Damien

BEST EVER OCTO POST

In the early 2000s, it was becoming apparent that posts were failing prematurely. Fences that had been recently erected were not standing the test of time with the inevitable frustrations, additional costs and, in some cases, legal ramifications. New legislation had brought about changes in treatment and the increasingly generic nature of posts was driving […]Read More

CREATE CONTEMPORARY FENCING WITH TRADITIONAL TIMBER

With a bright summer already underway, many UK homeowners are turning their attention to their gardens, and replacing fencing is high on the list. After a winter of severe storms, demand for durable fencing has risen sharply, whilst an increased interest in outdoor design has filled the market with more attractive options. One of the […]Read More

FIRST FENCE UNVEILS NEW CHAIN LINK FENCING RANGE

Sometimes, reinventing the wheel is necessary to improve a product’s fit, form or function. But in other cases, some fencing materials have stood the test of time so well that innovation doesn’t need to focus on the product itself. Instead, the real progress comes in how the product is offered—Is there reliable stock availability? Are […]Read More

PROFENCER PROVES PERFECT FOR JLC FARMING & FENCING

It’s just over a year since Jim Proudley of South Yorkshire firm JLC Farming and Fencing took the plunge and ordered a Profencer and it’s a proved a perfect fit! “We were doing it the old-fashioned way with boards and chains for years and putting up the netting was always part of the job that […]Read More

PREPARING YOUR TIMBER FOR THE GARDEN SEASON

A GUIDE TO SUMMER-READY DECKING AND FENCING As gardens across the UK come back into focus for homeowners, developers, and contractors alike, the demand for fencing and decking installations continues to hold strong. Timber remains the preferred material for many, appreciated not only for its visual appeal but also for its adaptability and relative ease […]Read More

SCORCHIO SCOTLAND!

A very warm welcome to my latest instalment from the Costa del Sutherland in the north highlands of Scotland! As I write this column the weather is and has been fantastic over the last couple of weeks. It almost seems too good to be true. I just hope this isn’t our summer but hey we […]Read More

THE UK FENCING INDUSTRY AWARDS 2025 – A NIGHT TO

The countdown is on for the most prestigious event in the fencing industry calendar – the UK Fencing Industry Awards 2025! Taking place on Thursday, 13th November at the iconic MercedesBenz World, this year’s event promises an unforgettable evening of celebration, networking, and industry recognition. With entries now open, fencing professionals from across the UK […]Read More

MOVERS & SHAKERS GEORGE SMITH

Onward and upward for Walford Timber chief! George Smith, MD of Walford Timber, really is a mover and shaker and is helping to drive forward change for the UK timber industry. Based at Ross on Wye in Herefordshire, Walford Timber is currently celebrating its 80 year anniversary (see longer feature elsewhere in this issue). George […]Read More

A STEEP LEARNING CURVE FOR JMT SERVICES

James Taylor of Leicestershirebased JMT Services has achieved an impressive amount in just three short years. At only 21 years old, James launched his own business in 2021. Since then, he has built up a steadily growing client base from his location near Melton Mowbray and even constructed his very own tracked post knocker machine. […]Read More

WOOD PROTECTION ASSOCIATION ANNUAL EVENT AND CONFERENCE 2025

The Wood Protection Association’s (WPA) annual event and conference took place at Oulton Hall Hotel on 7–8 May, bringing together stakeholders from across the timber treatment industry to share insights, celebrate innovation, and explore strategic opportunities for future growth. The two-day gathering offered delegates a programme of presentations from across the treated wood supply chain, […]Read More