DIY and improvement
DIY and improvement timber is used across a wide range of domestic and small-scale construction projects, including shelving, simple furniture making, repairs, garden structures, interior upgrades and general-purpose joinery. It is also commonly used in home workshops and renovation work where versatility and ease of use are important, allowing both professionals and DIY users to cut, shape and assemble timber for practical and decorative applications.
This application benefits from timber that is easy to machine, readily available, cost-effective and stable enough for everyday use. Species such as European Redwood Pine and Radiata Pine are widely used due to their light weight, good workability and suitability for cutting, fixing and finishing in general construction tasks. Spruce (European Whitewood) offers a similar balance of strength and lightness, making it ideal for framing and internal DIY projects, while Poplar provides a smooth, consistent surface that is easy to paint and work, particularly for interior improvements. Oak is also commonly chosen for higher-quality DIY projects where greater durability, strength and a more premium finish are required.
Ash - American
Beech
Douglas Fir – European
Douglas Fir – Oregon Pine
Idigbo
Iroko
Larch – European
Lauan – Red
Oak – American – White
Oak – English
Oak – English – Restoration Grade
Oak – European
Parana Pine
Pine – European Redwood
Pine – Radiata
Poplar – American
Poplar – European Black
Ramin
Sapele
Sequoia
Spruce – European Whitewood
Sycamore
Walnut – Black
Walnut – English
