Blog & Inspiration
Tips, how-tos and inspiration for your timber project.
Building a garden shed: which timber and materials do you need?
What you need for a garden shed: Douglas posts, wall boards, roof sheets and a dry base. No ready log kit....
Sheet Materials for Workshops: Concrete Plywood and Fibre Cement
Which sheet boards do you choose for the build shop? Betonplex, fibre cement, plywood and MDF weighed for walls, floors and roofs....
Buying Garden Timber: Complete Guide for Beginners
A full starter guide to buying garden timber: kinds of wood, pick tips and the order path at Jan Sok in Meppel....
Okan vs Tali decking boards: comparison
Okan or Tali for your deck? Weigh both hardwood kinds for life span, strength, look and work - with a pick per use....
Plastic vs. Timber Sheet Piling: Which Should You Choose?
Prolock plastic sheet piling or wood sheeting? Weigh life span, full costs, upkeep and use - with yard notes from Jan Sok....
Douglas wood prices: what does Douglas cost per meter?
See what Douglas timber costs per metre, which facts set the price and why Douglas is a smart outdoor choice. Notes from Jan Sok....
Buying bank protection timber: Azobé, Douglas or impregnated?
Need sheeting timber for a pond, ditch or canal? Weigh hardwood sheeting, light garden boards and Prolock plastic....
Impregnating fence wood: when, how and which product?
Do you have to impregnate fence wood yourself? Factory-treated timber, sawn faces, and choosing the right agent....
Timber Prices 2026: Douglas, Hardwood, Decking & Bank Protection
What does timber cost in 2026? From Douglas and hardwood to decking and bank work. Price per metre and ways to save....
Which Posts for Prolock Sigma? Options, Spacing and Tips
Which wooden posts do you use with Prolock Sigma sheeting? Compare spruce, hardwood and steel tube posts. Spacing table and advice per soil ...
Prolock Maintenance and Longevity: What Can You Expect?
How long does Prolock Sigma last and what care does it need? Life, weather, warranty and a compare with wood and concrete....
How Much Does Prolock Bank Protection Cost? Price per Metre
Work out the cost of Prolock Sigma sheeting per running metre. Material list, price table per height, and examples for 10, 25 and 50 metres....
Prolock vs. Hardwood Bank Protection: Which Should You Choose?
Compare Prolock Sigma plastic sheeting with hardwood sheeting on price, life, fitting, care and look. Plus advice per situation....
Install Prolock Sigma Yourself: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to fit Prolock Sigma plastic sheeting yourself. A step plan with materials, tools and mistakes we often see....
Hardwood vs Douglas: which timber suits your project?
How long it lasts, the price, the work and the look. An honest comparison for outdoor projects....
Douglas timber maintenance: keep your wood looking great
Practical tips to keep Douglas timber looking good. From oiling and cleaning to weather protection in the garden....