Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Timber Merchant in Taunton
Taunton Timber is a family-run timber merchant established in 2004, serving both DIY enthusiasts and trade professionals in Taunton and surrounding areas. Our commitment to quality products and knowledgeable advice is rooted in traditional customer service values, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for their projects. We specialise in a comprehensive range of timber products, including decking, fencing, treated softwood, hardwoods, and sheet materials, with expert guidance on sizing and applications. Our reputation for supplying precise quantities, rather than requiring full-length purchases, reflects our dedication to customer satisfaction. With extensive experience in the timber industry, we combine technical expertise with practical support to meet diverse construction and renovation needs.Our team prioritises transparency, offering clear recommendations to help customers make informed decisions. As a locally trusted business, we maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent product availability and competitive pricing. Our services extend to off-site cutting for sheet materials, catering to projects requiring precision and efficiency. We operate from a central Taunton location, providing accessible trade counter support and fostering community connections through reliable service. Over two decades, we have built a legacy of trust, combining industry knowledge with a personalised approach to serve both residential and commercial clients.
Services
Decking
Fencing
Treated Timber
Sheet Materials
Hardwoods
Sleepers
Planed Timber
Skirtings
Marine Ply
Composite Decking
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 20 years of local expertise.
- We provide tailored timber solutions to match exact project requirements.
- Our team offers in-depth product knowledge and technical guidance.
- We supply precise quantities to avoid unnecessary purchases.
- We offer off-site cutting services for sheet materials.
Services
Decking
We supply treated softwood, composite, and hardwood decking in various lengths, designed to withstand UK weather conditions. Our range includes anti-slip options for safety and contemporary profiles for aesthetic appeal. Expert advice is available to help customers select the right materials for durability and design.
Fencing
Our fencing materials include featheredge boards, posts, gravel boards, and postcrete for durable garden enclosures. We assist with calculating quantities and offer guidance on installation techniques to ensure long-lasting results. Products are available in treated softwood for enhanced weather resistance.
Treated Timber
We stock pressure-treated softwood in C16 and C24 strength classes, kiln-dried for structural integrity. Ideal for internal and external construction projects, our timber meets industry standards for load-bearing applications. Available in custom lengths to suit specific project needs.
Sheet Materials
Our sheet materials include hardwood ply, marine ply, OSB, and MDF, suitable for construction and DIY projects. We offer an off-site cutting service to precise dimensions, ensuring efficiency for trade customers. Specialist options like veneered and phenolic ply are also available.
Hardwoods
We provide high-density hardwoods such as oak, iroko, and sapele for applications requiring strength and longevity. Stock includes cladding, decking, and off-cuts for craft projects. Our hardwoods are sourced to meet both traditional and modern construction demands.
Questions
What timber products does Taunton Timber offer?
We stock decking, fencing, treated softwood, hardwoods, sheet materials, sleepers, and planed timber for DIY and trade use.
Can I purchase custom-length timber?
Yes, we cut timber to your required length, excluding some products that require full-length purchases.
Do you provide cutting services for sheet materials?
Yes, we offer off-site cutting to size with a 5-7 working day lead time (additional charges apply).
What are your opening hours?
We are open Monday-Friday 7:30 am–5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am–12:30 pm, and closed on Sundays and bank holidays.
Are you a family-run business?
Yes, we are a family-owned timber merchant established in 2004, serving Taunton and surrounding areas.
Reviews (6)
Barry Small
Oct 25, 2021
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Liz and Steve in my opinion are the best people I've ever known in a long time, great customer service at Taunton Timber helped me do my mum's project at her pet shop in the above flat very long time ago go, we'll be seeing them ever so soon to do my next project in the garden on my new property will be ringing him next week for some quotes on fencing and their timber decking speak to you soon Barry.
Kevin Neal
Sep 27, 2021
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Fantastic old fashioned timber yard with helpful staff & a wide range of timbers including planed hardwoods such as American white oak
Eternal Beauty
Jan 25, 2021
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Couldn't be happier. wanted to build a fence with a slight difference. Liz couldn't have been any more helpful. prices are reasonable and delivery was quick.. will definitely go back for any future timber needs
Sarah Richards
Jul 25, 2020
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The timber is fairly priced, I've been several times and have always been able to get what I needed. Great staff - friendly and helpful.
Simon James Clarke
Jun 26, 2020
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Fantastic service, very helpful and great selection of hardwood. As a complete beginner they took the time to help me even on lower value purchases - really can't fault them.
Shaun Merrell
May 01, 2020
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Amazing service, Great Staff & very good products would definitely recommend Taunton Timber. #supportlocal
