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Garden Trends for 2024
The weather challenges of 2023 and the ever-growing awareness of environmental issues and climate change are impacting gardens and gardening styles for 2024. We look at some key trends to expect this coming year… Low water usage gardens As
Government publishes new ‘Timber in Construction Roadmap’
We were interested to read the policy paper launched in early December 2023. It's a long-term mission to increase the supply of quality homegrown UK timber but we are pleased to see the higher importance and sharper focus
Gateway To Another World
The simple action of installing a driveway gate can make a huge difference to your property by clearing demarcating the boundary between the outside world and your home. Customised driveway gates can match the size and style specifications of your
Keruing – A Vanishing Tropical Hardwood Giant
Keruing wood, a versatile and highly sought-after tropical hardwood, originates from the lush forests of South East Asia. This robust and resilient timber offers distinctive qualities and characteristics, with a reputation for strength, durability and a captivating range of
Polo Pitch Boards – The Benefits of Timber vs. Plastic
Cowdray Park in West Sussex (known worldwide as the home of British polo) is located only a few miles from W L West & Sons Ltd and there’s a strong relationship between the two enterprises. We source our Douglas Fir from Cowdray Park
Choosing the Right Type of Wire/Steel Fencing
The wide choice of wire and steel fencing options can meet a range of agricultural, commercial or residential requirements. Whether it is keeping animals in, or unwanted visitors out, wire and steel fences are strong, durable and low maintenance. There
J is for Jelutong: A lesser-known hardwood
In the vast world of timber, some woods stand boldly in the spotlight, while others fade into the background. Jelutong (Dyera costulata), a lesser-known hardwood from the heart of southeast Asia, is one such hidden gem. Sitting side-by-side with
Exploring the Myth Behind D30 & BS5756
In the timber trade it has always been important to understand the differences between species and end use applications. Moreover, one of the most important ways to select a timber for the job is to consider its strength merits
Cleft Rail Fencing: A Guide
Traditional chestnut cleft rail fencing (also known as Sussex Rail) has been used for centuries for gardens, paddocks, stock enclosures and agricultural land. In this blog, our expert fencing division provide a step-by-step guide to help you decide whether
Can You Paint Green or Air-Dried Oak?
Oak is a popular choice for various woodworking projects, primarily due to its durability, beauty and natural characteristics. However, when it comes to painting oak, there are some considerations to keep in mind. Today, we're delving into the reasons
What is Olive Wood? Properties & Uses
When it comes to beautiful and versatile timbers, olive wood certainly deserves a special mention. At W.L. West & Sons Ltd, we are thrilled to announce that we offer stunning high-quality olive wood fit for a wide variety of
Why Treat Timber? Tanalised vs. Thermally Modified
Using timber in situations that are open to the elements means that suitable species need to be selected. In the UK, home hardwood species are really down to two options that are durable, Oak or Chestnut. For softwoods Larch