Business Details
Timber & Building Materials Suppliers in Lowestoft
Established as one of Suffolk's leading suppliers, we specialise in timber, plywood, MDF, fencing, and decking materials. Our extensive 100,000 sq ft site houses over 5,000 cubic metres of stock, serving both trade and retail customers across Norfolk and Suffolk. With two strategically located branches in Lowestoft, we combine large-scale operations with personalised service through our knowledgeable staff. The Oulton Broad branch offers seven-day accessibility alongside specialist tools and equipment for decorators and DIY enthusiasts. Our growth from a local hardware store to a regional industry leader demonstrates our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.We maintain daily delivery schedules to key areas including Lowestoft, Great Yarmouth, Norwich, and Beccles. On-site cutting services ensure tailored solutions for timber and sheet materials. Our strategic A12 location enables efficient nationwide timber sourcing while maintaining competitive pricing. Trade professionals and private customers benefit from our comprehensive product range and operational expertise. As a family-run business, we prioritise customer relationships alongside maintaining rigorous quality standards.
Services
Timber Supply
Fencing Materials
Decking Solutions
Sheet Materials
Plywood Stock
MDF Supply
Roofing Battens
Hardwood Selection
Tanalised Timber
Custom Cutting
Highlights and features
- Established regional supply network covering Norfolk and Suffolk
- Extensive 100,000 sq ft storage facility with 5,000 cubic metres stock
- Knowledgeable staff with specialist product expertise
- On-site timber cutting and sheet material processing
- Seven-day trading at Oulton Broad branch location
Services
Timber Supply
We maintain extensive timber stocks sourced from UK and international suppliers. Our 100,000 sq ft facility stores over 5,000 cubic metres of graded and treated timber. Trade and retail customers access competitive pricing on construction-grade and specialist wood products.
Fencing Materials
Comprehensive fencing solutions including panels, posts, and concrete components. Daily deliveries cover East Norfolk and Suffolk regions. Stock includes pressure-treated options for enhanced durability in external applications.
Decking Solutions
Swedish redwood decking and tanalised timber available for residential and commercial projects. Stock maintained for immediate collection or scheduled delivery. Specialist advice available from our experienced team.
Sheet Materials
Plywood, MDF, plasterboard, and hardboard available in standard and custom sizes. On-site cutting service ensures precise material preparation. Suitable for construction, renovation, and DIY applications across East Anglia.
Custom Cutting
Precision cutting of timber and sheet materials to customer specifications. Available at both Cooke Road and Victoria Road branches. Enhances project efficiency by reducing onsite preparation requirements.
Questions
What areas do you deliver to?
We deliver timber and building materials across Norfolk and Suffolk, with daily services to Lowestoft, Great Yarmouth, Norwich, and Beccles.
Are your branches open on weekends?
Our Oulton Broad branch is open seven days a week, while Cooke Road operates Monday to Saturday with reduced Saturday hours.
Can you cut materials to size?
Yes, we offer on-site cutting services for timber and sheet materials at both branch locations to meet specific project requirements.
What timber types are available?
We stock graded timber, tanalised options, hardwoods, and Swedish redwood decking with both UK-sourced and imported materials available.
Do you serve trade customers?
Yes, we supply construction companies, contractors, and trade professionals alongside private customers with trade account options available.
How large is your stock capacity?
Our 100,000 sq ft site holds over 5,000 cubic metres of timber and building materials ensuring consistent product availability.
Reviews (7)
Gary Hutson
Jul 21, 2021
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I would recommend the Olton broad yard how ever would avoid this one the older man was very helpfull however the bold fella behind the counter obviously has no people Skills and likes to mumble under his breath and insult people not to mention still behave like a young child and storms around slamming doors very un professional in my view such a shame that a top company has people like this working for them
Roger Geary
Jul 09, 2021
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I BOUGHT DECKINGFOR A PROJECT AND ONLY LAID FOR 6 MONTHS STARTING TO SPLIT AND CRACK COMPLAINED AND EVIDENTILY ITS MY FAULT SURELY IT SHOULD LAST A YEAR NEVER AGAIN VERY UNHELPFULL
Richard Evans
Apr 17, 2021
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First visit today as recently moved to the area as a carpenter joiner thought it would be worth checking out, My wife has a proper medical exception to her illness from the NHS for not wearing a mask due to her illness, she has had both her Covid jabs, however she was refused entry by a very rude shop assistant who would not even let her get her certificate out, in the past 12 months of the pandemic, she has not been refused entry nor ben spoken down to by some cocky assistant who told her she would be at risk entering the shop. Needless to say our carpentry business will be taking our orders else
Su Bussey
Apr 08, 2021
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I spoke to a very helpful gentleman first thing this morning to price and order some wood, I then popped to Smith's in oulton broad to be greeted by a young assistant, I explained I had called but he said "not here you didn't " ok I called the other branch, but could I have the wood on my list please, only to be met with utter contempt, being told dont have any of that or that, cant get any today...ok I am not in a rush it's fine and again as if I was a complete pain was informed that he didn't even know when his deliveries would arrive and I should go to the other branch as his racks were all
Alan Craw
Dec 26, 2020
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Ordered decking got promised would be delivered before the end of the Month booked holiday for fitting, I rang the week before my holiday and got told the have no idea when of if anymore is getting delivered Tim Delivery Director? is this a serious title rang to day and he is making deliveries?. No organisation terrible service never again
Karen Knights
Aug 24, 2020
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When my first delivery was due to arrive the delivery man got lost. He was very rude and arrogant and seemed to imply that it was my fault he was lost. I made a complaint but received no response. When the second half of my order was delivered it was incorrect. Won't be using Smiths again.
Oliver Chapman
Aug 22, 2020
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Ive ordered many times from smiths and the usual delivery driver (older gentleman) is very pleasant and helpful. On this occasion we had a very un helpful and arrogant chap who only wanted to throw my wood of the lorry and leave. He had already unloaded half my load before we even noticed he'd arrived, no knock to ask where we wanted the product putting. The actual product was of a good standard, just the service that was poor.