Timber News & Resources
Discover what we’re up to at WL West Timber, as well as useful information on different timbers, trends, products and services.
Ukraine Sunflower Aid - Support for Refugees
None of you can have avoided seeing the appalling events that are happening in the Ukraine. With thousands of Ukrainian people displaced, many made homeless, having to leave their homes with very few personal belongings. Explore how you can support the cause today.
The Impact of Log Shortages in 2022
The ongoing challenge of log shortages from Europe is going to have an impact on prices and availability in 2022. Find out more.
Family Values and Sustainability are important to us.
Listen to what our MD - Dave West has to say about our family values and how we approach environmental issues.
Our Engineer - Jim (Titch) Passmore - A tribute
WL West & Sons Ltd tribute to our engineer Jim (Titch) Passmore.
Global Shortages in Timber Supplies: An Expert's Thoughts
Since the end of February 2021, the issues with timber supply have surpassed anything we have witnessed in the past forty years. Find out more in our blog.
Fire Retardant Products for Wood and Timber
It's very important to ensure that wood has been treated to a high standard to make it fire retardant. Find out more from W L West & Sons Ltd.
Ash Dieback Disease: Reporting & Recovery
This article covers Ash Dieback disease & how to prevent & treat it. Find out more from timber industry experts W L West & Sons Ltd.
What's Going On in the Market? Timber Trade Commentary
The US, UK & European timber markets have seen a lot of changes since the start of the pandemic. Here is our assessment of the situation.
Sustainable Timber: Do We Understand It?
With regards to Timber, sustainablity is extremely important in this day & age; however, what do we mean when we say that we work in a sustainable way? Learn more from W L West & Sons Ltd.
What is a Steeplejack? The Story of Peter Harknett
Peter Harknett is a renowned Steeplejack. Find out all about Peter and his illustrious career as a Steeplejack.
The Spread of Ash Dieback (Chalara) in the UK
Although every effort is made to limit waste and preserve wildlife, the ash dieback disease is predicted to severely affect or kill 80% of ash trees in the UK, dramatically impacting UK flora and woodland landscapes.
Heritage: The Difference Between Restoration & Renovation
Do you know your restorations from your renovations? Lots of people tend to use the words interchangeably but as with renovation, conservation, preservation, remodelling and retrofit, each term expresses a specific degree and type of change to a building.
Reconnecting a Village: Our Restoration of Tilford Bridge
Explore how we restored the Tilford Bridge to reconnect the village with the community.
Don't Waste Timber: Making The Most of Ash Dieback
Using British and local timber specifically enables us to get Grown in Britain timber to the market place, which is something we are working hard to maintain as infected trees are preventatively felled across the country to combat Ash Dieback.
Post Brexit Impact on UK Timber Trade - An Expert's Thoughts
Post Brexit Impact on UK Timber Trade - An Expert's Thoughts By Dave West The full impact of Brexit is still not really clear, even though we are only a few months away from the end of the transition period.
Working Alongside Local Builders
Are you a builder, machinist, joiner, fitter or carpenter based in Hampshire, Surrey or West Sussex? Collaborate with W L West & Sons Ltd. Discover More.
Why Planting Trees Can Save Our Planet More Than Ever Before
W L West & Sons are committed to sustainability and giving back what we take. Find out how planting trees can help cool the climate.
Oak - It Doesn't Grow on Trees!
The increasing demand for oak has caused some concerns here at W L West and Sons Ltd. Explore why.
Make the Most of Timber!
Use timber wisely, it’s taken years to grow, we should make the most of what we fell and utilise more of the tree, knots and all. Read more.
Gates of Distinction
Beautiful entrance gates can enhance your property, and we have been making them for decades. Read more here and look on our website.