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Wooden toy design ideas for the summer holidays The summer holidays are looming large. Apart from enduring six weeks of “Mum/Dad, I am bored”, the cost of keeping children amused can be expensive. If you’re a dab hand with the tool set (or have a teenage child with an interest in woodworking), our selection of…
Laminate Woods for the Terrified
The uses of laminate wood and its types Laminate flooring is a popular use for laminate wood. Image by Patryk Kosmider (via Shutterstock). Laminate wood is a most popular kind of timber product. It is used on floors and furniture, including table tops. There are various styles, including wood grains and foil colours. We at…
Glasgow’s Clydeside Timber Tower
How a seven storey timber tower with views of the River Clyde will be Scotland’s tallest timber structure Views of Glasgow’s iconic River Clyde will be available to those living in CCG’s timber tower in Yoker. Image by Skully (via Shutterstock). CCG Construction are in the midst of building Scotland’s tallest timber tower block. The…
Why Slotwall is a Good Call
A look at the benefits of Slotwall Think of a shop, any shop from the smallest key cutting kiosk to the mightiest department stores and hypermarkets. In most shops, shelving systems change according to seasonal demand or the retailer’s business plans. This is where a Slotwall system allows for fluidity and flexibility. (more…)
The Wow of a Laminated Worktop
Why a laminated worktop works wonders in your kitchen If there’s one thing that makes a statement about your home, it is that of a well designed fitted kitchen. Everything in one place; a coherent workstation; a niche for your nouveau cuisine; a crash pad for your kettle. Key to this is your worktop and…
Railway Sleepers Explained
A look at railway sleepers and their uses in the home Railway sleepers: we at Theo’s Timber are surrounded by the things. They form part of the Metrolink trams which pass our yard (a Very Belated Happy 25th Birthday by the way). The main line into Manchester Victoria station is close by too, as we…
Timber Imports Highest for Nine Years
But timber imports are still lower than 2007 figures From the Timber Trade Federation’s figures, there has been a boost to the UK’s timber imports. So far, provisional totals for 2016 are 5% higher than 2015. In 2016, UK timber imports have amassed a volume of 9.8 million cubic metres. 2016 figures in the fourth…
The Correct Use of Particle Board
Some suggestions on how to use particle board Whether for flooring or furniture, particle board – or chipboard – is a versatile material. It is made from thousands of densely packed wood chippings and can be stronger than solid wood, especially when supplemented with foil or veneer. As well as being good for furniture, it…
Railway Sleepers for the Garden
How railway sleepers can transform the look of your garden Many of today’s trains use concrete and steel sleepers. Before Continuously Welded Rail (CWR) became the norm, wooden railway sleepers were added to rails over on shorter rail lengths. If you’re wondering how we come into the equation, Theo’s Timber is surrounded by viaducts and…
Which Timber is Best for Bookshelves?
A look at the timber varieties that are good for bookshelves Even with the rise of e-books and digital tablets, there is still a place for well made bookshelves. (more…)