Softwood

Softwood imports remain resilient despite mixed Q1 market performance

by Jennie Ward|08 June 2608 June 26|Build, Statistics, Supply

Softwood import volumes remained marginally ahead of the same period last year during the first quarter of 2026, despite continued pressure across parts of the UK timber and panel products market, according to the latest Timber Development UK market statistics. The combined import volumes of the main timber and panel...

UK timber imports fall 2.2% in 2025 despite some growth areas

by Jennie Ward|06 March 2609 March 26|Supply

Total UK timber and panel product imports reached 9.1 million m³ in 2025, representing a 2.2% decline compared with 2024, according to the latest Timber Development UK (TDUK) figures. While the overall figure indicates an overall reduction in volumes, the data also highlights a number of areas where imports grew during the...

Forestry and wood preservation industry backs UK softwood durability field trial

by Jennie Ward|01 December 2501 December 25|Supply

Major forestry and wood preservation organisations are backing the UK’s biggest ever field trial of softwood fence posts, managed by the Building Research Establishment (BRE). Established in 2015 to evaluate the durability (decay resistance) of fence posts made from British grown Pine, Spruce, Larch, and Douglas Fir, this field trial...

The outlook for global sawmilling – balancing supply and demand

by Jennie Ward|13 November 2513 November 25|Build, Supply

At the Timber Development UK Global Market Conference, Markus Henningsson of SCA delivered a detailed picture of global sawmilling trends and what they could mean for the timber sector in 2026. His presentation, Can the UK Meet Demand?, explored the supply and demand balance across key regions, from North America to...

Timber Topics August 2025 | Timber Use Classes

by Jennie Ward|29 July 2524 September 25|Build, Supply

Do you know your Use Classes? The way treated timber must be described in merchants and on site has changed. It’s up to you to understand what Use Class the treated timber products you stock have been treated to, and where it is safe for them to be used. TDUK...

Timber Topics July 2025 | Understanding external timber cladding

by Jennie Ward|27 June 2524 September 25|Build, Supply

To support best practice across the industry, TDUK – working in collaboration with the Timber Decking & Cladding Association (TDCA) – has created the Timber Cladding Handbook, a valuable resource available at www.timberdevelopment.uk.

Timber Topics June 2025 | Why timber supplies are changing

by Jennie Ward|30 May 2524 September 25|Build, Supply

A shift is underway that’s seeing Pine (European Redwood) move to take a larger section of the construction timber market due to environmental challenges and market pressures.

Timber Topics May 2025 | Give flooring sales a good foundation

by Jennie Ward|01 May 2524 September 25|Build, Supply

Hardwood flooring is a popular upgrade among homeowners looking to enhance both the look and value of their property.

Eva Timber: The flexible future of timber supply

by Jennie Ward|18 April 2505 August 25|Supply

Supplying Timber met with TDUK member Eva Timber to find out more about its new Eva Direct offer of premium fencing, landscaping and softwood timber products. In the ever-evolving world of timber supply, Eva Timber is quickly establishing itself as a trusted importer of premium timber, bringing products to the...