C24 Timber 8″ x 2″ ( 47 x 200mm ) 5.4m

Our C24 Treated Timber 8″ x 2″ (47 x 200mm) 5.4m is a high-performance, strength-graded structural softwood, meticulously prepared for the most demanding construction projects. This premium timber is kiln-dried and pressure-treated, offering exceptional durability and stability for a wide range of load-bearing applications.

Sourced from responsibly managed forests, this C24 grade timber provides superior strength and reduced moisture content, ensuring minimal movement and a reliable foundation for your build. Its regularised finish and eased edges make it safer and easier to handle on-site, perfect for professional builders and DIY enthusiasts alike.

Key Features and Specifications

• Dimensions: Nominal 47mm x 200mm (8″ x 2″), typically finished at 45mm x 195mm for consistent sizing.
• Length: 5.4 metres, suitable for extensive spans and various structural requirements.
• Strength Grade: C24 certified, indicating superior bending strength (24 N/mm²) and higher density compared to C16 timber, ideal for heavy-duty structural work.
• Treatment: Pressure-treated with advanced preservatives (e.g., Tanalith ‘E’) to protect against rot, fungal decay, and insect infestation, making it suitable for Use Class 2 applications (above ground, covered, with occasional risk of wetting).
• Kiln-Dried: Processed to reduce moisture content below 20%, enhancing dimensional stability, straightness, and overall strength.
• Regularised & Eased Edges: Planed all round with rounded corners for uniform dimensions and safer, more comfortable handling.
• Material: High-quality coniferous softwood, typically spruce, pine, or fir, often Whitewood or Redwood.
• Certification: Sustainably sourced, often PEFC or FSC certified, supporting responsible forestry.
• Important Note: All cut ends must be re-treated with a suitable end-grain preservative to maintain the timber’s protective qualities.

Applications

This versatile C24 treated timber is an essential component for a multitude of construction and landscaping projects. Its robust strength and durability make it perfect for structural applications such as primary floor joists, roof rafters and purlins, and robust stud walls. It is also widely used for constructing sturdy decking subframes, pergolas, shed framing, and other general carcassing where reliable load-bearing performance is critical.

Delivery in and Around London

We offer reliable delivery of our C24 Treated Timber 8″ x 2″ (47 x 200mm) 5.4m across London and the surrounding home counties. Our delivery service covers all London boroughs, including Croydon, Lewisham, Southwark, Camden, and Hackney, as well as areas within Greater London such as Enfield, Bexley, Redbridge, and Barnet. We also extend our delivery to neighbouring counties including Kent, Essex, Surrey, and Hertfordshire. Trade quantities are always welcome, ensuring your project, big or small, receives the materials it needs, when it needs them.