Business Details
Your Trusted Timber Supplier in Durham
Arbor Timber is an independent timber and builders' supplier based in Durham city, offering a comprehensive range of high-quality timber products and bespoke joinery services. Founded by David Kayll, a third-generation timber merchant with over 22 years of industry experience, the company combines traditional expertise with modern techniques to serve both trade and public clients. Their services include machining, painting, and fitting, supported by a team trained in sustainable sourcing and ethical practices. The business prioritises quality materials, including C24 graded timber and water-based finishes, while maintaining competitive pricing and fast delivery. With a 200-year collective experience among staff, Arbor Timber provides tailored solutions for projects ranging from DIY to large-scale construction.Their showroom showcases raw materials, hardware, and finished products, complemented by expert advice and a fully managed service for complex projects. Sustainability is central to their operations, with all timber sourced from ethical suppliers. The company's investment in advanced machinery, such as precision panel cutters, ensures accuracy and efficiency. Arbor Timber's commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in their hands-on approach, from design consultation to on-site installation. They serve diverse clients, including builders, joiners, and self-builders, across the North East region.
Services
Timber supply
Bespoke joinery
Cladding installation
Staircase manufacturing
Flooring solutions
Sheet material cutting
Painting service
Fitting service
Sustainable sourcing
Trade supplies
Highlights and features
- Over 22 years of specialist timber expertise
- Bespoke joinery and in-house spray painting service
- Sustainably sourced hardwoods and softwoods
- Fast delivery and precision machining facilities
- Experienced team with 200+ years collective knowledge
Services
Timber supply
Arbor Timber offers a comprehensive range of sustainably sourced softwoods and hardwoods, including C24 graded structural timber, oak, ash, and cedar. Their stock includes planed, rough sawn, and profiled sections for construction, joinery, and DIY projects. The team provides expert guidance on material selection for optimal performance and value.
Bespoke joinery
The company's in-house joinery service creates made-to-measure doors, windows, staircases, and mouldings. Using advanced machinery and traditional techniques, they produce precision components tailored to project specifications. This includes assembly, painting in water-based finishes, and professional installation.
Sheet material cutting
Arbor Timber provides precision cutting of plywood, MDF, OSB, and other sheet materials using horizontal panel saws. This service ensures accurate dimensions for construction and fit-out projects, with options for T&G profiles and bespoke cutting lists.
Cladding installation
The business supplies and fits timber cladding in various profiles and species like cedar, larch, and oak. Their service includes material selection, cutting to size, and professional installation for both modern and traditional architectural styles.
Flooring solutions
Arbor Timber offers solid and engineered hardwood flooring in multiple species and finishes. They provide advice on subfloor preparation, underfloor heating compatibility, and finishing options like oiling or varnishing to suit residential and commercial spaces.
People
David Kayll
Founder
Third-generation timber merchant with 22 years' experience, specialising in sustainable sourcing and quality control. David established Arbor Timber's reputation for expert advice and ethical practices.
Questions
What timber species do you stock?
We hold regular stocks of oak, ash, sapele, beech, maple, cedar, and larch. Special orders for other species are available upon request.
Do you offer machining services?
Yes, we provide planing, profiling, and cutting to size using our in-house machinery for both standard and bespoke requirements.
Can you supply treated timber?
We stock pressure-treated C24 graded softwood and offer preservative treatments for external applications like decking and fencing.
Do you deliver products?
We offer scheduled deliveries across the North East, with same-day delivery available for urgent requirements.
What finishing options are available?
Our spray shop applies water-based paints and stains. We also supply timber treatment products for DIY finishing projects.
Reviews (3)
John Hall
Jul 05, 2017
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Another trip to Arbor Timber today for more oak needed for the garden bench that I'm building. Staff always very helpful and friendly. I always come away having learnt something new. Definitely worth a look whatever you are making. They have a great selection of hardwoods and often have loads of off-cuts at good prices.
Emma Antunes
Jun 01, 2016
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There's not often these days that you come across a company that's customer service and products are exceptional, but Arbor Timber is definitely one of them. We ordered some custom made arched doors for a barn conversion and Arbor Timber have exceeded our expectations.
Andrew Lee
Feb 16, 2016
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Could not of been friendlier and more helpful talked to the kids while wood was getting cut lad that served us top notch
