TDUK Guide

Timber Development UK has launched The Merchant Guide to Selling Timber, billed as a comprehensive new resource to help merchants make the most of their sales of timber and timber products Written specifically for timber and builders’ merchants, the Guide offers an introduction to timber and timber products which staff can use to learn more and answer any questions from their customers

Within each section, merchants will find an outline of timber’s main product types and uses, as well as details of the common timber species used for different applications Key facts around sustainability, safety and quality are included for each product type, along with details of the relevant certifications and British and European standards that apply to each.

Information is included on any timber treatments that may be required, and the due diligence you should carry out on any timber with 13,261 registrations in Q2 2023, down -14% on Q2 2022

It was a mixed picture for registrations across the UK. London and Wales saw increases in Q2 of 9% and 1% respectively compared to the same period last year, while the North West (-67%), North East (-60%) and Eastern (-56%) regions saw the largest falls in registrations.

New home completions saw a lesser decline overall, down 11% on Q2 2022 to 35,936 in Q2 2023 New home completions in the private sector were down -18% in Q2 2023 to 24,746 whilst completions in the rental sector were up 8% compared to Q2 2022

Steve added: “While new home registrations are down in Q2 2023, activity on site continues at a steady pace with builders focused on completing homes already in the pipeline The increase in completions in the rental sector may signal a renewed focus on affordable housing, helping to address some of the underlying demand for new homes among those impacted by higher mortgage rates.” stocks you order. Tips around availability and lead times are presented, and the Guide also includes key information that merchants should always ask their timber suppliers to make sure that they are receiving the highest-possible quality product to sell on to their customers

Each section also includes suggestions on how to upsell different timber products, as well as the complementary products merchants may wish to consider stocking, such as the fixings, adhesives, paints and PPE that could add significant value to any timber sale.

To download The Merchant Guide to Selling Timber from TDUK’s website, enter the shortcode www rdr link/mav001