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George Sykes Limited · Carlyon Road · Atherstone · Warwickshire · CV9 1JD

Telephone: 01827 718951 · Fax: 01827 714257

Website: www.sykestimber.co.uk · E-mail: [email protected]

Registered in England No. 140166. Registered Office address as above.

TIMBER SPECIFICATIONS

This document contains specifications of our main timber stocks and is divided into Hardwoods, Softwoods and other items such as Oak Beams, Plywood and Hardwood Decking. Where available images of the timber are provided against each specification, however because of the limitations of the imaging process these should be seen only as a guide to the colour and grain pattern. We are able to provide hand samples of a specific timber or timbers if required.

HARDWOODS

Afrormosia Iroko Padauk American Ash Jelutong Yellow Poplar European Ash Koto Rubberwood Steamed Beech Lime Sapele Bubinga Maple Steamed Swiss Pear African Cedar African Mahogany Sycamore Brazilian Cedar Brazilian Mahogany Teak American Cherry Dark Red Meranti Utile European Cherry American Red Oak African Walnut Chestnut American White Oak American Black Walnut Coconut European/English Oak European Walnut European Elm Japanese Oak Wenge Idigbo - Emeri Obeche - Ayous Zebrano

SOFTWOODS Cedar of Lebanon Siberian Larch European Redwood (Red Deal) Western Red Cedar Canadian Yellow Pine Sitka Spruce Douglas Fir Pitch Pine Hemlock Southern Yellow Pine All species are available in rough sawn boards or machined to order. We also stock solid hardwood flooring and cladding and are able to supply a full range of finishes. Specifications Index Hardwoods A - Z Pages 2 to 21 Softwoods A - Z Pages 22 to 26 Oak Beams Page 27 Plywood Page 28 Hardwood Decking Page 29

Sykes Timber

Timber Specialists Since 1862

Specifications of Main Hardwood Stock


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AFRORMOSIA - Pericopsis elata Afrormosia is valued as a naturally durable, high quality, teak substitute but beautiful in its own right.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Golden brown Usage Shopfitting · High class joinery · Flooring · Furniture Durability Durable to very durable Density 700 - 750 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm & 52mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium/High Summary High class joinery timber often used as a Teak substitute

AMERICAN ASH - Fraxinus americana American Ash is a clean general purpose joinery timber ideal for interior applications e.g. shopfitting.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' offering guaranteed 100% 'white' one

face Colour Cream / White Usage Shopfitting · Joinery · Flooring · Internal carpentry Durability Non-Durable Density 650 - 700 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 4" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low/Medium

Summary Good general purpose joinery timber

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ENGLISH & EUROPEAN ASH - Fraxinus excelsior English and European Ash is valued for its strength and is sought after particularly by the car restoration trade.

Origin Europe Availability Waney edged kiln or air dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Cream / Grey / Brown Usage Tool handles · Vehicle bodywork · Flooring · Internal

joinery Durability Non-Durable Density 650 - 700 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 27mm, 41mm, 54mm & 80mm Specification 200mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Good general purpose joinery timber STEAMED BEECH - Fagus sylvatica Steamed Beech is predominantly used for interior joinery and woodware items.

Origin Europe Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' selected from prime quality Colour Pale to pinkish brown Usage Furniture · Joinery · Turnery · Flooring Durability Non-durable Density 700 - 750 kg/m3 Movement in Service Large Thicknesses Available 26mm, 32mm, 38mm, 52mm, 65mm & 80mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Ideally used in small sizes for a variety of work

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BUBINGA -Guibourtia demeusii Bubinga is a valued Rosewood alternative. An extremely attractive high class timber.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade FAS Colour Medium red-brown with lighter red to purple veining Usage Furniture · Joinery · Turnery · Flooring Durability Moderately durable Density 800 - 960 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 27mm & 52mm Specification 100mm & wider, 2.1m and longer Basic Price Level High

Summary Beautiful cabinet timber and a good Rosewood alternative

AFRICAN CEDAR -Cedrela spp. African Cedar is a naturally durable medium priced hardwood, plantation grown in West Africa. Used heavily in boat building.

Origin Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Pale reddish brown Usage Joinery · Furniture · Cigar Boxes · Conservatories Durability Durable Density 480 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 38, 52mm, 63mm, 76mm & 100mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low/Medium

Summary Even textured hardwood for quality joinery work

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BRAZILIAN CEDAR -Cedrela spp. Brazilian Cedar is famed for its fragrant odour and traditionally used in the manufacture of humidors, hence the term ‘cigar box cedar’. Also used in boat building where its durability and the fact that it is light in weight make it particular popular.

Origin Brazil Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Pale reddish brown Usage Joinery · Furniture · Cigar Boxes · Conservatories Durability Durable Density 480 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.5” & 2" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Medium/High Summary Even textured Hardwood for quality joinery work

AMERICAN CHERRY - Prunus serotina American Cherry is a beautiful fine cabinet and joinery timber which achieves a very fine, glass like, finish.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Pale pinkish red heartwood, light yellow sapwood Usage Shopfitting · Joinery · Flooring · Furniture · Cabinet

making · Kitchens Durability Moderately durable Density 550 - 600 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5" & 3" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary High class joinery timber used for many varied applications

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EUROPEAN CHERRY - Prunus avium European Cherry is a furniture timber similar in appearance to American Cherry but a little more insipid. This species does contain natural defect and sapwood.

Origin Europe Availability Square edged kiln or air dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Pale pinkish red heartwood, light yellow sapwood Usage Shopfitting · Joinery · Flooring · Furniture · Cabinet

making · Kitchens Durability Moderately durable Density 600 - 650 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 26mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Good general purpose joinery and cabinet timber CHESTNUT - Castanea sativa Chestnut is used in similar applications as an alternative to Oak.

Origin Europe Availability Square & waney edged kiln dried or air dried

boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Yellowish to dark brown Usage Cabinet making · Flooring · Internal joinery Durability Durable Density 550 - 600 kg/m3 Movement in Service Large Thicknesses Available 27mm, 33mm, 40mm, 52mm, 65mm, 76mm &

102mm(Air Dried) Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Good general purpose joinery timber often used as an alternative to Oak

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COCONUT- Cocos nucifera Coconut is ideal for woodware items as a truly 'green' option.

Origin Mafia Island - Tanzania Availability Square edged air dried boards Grade Prime Colour Dark reddish brown with white flecks Usage Flooring · Furniture · Cabinet Making Durability Moderately durable to durable Density 700 - 800 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1” Specification 4” – 6”, 7’ lengths Basic Price Level Medium

Summary A visually stunning, environmentally friendly exotic timber

EUROPEAN ELM - Ulmus spp. European Elm is a naturally beautiful timber with interesting grain and colour. Often used in cottage floors and fine furniture.

Origin Europe Availability Square & waney edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Grey/Brown Usage Boatbuilding · Furniture · General woodworking Durability Non-durable Density 550 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 27mm, 40mm, 52mm, 80mm & 100mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Attractive timber requiring careful specification & selection

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IDIGBO (EMERI) - Terminalia ivorensis Idigbo (Emeri) is a general purpose joinery timber for interior and exterior applications. This must not be confused with Framire which is a very much inferior product.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried or air dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Emeri Colour Straw yellow/Light brown Usage General joinery · doors · windows Durability Durable Density 560 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 32mm, 38mm, 52mm, 63mm, 76mm &

100mm(Air Dried) Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary A good low priced general purpose hardwood

IROKO -Chlorophora excelsa Iroko is naturally durable and an excellent substitute for Teak when cost is an important factor on the job. Ideal for external joinery and garden furniture.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Medium to golden brown Usage Exterior & interior general joinery · Garden furniture Durability Very durable Density 660 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 33mm, 40mm, 52mm, 63mm, 76mm,

105mm & 155mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low/Medium

Summary Natural oils make this a good durable exterior timber

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JELUTONG - Dyera costulat Jelutong is very stable and carves well and is therefore a very important timber for patternmakers and sculptors. Also often used to press veneers on to acting as a stable core.

Origin Malaysia Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from Sel. & better Colour Pale yellow Usage Patternmaking · Carving Durability Non-durable Density 460 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.5", 2", 3" & 4" Specification 6" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Medium Summary Excellent stable timber. Boards can contain Latex

tracts which are graded as no defect KOTO - Pterygota macrocarpa Koto is an excellent choice for moulding. A clear white timber that takes stain well.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Creamy white Usage General mouldings · Internal doors Durability Non-Durable Density 630 - 670 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 26mm, 38mm & 52mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary Excellent clean moulding timber, good Ramin substitute

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LIME - Tilia vulgaris Lime is the choice of carvers as it is clean, stable and produces a crisp finish.

Origin Europe Availability Waney edged kiln & air dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Creamy Yellow / Brown Usage Carving · Pattern making Durability Non-Durable Density 540 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 40mm, 50mm, 80mm, 100mm & 120mm Specification 150mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Used for high class carving and model making due to its stability

MAPLE - Acer saccharum Maple is very popular with joiners and boat builders for interior fit out work. A beautiful finish is produced when machined.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' available from Selects and Better.

‘Colour No Defect’ stock also available. Colour Cream to light brown Usage Shopfitting · Flooring · Furniture · Kitchens Durability Non-durable Density 630 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 4" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Strong timber, resistant to wear

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AFRICAN MAHOGANY - Khaya ivorensis African Mahogany is available in excellent specifications and used predominantly in high class furniture and boat building. A great genuine mahogany alternative to Brazilian Mahogany.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards & waney edged log

boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Pink/Reddish brown Usage Boatbuilding · General joinery Durability Moderately durable Density 530 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 32mm, 38mm, 52mm, 63mm 76mm &

100mm Specification 150mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary Long lengths and wide widths available BRAZILIAN MAHOGANY - Swietenia macrophylla Brazilian Mahogany is a limited residual stock and no longer imported. Used predominantly in antique and yacht restoration where the timber has to be matched.

Origin Brazil Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade Joinery · Pattern · Aero Colour Reddish brown Usage Internal & external joinery · Patternmaking ·

Furniture Durability Durable Density 560 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1.5", 2", 2.5" & 3” Specification 6" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary High class stock, mainly long and wide boards

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DARK RED MERANTI - Shorea spp. Dark Red Meranti is an established general joinery timber. Our Majau Meranti is firm, consistent and stable in service.

Origin Malaysia Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from 'Selects and Better' Colour Pink/Red Usage General joinery Durability Moderately durable Density 630 - 670 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3" & 4" Specification 6" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low Summary Good, all round timber, particularly so in framing

sizes AMERICAN RED OAK - Quercus rubra American Red Oak is underutilised. It is a beautiful timber which is clearer and easier to machine than American White Oak.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Pale brown with a pinkish tinge Usage Internal joinery · Coffin manufacture Durability Moderately durable Density 690 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5" & 2" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Excellent internal joinery, a kinder wood to work than White Oak

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AMERICAN WHITE OAK - Quercus alba American White Oak is used abundantly in shopfitting and general joinery.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Pale brown Usage General joinery · Furniture Durability Moderately durable Density 670kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5" & 3" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Good all-purpose joinery timber. Thick boards need care, we would recommend lamination if using 2.5" & wider

ENGLISH and EUROPEAN OAK - Quercus spp. English and European Oak are in our opinion the best commonly available Oak. Available in all grades from Rustic to Super Prime.

Origin Europe Availability Square edged kiln & air dried boards Grade Prime · First · Country Colour Light Brown Usage General joinery · Flooring · Cladding ·

Cabinet making Durability Durable Density 695 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 27mm, 33mm, 40mm, 52mm, 65mm,

80mm, 102mm and 120mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium Summary Very popular for flooring and cladding

Quarter Sawn

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JAPANESE OAK - Quercus spp. Japanese Oak is used when only the very best Oak is required. Ideal for Oak carvings.

Origin Japan Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Light brown Usage High class cabinet making Durability Durable Density 670 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 0.75", 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 4" Specification 6" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary A top class timber, quarter sawn boards available

OBECHE (AYOUS) - Triplochiton scleroxylon Obeche (Ayous) is economical, stable and versatile. Our waxy Ayous from Cameroon gives clean wood and an excellent planed finish.

Origin Cameroon Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from 'Selects and Better' Colour Yellow/White Usage Boatbuilding · Mouldings · Woodwork Durability Non-durable Density 390 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 38mm, 52mm, 76mm & 100mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary Cost effective, light weight timber

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PADAUK - Pterocarpus soyauxii Padauk is an extraordinary timber. Bright orange when sawn, it mellows down to give an attractive exotic appearance.

Origin Central and West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade FAS Colour Vivid red toning to dark purple-brown with red

streaks Usage High class joinery · Furniture · Cabinet making ·

Flooring Durability Very durable Density 640 - 800 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 27mm & 52mm Specification 100mm & wider, 2.1m & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary A high class distinctive cabinet/flooring timber

STEAMED SWISS PEAR - Pyrus communis Steamed Swiss Pear is the timber that one can achieve the very best finish and therefore polishes to a stunning appearance.

Origin Europe Availability Waney edged kiln dried boards Grade Prime Colour Pinkish brown Usage Carving · Furniture · Turning Durability Non-durable Density 700 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 52mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level High Summary Excellent results for staining and polishing

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YELLOW POPLAR - Liriodendron tulipfera Yellow Poplar is ideal for mouldings or when timber is being painted or dark stained.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Yellow brown, can include green / purple streaks Usage Moulding · Furniture · Kitchens Durability Non-Durable Density 450 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 4" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary Cost effective, good all round timber, takes paint and stain well

RUBBERWOOD - Hevea brasiliensis Rubberwood is ready to use as we hold this in stock in jointed panels. This clear 2 face grade can be easily stained to any colour and is an extremely economical way to produce quality hardwood worktops, shelving, table tops, and stair strings etc.

Origin Far East Availability Laminated panels Grade Super Grade Colour White/Yellow Usage Interior joinery and shopfitting Durability Non-durable Density 690 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 40mm (Other thicknesses on request) Specification 610mm & wider, 4500mm Basic Price Level Low Summary Versatile and cost efficient timber

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SAPELE - Entandrophragma cylindricum Sapele is the established external joinery timber. Plentiful in supply, reasonably priced and of good density.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade ' Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Reddish brown Usage General joinery Durability Durable Density 640 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 32mm, 38mm, 52mm, 63mm, 76mm,

100mm & 150mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary Good all-purpose red hardwood

SYCAMORE - Acer pseudoplatanus Sycamore is an attractive light coloured timber used in furniture and musical instruments.

Origin Europe Availability Waney edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Creamy white Usage Cabinet making · Woodware Durability Non-durable Density 630 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 27mm, 41mm, 54mm, 76mm & 102mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Good quality for woodware, especially kitchen items

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TEAK - Tectona grandis Teak is the timber for boat building. Stable, beautiful and naturally durable.

Origin Far East Availability Square edged boards Grade FEQ Colour Golden brown Usage Boatbuilding · Exterior joinery Durability Durable Density 660 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 40mm, 52mm, 65mm, 76mm & 130mm Specification 105mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level High Summary Natural oils make it the choice for quality exterior

joinery and furniture

UTILE - Entandrophragma utile Utile is a high class red hardwood, better than Sapele in terms of stability and appearance at little extra cost.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Reddish brown Usage High class general joinery Durability Durable Density 660 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 26mm, 32mm, 38mm, 52mm, 76mm & 100mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Quality joinery timber

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AFRICAN WALNUT - Lovoa trichilioides African Walnut is versatile, beautiful and underused. A great general joinery timber for both external and internal applications.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Golden brown Usage General exterior/interior joinery and cabinetmaking Durability Moderately durable Density 550 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 26mm, 38mm, 52mm, 63mm & 76mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary Flexible and consistent timber

AMERICAN BLACK WALNUT - Juglans nigra American Black Walnut is used in very high end joinery and furniture. We specialise in the very best grades.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Purplish brown Usage Cabinet making Durability Moderately durable Density 660 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25”, 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3" & 4” Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary An attractive but difficult timber to achieve joinery sizes. Sap and knot should be accepted as part of the character of the wood

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EUROPEAN WALNUT - Juglans regia European Walnut is readily available from Sykes Timber in veneer grade boules and we regularly supply this timber to exclusive projects all over the U.K.

Origin Europe Availability Waney edged kiln or air dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' from veneer logs Colour Brown/Yellow

Usage Cabinet and joinery work Durability Moderately durable Density 670 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 27mm, 40mm, 50mm, 80mm & 100mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level High Summary High quality cabinet timber

WENGE - Millettia laurentii Wenge is striking in appearance and suitable for worktops, flooring and inlay details.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade FAS Colour Dark brown with bands of lighter colour Usage Cabinet making · Flooring Durability Durable Density 880 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 27mm 40mm, 52mm & 80mm Specification 100mm & wider, 2.1m & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary A fascinating unique looking timber

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ZEBRANO - Microberlinia brazzavillensis Zebrano is used in furniture and has a unique appearance. It is sometimes difficult to believe that this is a natural product.

Origin West Africa Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade FAS Colour Light golden-yellow with narrow streaks of dark

brown to black Usage Small decorative work · Furniture Durability Non-durable Density 740 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 27mm & 52mm Specification 100mm & wider, 2.1m & longer Basic Price Level High

Summary Highly decorative cabinet timber

Specifications of Main Softwood Stock


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CEDAR OF LEBANON – Cedrus libani The pungent odour of Cedar of Lebanon means it is used for lining wardrobes and for moth balls.

Origin Europe/Middle East Availability Sawn waney edged kiln dried boards Grade Prime Colour Light brown to yellow Usage Cabinet work Durability Durable Density 580 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 27mm, 41mm & 54mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Medium/High

Summary This species does contain knots and should generally be utilised in small sizes.

WESTERN RED CEDAR - Thuja plicata Western Red Cedar is the finest naturally durable softwood. Its light weight makes it ideal for cladding. Make sure you specify 100% No. 2 Clear for the best product.

Origin Canada Availability Sawn square edged air dried boards Grade No.2 Clears Colour Pale to dark brown Usage Cladding · Conservatives · Windows Durability Durable Density 390 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 2", 3", 4" & 6" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary The finest naturally durable softwood, its light weight makes it ideal for cladding



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DOUGLAS FIR - Pseudotsuga menziesii Douglas Fir is versatile in that it can be used externally or internally and offers good stability in service. Specify old growth material for the best results.

Origin Canada Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade No.2 Clears Colour Reddish brown Usage Doors · Windows · Boatbuilding Durability Moderately durable Density 530 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.5", 2", 2.5", 3", 4" & 6" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low Summary Used mainly in vertical grain door stock

HEMLOCK - Tsuga heteruphylla Hemlock is underrated as a timber. A fantastic option for internal joinery.

Origin Western USA and Canada Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade 'Sykes Grade' selected from No.2 Clear Colour White to yellow brown Usage General joinery Durability Non-durable Density 500 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 2", 2.5", 3" + 4" Specification 4" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low Summary Excellent stable low priced timber for general joinery



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SIBERIAN LARCH - Larix sibirica Siberian Larch is naturally durable and used for cladding as well as boat work. Our waney edged stock is of exceptional quality.

Origin Russia Availability Square edged and waney edged kiln dried boards Grade Unsorted and better Colour Pale yellow - Orange/Brown Usage Cladding · Joinery Durability Durable Density 550 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 25mm, 38mm & 50mm Specification 150mm & wider, 1.8m & Longer Basic Price Level Low Summary A reasonably priced durable cladding and exterior

joinery timber

CANADIAN YELLOW PINE - Pinus strobus Canadian Yellow Pine is the choice timber for patternmaking offering great stability. We also supply many furniture manufacturers.

Origin Canada Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade C + D Selects No.'s 1 - 3 Common Colour Light yellow to pale pink Usage Patternmaking · Interior joinery · Furniture Durability Non-durable Density 420 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2" & 3" Specification 6" & wider, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary Highly stable, even textured softwood



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SOUTHERN YELLOW PINE - Pinus palustris Southern Yellow Pine is ideal for stair work when wider and longer boards for strings are required. Excellent value for money.

Origin North America Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade Saps - 1", 1.25", 1.5" Prime - 2" & 3” Colour Orange/Yellow Usage General joinery · especially staircase work Durability Moderately durable Density 660 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 1", 1.25", 1.5", 2" & 3” Specification 10" + 12" only, 6' & longer Basic Price Level Low Summary Valued for its strength, a good specification

meaning it is suitable for construction and staircase manufacture

EUROPEAN REDWOOD - Pinus sylvestris European Redwood (Red Deal) is used for general joinery and our Sykes Grade 1 is highly sought after for quality softwood work.

Origin Scandinavia / Russia Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade Sykes Grade 1 and Sykes Grade 2 Colour Pale yellow to light brown Usage Joinery · Furniture Durability Non-durable Density 510 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 19mm, 25mm, 32mm, 38mm, 50mm, 63mm,

75mm & 100mm Specification 100mm & wider, 1.8m & longer Basic Price Level Low

Summary General purpose softwood. Sykes Grade is specially produced for us, each board bearing our name.



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SITKA SPRUCE - Picea sitchensis Sitka Spruce is available in long lengths up to 27' and is used for boat masts and other uses when strength to weight ratio is important.

Origin Queen Charlotte Islands Availability Square edged kiln dried boards Grade Mast & Spar Colour Cream Usage Masts · Planking · Musical instruments Durability Non-durable Density 450 kg/m3 Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 3" & 4" Specification 3" & wider Basic Price Level High

Summary Excellent quality dry material


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Air Dried Oak Beams Specifications

Air dried oak beams are the perfect answer to end uses where a better quality and condition than fresh sawn is required.

Origin Europe Availability Sawn sections, partially air dried Grade Beam Colour Yellow/Brown Usage Restoration and new build Durability Durable Density 800 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 100mm x 100mm up to 300mm x 300mm Specification 3.0m to 6.0m lengths Basic Price Level Medium

Summary Good value for quality construction


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Plywood Specifications

BIRCH PLYWOOD Origin Russia Type Birch throughout Glue WBP Thicknesses Available In 1525 x 1525mm: 0.8mm, 1.5mm & 3mm Thicknesses Available In 1220 x 2440mm: 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm 18mm & 24mm

MARINE PLYWOOD Origin France Type Okoume T/O BS1088 Glue WBP Thicknesses Available 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm & 18mm


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Hardwood Decking Specifications BANGKIRAI HARDWOOD DECKING - Shorea laeviflora

Origin Indonesia Availability Planed smooth with rounded edges Grade 'Sykes Grade' Colour Golden brown Usage Decking · Marine construction · Heavy-duty flooring · Trailer beds Durability Very durable Density 900 - 1000 kg/m3 Movement in Service Medium Thicknesses Available 21mm Specification 145mm wide, 2.0m and longer, smooth one face, grooved the other Basic Price Level Low

Summary Excellent for decking; a superior alternative to treated softwood

IPE HARDWOOD DECKING - Tabebuia serratifolia

Origin South America Availability Planed smooth with rounded edges Grade 'Sykes Grade' from FAS Colour Light to dark brown Usage Decking · Marine construction Durability Very Durable Density 1200 kg/m³ Movement in Service Low Thicknesses Available 21mm planed smooth Specification 145mm wide, 2.0m + longer Basic Price Level Medium

Summary A superior hardwood decking product

CHESTNUT HARDWOOD DECKING - Castanea sativa

Origin Europe Availability Planed smooth face rounded edges Grade Clear Colour Light brown Usage Decking Durability Durable Density 550-600 kg/m³ Movement in Service Small Thicknesses Available 21mm planed clip system (hidden fixings) Specification 145mm wide, 6.0m lengths (finger jointed) Basic Price Level Low

Summary Perfect choice for decking, light in colour, can be stained darker or left to weather grey.

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