Roof Timber Suppliers in Gloucester
As a fundamental component of any roofing project, high-quality timber is essential for structural integrity and longevity. At Roofbase Gloucester, located at Goodridge Business Park, we are proud to be the leading local source for graded roofing timber. Whether you are constructing a traditional cut-and-pitch roof in the Cotswolds or need high-performance battens for a commercial development in the city, we provide the reliable materials you need to build with confidence.
Our Specialist Timber Range
The timber used in your roof serves as the backbone of the entire structure. Using inferior or ungraded wood can lead to warping, structural weakness, and failure to meet UK building regulations. At Roofbase Gloucester, we ensure that all our timber products are sustainably sourced and treated to withstand the damp British climate, protecting your build against fungal decay and insect attack for decades to come.
C24 Graded Carcassing Timber
When strength is non-negotiable, C24 graded carcassing timber is the industry standard for structural roof framing. Higher in quality than the more common C16, C24 is kiln-dried and strength-graded to withstand greater loads over longer spans.
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Best for: Roof joists, rafters, and floor beams.
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Key Benefit: Fewer knots and physical imperfections, providing superior stability and less risk of twisting or bowing.
Roof Trusses
For modern developments and extensions, roof trusses offer a highly engineered, prefabricated solution. These triangular frameworks are designed off-site to your exact specifications, allowing for rapid installation and consistent structural performance across the entire roofline.
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Best for: New builds, large extensions, and complex roof shapes.
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Key Benefit: Transfers the load of the roof to the external walls, often eliminating the need for internal load-bearing walls and creating open-plan spaces.
OSB (Oriented Strand Board)
As the go-to sheet material for modern roofing, OSB (specifically OSB3) is essential for creating a strong, flat deck for EPDM, GRP, or felt systems. Composed of compressed wood strands and moisture-resistant resins, it provides a stable and cost-effective alternative to traditional plywood.
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Best for: Flat roof decking and pitched roof sarking.
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Key Benefit: Engineered for humid conditions, providing excellent dimensional stability and load-bearing capacity.
Roofing Batten
The final step before tiling or slating is the installation of roofing batten. We supply BS 5534 graded battens (typically identifiable by their blue or red treatment), which are pre-graded for strength and safety to ensure they can act as a secure foothold for roofers during installation.
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Best for: Fixing clay tiles, concrete tiles, and natural slates.
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Key Benefit: Pressure-treated to protect against fungal attack and wood-boring insects.
Why Source Your Timber Locally in Swindon?
Timber is bulky and heavy, which is why we offer a specialized delivery service across the region. Using our dedicated fleet of vehicles, we provide prompt delivery to Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Tewkesbury, and the Forest of Dean. We take pride in our ability to deliver timber directly to your site, offloading it safely and efficiently to keep your project moving forward.
Visit Our Gloucester Trade Counter
Stop by our branch to inspect our timber quality for yourself or to discuss your specific project needs with our experts.
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Address: Units E5 & E6, Goodridge Business Park, Gloucester, GL2 5EA
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Phone: 01452 203203
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Email: salesgloucester@roofbase.com
