Oak is a popular choice for various woodworking projects, primarily due to its durability, beauty and natural characteristics. However, when it comes to painting oak, there are some considerations to keep in mind. Today, we're delving into the reasons.

Olive wood is a stunning material for many applications. Explore exactly where it derives from, it's properties and it's uses.

Thermo-treated wood vs. tanalised timber, what's better and what are their benefits? Take a read to find out.

Spalted wood is a striking material to use for many wood working projects, but which projects is it most suitable for? Take a read.

Wenge wood has sometimes had a bad name for sustainability, unrightfully so. Take a read to see how wenge wood can be a sustainable choice.

Explore the differences between a tally man and a timber measurer, as well as their primary responsibilities.

Explore the uses, characteristics and origin of Douglas Fir.

Red oak was relatively new to British forestry once upon a time, learn how it came to light in Hampshire and it’s uses.

Discover how the Russia-Ukraine war has impacted the timber trade.

From the fruit it bears to its uses, explore everything that’s crucial to know about spanish chestnut.

Beech wood is rising in popularity across the UK. Discover four snapshot facts about beech wood, its properties & how it can be used today.

Ash wood is a hardwood that has been used across the UK for centuries. Discover the key qualities of this versatile wood and how it can be used today.

The ongoing challenge of log shortages from Europe is going to have an impact on prices and availability in 2022. Find out more.

The ongoing challenge of log shortages from Europe is going to have an impact on prices and availability in 2022. Find out more.

In today's environment, finding sustainable solutions is more important than ever before. At WL West & Sons, we're driving sustainability in everything we do.