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.

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 when compared and contrasted with other species.

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.

Olive wood is a stunning material for many applications. Explore exactly where it derives from, it's properties and it's uses.

Thermo-treated wood vs. tanalised timber, what's better and what are their benefits? Take a read to find out.

Spalted wood is a striking material to use for many wood working projects, but which projects is it most suitable for? Take a read.

Wenge wood has sometimes had a bad name for sustainability, unrightfully so. Take a read to see how wenge wood can be a sustainable choice.

Wondering which type of material is most appropriate for an upcoming external timber cladding project? Wonder no more.

Considering a British hardwood that fits the sustainable bill? You’re in the right place. Explore why thermo-timber is the future of British hardwoods.

Considering an outdoor project soon, or need to explore the differences between Swamp Cypress vs Western Red Cedar? Take a read now.

Climate change is in need of support across the globe, but how can investing in sustainable timber help? Take a read now.

We're excited for our new piece of kit here at W.L. West & Sons, here we discuss our top 3 features of the Stromab TR 500 Matrix.

Each year we see different trends cropping up in the timber industry. In this blog we delve into what we believe these will be.

In 2023 we are going to start production of extra long and wide flooring using grown-in-Britain [GIB] douglas fir! In this blog we will take a look at the 5 benefits of using douglas fir for flooring.

What is meranti timber and why do we think it is best thermo-treated? Discover the thermo-treating process for timber. Learn more.

Ash (Fraxinus Excelsior), also known as European Ash or Common Ash, is a timber that has been used in the United Kingdom for centuries. This hardwood is experiencing bad press due to Ash Dieback Disease, here are 7 things you need to know about this underrated timber.

We are committed to helping sustainability initiatives wherever possible. However, there are some timbers which outperform others when it comes to sustainability, so we've rounded up the 5 best timbers for sustainability and environment.

Find out why WL West & Sons invested in the new FlexiRip Saw by Weinig, and how it will benefit business.

Iroko is a durable hardwood from the tropical west coast of Africa - also known as 'African Teak'. But what is iroko? Find out.

At WL West & Sons we often supply timber for extensive restoration works. Find out which timber restoration projects we loved. Read now.