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We Are Now Chandlers Building Supplies

As of 1st August 2022, Pennyhill Timber has become a Chandlers Building Supplies branch. Although Pennyhill Timber has a new name and new signage, your dealings with the business will remain the same. Your contract and current terms of trade will remain unchanged, and your local Woking team w[...]
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3 Things To Do In Your Home & Garden After Xmas

Once the decorations are down and the last of the leftover turkey has been eaten, it's time to think about the new year. The start of a new year is a fantastic time to start planning home and garden projects, such as garden decking, doing some redecorating, or perhaps some more demanding landscap[...]
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A Guide To Timber

With years of industry experience and a diverse catalogue of different timber products and supplies to choose from Pennyhill Timber is the ideal choice for both skilled professional tradespeople and DIY novices. So if you're in need of timber for your next project or your next j[...]
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Add Value To Your Home With These 3 Home Improvement Projects

Here at Pennyhill Timber we're a team of experienced timber merchants. Whilst only being founded less than 10 years ago, we have rapidly grown into one of the South's leading timber importers and merchants. We believe this is due to providing on time delivery, combined with high [...]
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How To Look After Your Timber

So you have purchased timber from a reputable builder's merchant and you have checked that the timber is Ethically Sourced . However, do you know how correctly care for your timber to make sure it is maintained in good condition? For those who need a helping[...]
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Landscaping Ideas For A Garden With No Grass, From A Builders Merchant

The classic view of a 'garden' is an image of a luscious, green lawn – but that is starting to change, thanks to contemporary aesthetics gaining in popularity. Two of the reasons why this is the case is that maintaining a lawn is often very time-consuming, and it offers limited ideas of what one cou[...]
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Got A Small Garden? Try These 5 Simple Projects

Just because your garden is small doesn't mean your dreams have to be. All it takes is a bit of time and quality materials from your local timber merchants.5 Fantastic Project Ideas For Small GardensNot sure how to make the most out of your small garden? Here's a quick like of 5 ideas to give you so[...]
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Why Timber Is A Great Choice For Your Building Project

Used as a construction material for thousands of years, timber still proves useful for builders and architects to this very day. Timber is easy to shape and can be durable, with excellent load bearing and thermal insulation properties. Modern innovations have even allowed us to harness the natural p[...]
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Choosing The Right-Sized Fence Posts For Your Surrey Garden

Thinking about erecting a new fence? You may already have your ideal fence panels in mind – being the largest component of the structure, the aesthetic look of the panels is usually what attracts people to them. So when you've selected your new panels, the next thing to think about is the fence post[...]
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Tips on Fitting A Handrail For Your Garden Decking

Offering an easy-to-traverse trail from the inside of the home to the outside, garden decking can be enjoyed by all of the family all year round. They're commonly associated with the summer months, of course; getting people outside in the sun, sitting or lying in comfort – so thoughts about creating[...]
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Building Raised Beds With Landscape Sleepers

Spring is finally here! Being a traditional growing season for many gardeners, they will already be putting plans in place to cultivate their plants in gardens and allotments, creating contraptions to help them as they go. Including using landscape sleepers to build raised beds. If you've been think[...]
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Getting Out In The Garden: How A Timber Supplier Can Help You To Enjoy The Summer

The summer is on its way; before we know it, we'll be sat outside enjoying the sunshine, spending increased amounts of time experiencing the joys that nature brings.With the seasons about to tick over into spring, now is the perfect time to think about getting the garden ready for the warmer months [...]
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Great Ways To Make Use of Landscape Sleepers

The usage of wooden 'sleepers' was originally to help wagons to traverse cross-country easily and quickly. Later, wooden sleepers would lie across from rails to allow trains easy passage but as diesel-powered engines emerged and now electric trains are commonplace, wooden sleepers have been made sur[...]
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Dog-Proofing Your Garden – Advice From A Fencing Supplier

With summer on the way, allowing your dog to roam around and play about the garden is a great way to let them burn off some energy – but with their scampering nature, it's important to ensure that the environment is safe and secure. The risk of them running into the road or simply getting lost makes[...]
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The Advantages of Installing Timber Cladding – Advice From A Builders Merchant In Surrey

If you're looking to protect your property from the elements, to maintain its structural integrity and to give the decor an attractive flourish, the installation of timber cladding is a great idea. Working to protect the walls against moisture and the penetration of air, the use of cladding ([...]
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What Building Projects Could Potentially Increase The Value of My Property?

Intending to sell your home within the next few years? Did you know that spring is considered to be the best time to sell ? Representing a fresh start and the promise of an enjoyable summer to come, it will turn dull, dank and lifeless gardens into beautiful, colourful spac[...]
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Why Should I Choose Oak Garden Decking In Guildford?

With spring soon on the way, the snow and rain (hopefully) becoming a distance memory, it offers a great opportunity to think ahead to the summer – and the enjoyment you can get from your garden. If you're looking at either introducing a deck to your home or are wanting to replace a[...]
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Are You Up With The Latest Garden Decking Trends?

Happy New Year! One of the great things about the dawn of a brand-new year is just that – it gives us an opportunity to start anew, carrying out those plans we've been meaning to, but haven't had the time or the space to do so. With Spring and warmer weather just around the corner too, the start of [...]
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How To Take Down Your Garden Fences Safely: Advice From A Fencing Supplier In Woking

Whether you're seeking out a fencing supplier in Woking to replace damaged timber, to set a boundary or if you simply want to add a fresh look to your garden, finding the right materials at the best value price is key. Before you add a brand-new fence to your garden though, you will need to r[...]
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The Top 6 Benefits of A Garden Fence

Usually installed with a particular purpose in mind, owners of brand-new fencing may find that there are actually more benefits to be had from their garden investment than they had originally accounted for.As a leading fencing supplier in Guildford, we are constantly fielding questions about the eff[...]
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How To Create Flower Beds With Landscaping Sleepers

Whether you're growing soft fruits, vegetables, small trees, shrubs or any perennials; a raised flower bed offers a wide range of benefits for assiduous gardeners. Improved drainage, great access, an increased soil temperature and the ability to grow in different soil types, are all major attraction[...]
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Great Ways To Make Use Of Your Decking During Winter

If you do an internet search for 'garden decking', the images section will present pictures of exquisite timber structures basked in sunshine – basically, garden decking is commonly identified as being 'a summer pursuit'.With the peak season for buying garden decking in Guildford being in the early [...]
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Tips On Protecting Your Garden Timber During Winter

As a leading builders merchant in Guildford, we are constantly asked about the best ways to protect fencing, decking and shed structures over the winter. Well looked-after timber structures look great in the garden all year long, but there's something extra special about winter. Whether it's the dar[...]
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Choosing Timber For Roofs – Advice From A Builders Merchant

As a leading builders merchant in the South East of England we constantly find ourselves offering advice to customers who are searching for the right timber for their project. Being the section of the home that provides protection to the interiors of the building, as well as defining its structural [...]
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How To Maintain Your Garden Decking In Camberley All Year Round

Decking makes a great addition to a garden; allowing for the expansion of your house to the outdoors for those pleasant, sunny days. Being outside though will mean that the timber used to create the decking will be exposed to the elements – from the hot days of summer to the wet and cold of autumn a[...]
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Looking For Fence Posts In Surrey? Here’s What You Need To Know About Boundaries

Searching for a supplier of fence posts in Surrey? Regardless of whether you're thinking about replacing your existing fence or just parts of it, how can you be sure that the land you're using is within your boundaries?We all want to get on with our neighbours (they become good friends) – but disput[...]
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Fencing For Pets – What You’ll Need To Nurture and Protect Them

We love our pets because of their individuality and their ability to brighten up our lives. For many of us, they are our constant companions, as we take great care to nurture and protect them. In order to allow them to be happy and to grow, they will need the freedom to relax – but what can you d[...]
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Ever Wondered How Is Plywood Made? Ask A Timber Supplier

With an almost infinite number of uses in manufacturing, thanks to its durability and nice finish, plywood is the construction material of choice for many people – from professional builders to DIY novices. Whether it's to create structural supports or fences, home exteriors, furniture and even mari[...]
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What You Need To Know About Outdoor Planning Permission

Sheds, fences, cabins, decking and summerhouses…there isn’t a shortage of timber structures that can improve the look and functionalities of a garden. Being a builders merchant in Woking and one of the South East’s premier timber suppliers, we’re regularly asked all manner of questions about these t[...]
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Should You DIY Or Hire A Professional?

Pennyhill Timber is a builders merchant in Surrey who has over 50 years of award winning timber knowledge and experience. We stock a wide range of materials at competitive prices, additionally if you would like to purchase materials from our online store, you can enjoy swift delivery. Is DIY A D[...]
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5 Tips For Garden Decking Maintenance.

If you're searching for materials for garden decking in Camberley, visit Pennyhill Timber. We have a vast range of decking supplies including both softwood decking and hardwood decking, and a selection of screws and fixings.5 Tips For Garden Decking Maintenance.For some, keeping your decking in a we[...]
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4 Suggestions For Upgrading Your Garden Fence.

If you want to upgrade your garden, one of the first things you should do is inspect the current condition of your garden fence. Whilst other garden projects such as installing decking or building custom furniture can indeed add a special touch to your garden, a poorly maintained or damaged fence[...]
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Make Your Garden Stand Out This Summer!

We've had some incredible weather this summer, so if you want to make your garden stand out, invite your family and friends over, and host a BBQ party; here's a list of 5 ways you can improve your garden. If you're searching for garden landscaping materials, we recommend choosing a product su[...]
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Timber Decking Or Composite Decking – Which Is Better?

As an experienced timber supplier with over 50 years of award winning timber knowledge and experience, our friendly team are able to provide our customers with class leading service and professional advice. So if you need assistance with a garden DIY project and you're unsure what timber or t[...]
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5 Ways To Improve Your Garden This Summer

If you're searching for ways to improve your garden this summer, visit Pennyhill Timber, a timber and fencing supplier in Woking. If you have any questions regarding the timber supplies that are available for purchase on our online store, please get in touch with our friendly and enthusia[...]
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The Different Types Of Timber You Can Use

Pennyhill Timber is an experienced timber supplier with over 50 years of award winning timber knowledge and experience. This knowledge and experience is used to provide our customers with quality products, competitive prices, and class leading service.The Different Types Of Timber You Can UseThere a[...]
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Installing Garden Fencing In Surrey, Things To Remember!

Pennyhill Timber are a talented and experienced fencing supplier in Surrey who can provide a wide range of fencing products including panels, posts, and a variety supplies to meet your fencing needs.If you would like to get in touch with the friendly and dedicated Pennyhill timber team, please do no[...]
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Garden Project Ideas Using Landscape Sleepers!

If you want to upgrade your garden this summer, landscape sleepers are a very versatile material. Indeed, they can be used in a wide variety of different garden projects. So if you're searching for landscape sleepers in Surrey, get in touch with the Pennyhill Timber team by calling 01483 486 739 [...]
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5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Adding Decking To Your Garden This Summer!

With the summer months swiftly approaching, have you considered adding decking to your garden? If you are considering building a deck in your garden this summer, make sure that you purchase your garden decking supplies from a timber specialist, such as Pennyhill Timber. As a decking suppli[...]
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