Business Details
Your Trusted Timber Supplier in Bristol
Established in 1881, Robbins Timber has built an enduring reputation as a leading supplier of premium timber products and specialist machining services. Our expertise spans the importation, treatment, and precision cutting of hardwood, softwood, and marine-grade timber, catering to construction, landscaping, and bespoke joinery projects. With a heritage of over 140 years, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver tailored solutions for trade and retail clients. Our comprehensive services include preservative treatment, panel pressing, and a dedicated trade counter stocked with over 300 moulding profiles. Headquartered in Bristol, we serve industries nationwide while maintaining rigorous quality standards through partnerships with certified mills.Our team of timber specialists provides expert guidance, ensuring every project benefits from precise material selection and technical proficiency. Sustainability is central to our operations, with FSC-certified options and eco-conscious practices embedded across our supply chain. From structural carcassing timber to custom-machined components, we prioritise reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction. This commitment to excellence has solidified our position as a trusted partner in the timber industry for generations.
Services
Timber Machining
Panel Cutting
Preservative Treatment
Trade Counter
Marine Timber
Highlights and features
- We offer over 140 years of specialist timber expertise.
- Our machining facility handles any species to any profile.
- We provide FSC-certified sustainable timber options.
- Our trade counter stocks over 300 moulding profiles.
- We deliver nationwide with precision preservative treatment.
Services
Timber Machining
Our precision machining service handles any timber species to custom profiles, supporting construction, joinery, and specialist projects. Utilising advanced equipment, we ensure exact dimensional accuracy for both small and large-scale orders. Clients benefit from tailored solutions, whether requiring standard sections or complex bespoke shapes.
Marine Timber
We supply FSC-certified marine-grade timber, plywood, and adhesives designed for harsh environments. Our range includes durable tropical hardwoods and treated softwoods suitable for boatbuilding, restoration, and coastal structures. Each product meets international standards like BS1088 and Lloyds Register specifications.
Preservative Treatment
Our pressure and double-vacuum treatment processes enhance timber durability against rot, insects, and weathering. Ideal for exterior applications, this service extends product lifespan while maintaining structural integrity. Treated materials comply with safety standards for landscaping, construction, and marine uses.
Trade Counter
The trade counter offers immediate access to over 300 moulding profiles, construction timbers, and sheet materials. Catering to both trade and retail customers, we provide expert advice, bulk order discounts, and nationwide delivery options for standard and specialist timber products.
Panel Products
We supply and cut-to-size a comprehensive range of panel products including plywood, MDF, OSB, and hardwood veneered boards. Applications span furniture making, structural construction, and interior fit-outs, with options for moisture-resistant and marine-grade specifications.
Questions
What timber species do you stock?
We offer hardwoods like oak, iroko, and sapele, softwoods including douglas fir and cedar, and marine-grade options such as VSR green teak.
Can you machine custom timber profiles?
Yes, our machining facility produces bespoke profiles to any specification using both traditional and CNC techniques.
Do you provide preservative treatment services?
We offer pressure and double-vacuum treatment to enhance durability for exterior and marine applications.
Is FSC-certified timber available?
Yes, we supply FSC-certified options across our hardwood, softwood, and marine timber ranges.
What are your trade counter hours?
Our Bristol trade counter operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes, we provide nationwide delivery for all timber products and bulk orders.
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