Looking to buy garden timber or order garden timber online? At Houthandel Jan Sok - the online garden timber specialist - you can easily order Douglas fir, pressure-treated pine, hardwood, decking and fencing from Meppel. We deliver throughout the Netherlands and Belgium, cut timber to size and advise private customers, landscapers and wholesale garden timber customers.
What is garden timber?
Garden timber includes all species and products used outdoors in the garden: fencing, terraces, canopies, bank revetment and boundaries. Jan Sok supplies garden timber in four main categories:
- Douglas garden timber - Warm appearance and naturally durable (class 3). Popular for fencing, canopies and decking. Read buying Douglas fir timber.
- Pressure-treated pine - Affordable fencing timber, pressure-treated against decay. Ideal for garden boundaries.
- Hardwood - Okan, azobé and cumaru. Extremely durable for terraces, bridges and ground contact.
- Spruce structural timber - For roof structures, subframes and interior work.
Garden timber by application
- Fencing & boundaries - Buy fencing: Douglas fir, pressure-treated timber, willow screens and concrete posts.
- Decks & terraces - Decking boards in hardwood, Douglas fir, composite or bamboo.
- Bank revetment & sheet piling - Plastic sheet piling and hardwood revetment for banks and ponds.
- Canopies & carports - Custom canopies made from Douglas beams and posts.
Cut-to-size garden timber & trade customers
We cut garden timber to size - useful for fences, canopies and projects with exact dimensions. Landscapers, contractors and garden timber suppliers benefit from project pricing and fast delivery. Apply for a business account or request a free quote.
Delivery & delivery area
Order garden timber online. Parcels usually leave within 1-2 working days; truck deliveries are always scheduled in advance by agreement, so the delivery date fits your plans (lead times and stock). Free delivery throughout the Netherlands on orders over € 2,500. We also deliver in Friesland, Drenthe, Overijssel, Gelderland, Groningen and Nijverdal. In Belgium, we deliver to locations including Ghent. Download our 2026 price lists.
Garden timber prices
Prices depend on species and dimensions. Pressure-treated timber is the least expensive; Douglas fir and hardwood last longer. Current prices are shown in our webshop - see also timber prices 2026.
How do I choose the right garden timber at a Dutch timber merchant for my project?
Short answer: Work in four steps: (1) fix the project type, (2) choose the species for moisture and ground contact, (3) set sizes and quantities, (4) check stock, cutting and delivery at the merchant. You are not buying “a nice board” - you are buying material that fits your garden project.
- Project - fence, deck, canopy, sheet piling or cladding? Each has different requirements.
- Species - Douglas or impregnated for many above-ground garden jobs; hardwood for heavy or permanent ground contact. Overview: all timber species, outdoor: species for outdoors.
- Details - ground contact? See durability classes. Douglas vs impregnation: Douglas vs impregnated.
- At the merchant - ask for current lengths, cutting, lead time and fasteners. Practical list: garden timber checklist.
Merchant or garden centre? Timber merchant or garden centre. Choosing a supplier: choosing a timber merchant in the Netherlands.
Fence projects: wooden garden screens and fences, prices, installation.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right garden timber at a Dutch timber merchant for my project?
Define the project first (fence, deck, canopy), then choose the species for moisture and ground contact, calculate sizes and check stock, cutting and delivery at the merchant. Use our checklist or call 0522 851 551.
How much does garden timber cost?
From a few euros per pressure-treated board to premium hardwood priced per m². Check current prices per product in the webshop or request a quote for larger quantities.
Which garden timber is most durable?
Tropical hardwood (class 1–2) lasts 25–50 years. Douglas fir (class 3) is the best choice without chemical treatment for above-ground applications.
Can I order garden timber cut to size?
Yes. We cut to size for fences, canopies and projects. Contact us for large batches.
Where can I buy garden timber?
Online at Houthandel Jan Sok - an online garden timber merchant delivering nationwide from Meppel. Visit our yard for advice.