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What you will need: Drill, tape measure, screwdriver, spade bit (or preferably forstner bit) at 30mm diameter, pencil, spirit level, masonry bit Step 1. Using your tape measure and pencil, draw a vertical line around 4 inches from one end of your beam on the face that you intend to fit to the wall. If there is a knot in the timber, avoid it by marking either side of it. Repeat this on the other end of the beam.  We recommend using one bracket per foot in length of timber, so mark another line for each bracket, evenly spread across...

T-Type Bracket Installation What you will need: Spirit level, 2x Screws per bracket, Screwdriver, Drill, 10mm drill bit, 12mm drill bit, pencil Step 1.Using a spirit level draw a straight level line on your wall where you intend the shelf/beam to hang – Draw the line the same length as the shelf and mark the centre point (this will be the centre of your beam). Step 2.Fixing to a stud work wall:If you’re fixing to a stud work wall it is important to find the uprights/noggins behind the plasterboard and get as many fixings as possible into the stud work...

Products Featured: Larch CladdingCedar CladdingUsing softwood timber for exterior wall cladding is growing in popularity in the UK and is a cost effective way to make the outside of your home/business look beautiful and natural, whilst increasing its valuation. This blog will go over the top 5 factors that you will need to consider before purchasing your larch exterior cladding or western red cedar exterior cladding. 1. How much cladding do I need to cover my house? When you select your softwood cladding from the Celtic Timber website, we provide options for the timber width, length, and thickness. Before ordering,...

Featured product: We’re a little bit biased in saying that oak fireplace beams are the perfect addition to your living room to go above a log burner.Whether you are renovating your house, your living room or just the fireplace, our beams will add character and functionality to the feature.Before buying and installing your beam, here are a few tips and considerations: 1. How far above the log burner should I install my oak fireplace beam? Our oak beams are air-dried to reduce their moisture content. However, there is a period of time once it has been installed where it will...