For example: 1200 x 102 x 19 mm. The first is the length of the plank followed by the bigger size which is the width, followed by the smaller size which is the thickness of the plank.
We can plane your timber to give it a smooth finish either on 1 side or all 4 sides. Cost: 1 side – R6,50 per plank, 4 sides – R12,70 per plank.
If you want to get 2 pieces out of one piece of timber we can rip it down the middle on our ripsaw. Cost: R6,50 per rip, per plank.
If you need your pallets painted for easier identification please request a quote as it depends on how much of the pallet you would like painted and the colour you choose.
If you can supply us with a stencil for you pallets all the better – if not we can get them made. The initial cost of a stencil is R450. We charge R2,50 per side to stencil your pallets. This helps with identification and marketing.
Our A-Grade timber is square cut – no bark. Our budget-friendly B-Grade timber has some bark on the one side. They both work equally well it all depends on what finish you would like on your pallets.
Wet-Off-Saw vs Kiln Dried
Wet Off Saw timber comes off the saw and gets loaded on the truck directly to us. Kiln Dried timber comes off the saw and and goes into a kiln to dry before it gets delivered to us.
Pine is a softer wood and easy to work with for your DIY needs. Saligna is a harder wood – which can tend to split as the timber is denser – it is however nice to use for picket fencing etc as it lasts longer than Pine outdoors.
CCA treatment is when the timber is placed inside a container and pressure treated with a chemical to penetrate the timber, ensuring the longevity of the timber in an outdoor environment.
The timber is placed inside a kiln to be dried – this prevents mould from growing on the timber and helps prevent warping of the timber. When timber dries naturally it tends to warp if not fixed onto a pallet or frame.
The timber is fed through a machine which cuts a lip on the one side and a groove on the other side allowing the pieces of timber to slot into one another.
