Visual Strength Grading

Whitmore's Timber Co Ltd Shop is your premier destination for high-quality timber and woodworking supplies. Offering a wide selection of premium timber products, including hardwoods, softwoods, and specialty woods, we cater to both DIY enthusiasts and professional craftsmen. Our knowledgeable staff provides expert advice to help you select the right materials for your projects, from construction to fine woodworking. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Whitmore's Timber Co Ltd Shop ensures that every piece of timber meets our rigorous standards. Whether you're starting a new project or seeking specific wood types, our shop is equipped to meet all your timber needs.

European Oak Beams
We keep extensive stocks of QPA grade European oak beams in thicknesses from 26mm to 400mm.

Should you require it, our graders are full trained to visually grade both temperate and tropical hardwood timber to meet the requirements of BS:5756(2007).

Home grown timber, was supplied by us for the magnificent restoration of Abbey Barn in Glastonbury. Take a look at Inn The Park, St James’ Park in London which was completed with Whitmore’s supplied oak beams.

Our constructional timber is used in building restoration, new construction projects, flooring, sea defences, rivers, canals, as well as boatbuilding, fencing and gates. We stock an extensive range of construction sizes, in lengths up to 50 ft suitable for Churches, Inns, and country houses.

Whether it’s a traditional look you’re seeking − or a more contemporary style − oak framed buildings enhance any property and add value to your home. From traditional cart lodge style garages to garden offices and porches, we have a range of self-assembly structures available for you to personalise to your own requirements.

Using a centuries old design, the structure is supplied ready for construction using the traditional method of draw pegged mortise and tenon joints with curved knee braces and a variety of vaulted roof structures. All timber framed buildings are individually CAD designed for a perfect fit.

We have a range of roof shingles, decking, cladding and flooring to help you finish your project.

Oak frames are natural materials and as such, may display certain characteristics which are normal and expected. Due to the nature of oak, shrinking and cracking are all part of its character.

Oak will weather to a beautiful silvery grey colour over time and any joinery, hinges or weatherboard may require ongoing maintenance and decoration for optimum performance.