Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted UK Timber Supplier Since 1950
Brooks Bros has nurtured a passion for timber over 70 years, evolving from Thames timber porters to one of the UK's leading timber suppliers. Our nationwide service operates from five strategically located sites in Maldon, Danbury, Nottingham, Sewstern, and Skelmersdale, offering comprehensive timber solutions. With a 300-strong workforce and a fleet of 45 vehicles, we combine family values with ambitious foresight to meet diverse customer needs. Our expertise spans sawn timbers, cladding, decking, flooring, and engineered timber components, supported by advanced machining and finishing capabilities. We prioritise sustainability through FSC-certified sourcing and innovative processes like Kebony technology.Our commitment to quality is evidenced by partnerships with industry leaders and certifications including PEFC and FSC. We provide tailored solutions for architects, contractors, and private clients, maintaining a reputation for reliability and technical excellence. Our investment in state-of-the-art facilities, including Weinig Powermat machinery and biomass kiln drying, ensures consistent product quality. We support projects from small domestic builds to large-scale commercial developments, offering nationwide deliveries and fast-track services. Our dedication to environmental responsibility is reflected in our Modern Slavery Act compliance and UKTR statement.
Services
Sawn Timbers
Timber Cladding
Decking Solutions
Laminating Services
Precision Machining
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of timber industry expertise across five UK locations
- Our team provides nationwide delivery with fast-track service options
- We supply FSC-certified timber products from sustainable sources
- Our in-house machining capabilities handle bespoke timber requirements
- We maintain 30,000+ square metres of flooring stock for immediate supply
Associations and certifications
- FSC
- PEFC
Services
Sawn Timbers
We supply over 50 species of sawn timbers including hardwoods, softwoods, and tropical varieties. Our inventory features FSC-certified materials from sustainable sources, with specialist options like Super Prime Black Walnut and Red Grandis. With nationwide distribution and five strategic locations, we ensure timely delivery of both standard and bespoke timber requirements for construction and architectural projects.
Timber Cladding
Our timber cladding solutions combine aesthetic appeal with durability for both internal and external applications. Available in hardwood, softwood, and modified timbers like Kebony and Shou Sugi Ban, we offer comprehensive support from specification through to installation. Our PEFC-certified products include pre-finished options and GRAD hidden fixing systems for efficient, screw-free installations across residential and commercial developments.
Decking Solutions
We provide premium decking materials including Ipe, Cumaru, and Kebony alongside composite options from Composite Prime. Our decking systems feature GRAD hidden fixings and matching components for complete installations. With nationwide availability and technical support, we supply both standard profiles and custom-machined solutions for domestic and commercial outdoor spaces requiring durability and aesthetic quality.
Laminating Services
Our Brookstech laminating service creates defect-free, dimensionally stable timber components through precision layer bonding. Using FSC-certified European Oak, Sapele, and Redwood, we produce custom lengths up to 4900mm for architectural elements like doors, windows, and stair components. This process enhances strength while minimising waste, offering sustainable solutions for joinery and structural applications requiring consistent quality and dimensional accuracy.
Precision Machining
With 23 state-of-the-art Weinig machines across five locations, we offer precision machining for bespoke timber profiles. Our capabilities include moulding, cross-cutting, finger-jointing, and surface texturing using advanced equipment like the Powermat 3000. This service supports complex architectural requirements while maintaining tight tolerances, complemented by finishing options such as lacquering, priming, and foil wrapping for complete timber solutions.
Questions
What timber species do you supply?
We offer over 50 species including hardwoods like oak, walnut, and tropical timbers, plus softwoods such as pine and larch. Speciality options include FSC-certified Super Prime Black Walnut and Red Grandis.
Do you provide nationwide delivery?
Yes, we operate from five UK locations with a fleet of 45 vehicles, offering nationwide distribution and fast-track delivery options for urgent requirements.
Are your products sustainably sourced?
All our timber comes from responsible sources with FSC and PEFC certifications. We maintain a Responsible Purchasing Policy and UKTR compliance for chain-of-custody tracking.
Can you handle bespoke timber requirements?
Our in-house machining facilities with Weinig Powermat technology enable custom profiles, laminating, and finishing to meet specific architectural and construction needs.
What cladding systems do you offer?
We supply hardwood, softwood, and modified timber cladding with GRAD hidden fixing systems. Options include Kebony, Shou Sugi Ban, and PEFC-certified Western Red Cedar with technical installation support.
Do you stock flooring materials?
We maintain 30,000+ square metres of hardwood flooring stock, including engineered, multi-ply, and solid wood options with surface finishes ranging from natural to stained and lacquered.
