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.

None of you can have avoided seeing the appalling events that are happening in the Ukraine. With thousands of Ukrainian people displaced, many made homeless, having to leave their homes with very few personal belongings. Explore how you can support the cause today.

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.

Listen to what our MD - Dave West has to say about our family values and how we approach environmental issues.

With major projects occurring around the UK you must find a sawmill such as WL West that can work with the artisan. The sawyer and the artisan need to understand exactly how the other sees the same project.

WL West & Sons Ltd tribute to our engineer Jim (Titch) Passmore.

Since the end of February 2021, the issues with timber supply have surpassed anything we have witnessed in the past forty years. Find out more in our blog.

It's very important to ensure that wood has been treated to a high standard to make it fire retardant. Find out more from W L West & Sons Ltd.

This article covers Ash Dieback disease & how to prevent & treat it. Find out more from timber industry experts W L West & Sons Ltd.

When sourcing constructional timber, it is important to practice sustainability & take responsibility for our forests. Learn more from W L West & Sons Ltd.

This article covers defects in wood and how these can be considered to be unique features. Find out more from W L West & Sons Ltd.

The US, UK & European timber markets have seen a lot of changes since the start of the pandemic. Here is our assessment of the situation.

With regards to Timber, sustainablity is extremely important in this day & age; however, what do we mean when we say that we work in a sustainable way? Learn more from W L West & Sons Ltd.

Discover the properties, appearances, uses and stains associated with walnut wood.