.

So, if you want total certainty when you order plywood sheets and other such provisions, you have come to the right place. Also, we can handle sheets of up to six metres long and up to four metres wide, with a board thickness of up to nine centimetres.