Looking to buy hardwood? Houthandel Jan Sok is a timber yard in Meppel. We stock hardwood posts, beams, boards and decking in Okan, Tali and Azobé. Order online, collect from our yard at Celsius 10, or let us deliver anywhere in the Netherlands.
Which hardwood suits your project?
All three species are durability class 1 under EN 350, which is the highest class, so they last a long time outdoors without any chemical treatment.
| Species | Typical use | Service life |
|---|---|---|
| Okan | Posts, beams, boards and bank revetment | 25+ years (heartwood) |
| Azobé | Bank revetment, posts and heavy structures | 25 to 40+ years |
| Tali | Decking and terraces | 25+ years (heartwood) |
Hardwood prices: a selection
| Product | Size | Length | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okan beam, planed | 50 × 100 mm | 2.50 m | € 21.90 |
| Okan post, planed | 100 × 100 mm | 3.00 m | € 54.35 |
| Okan board, planed | 30 × 150 mm | 3.00 m | € 26.90 |
| Azobé board, planed | 20 × 200 mm | 2.00 m | € 18.15 |
| Tali decking board | 28 × 145 mm | 2.15 m | € 26.75 |
Prices as of 2 November 2026, per piece, including 21% Dutch VAT. The product page always shows the current price and stock.
Where can I buy hardwood beams and boards?
You can buy hardwood in our online shop or at the yard in Meppel. The product page shows the sizes, lengths and stock that are available right now. Need many beams, odd lengths or a truck delivery? Send your cutting list and ask for a quote.
Fixing, ground contact and delivery
Hardwood is very dense, so always pre-drill to stop the wood from splitting. Use stainless steel screws to avoid rust and the black stains that ordinary screws leave behind. For posts in the ground, check the species, size and load first. Heavy beams need unloading space. We deliver large orders with our own truck and, on request, a truck-mounted forklift.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy hardwood beams in the Netherlands?
Houthandel Jan Sok in Meppel supplies hardwood beams and posts from its own yard. Check the current sizes online, or send your quantities and lengths with a quote request. We then check stock, cutting and delivery together.
Which hardwood is suitable for ground contact?
That depends on the species, its durability class and the load. Okan and Azobé are both class 1 and are used for heavy outdoor work and bank revetment. Check the product details and ask us if you are unsure.
Do I need to pre-drill hardwood?
Yes. Pre-drilling stops hardwood from splitting. Use stainless steel screws that match the thickness of the wood.
Browse our hardwood range or let us work out your materials. Questions? Call 0522 851 551.