William Frances Timber herne bay

19/06/2026

Nice and easy threshold job on the go today! Keeping it precise, clean, and efficient.

The real challenge? Trying to stay cool in this heat! ☀️🥵

Drop a comment below if your home needs some summer upgrades, or send us a message for a quick quote.

15/06/2026

🪚 Behind the scenes at William Frances Timber! 🪚
Check out this quick video of the team crafting a completely bespoke picture rail for a customer. Bringing this custom profile to life took 3 separate machine sets to get it exactly right.
Want to see the finished product? Have a look in the comments below! 👇

12/06/2026

Father’s Day is on Sunday 21st June—don't leave it to the last minute! ⏳

We’ve just landed a brand-new shipment of premium tools here at William Frances Timber. If your dad loves spending time in the workshop, shed, or garden, we’ve got the perfect gift ideas waiting for him.

Drop by the yard in Herne Bay to see the new range, or speak to our team for some expert advice on the best gear for his next project.

📍 Find us at: Gosfield Road, Herne Bay, CT6 5SD

📞 01227 374469

👇 Check out some of our new arrivals in the photos below! 👇

10/06/2026

Can we recreate it? Yes, we can! 🪵💪

We love a challenge here at William Frances Timber. A customer recently brought in a piece of patterned wood that was sadly rotting away, asking if we could recreate the exact shape.

​Take a look at the photos—we did exactly that! Our team matched the profile perfectly, ensuring the customer can complete their project with a piece that fits seamlessly. It's now finished and ready to collect.

​Need custom timber profiling or replication work? You know where to find us!

​👇 Pop in and see us:

📍 William Frances Timber, CT6 5SD

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01/06/2026

🪵 Custom Sizes? No Problem! 🪵

"Help! I can't find oak floorboards this size anywhere! Can you help?"

We hear this all the time, and our answer is always: We certainly can! 😎

Check out these stunning American White Oak floorboards, custom-machined and ready to go in only 3 days! ⏱️

Why choose William Frances Timber?

Most places only sell what’s on the shelves, but we do the machining other merchants simply can't do. In fact, we are the only local timber merchant with our own specialized machinery on-site. ⚙️🪚

If you need a specific size, a unique profile, or a fast turnaround, don't waste time hunting around. We can match, cut, and machine exactly what your project needs.

📍 Visit or Contact Us Today!
Drop by: CT6 5SD
Message us directly on Facebook for a quick quote!

31/05/2026

🪵 OWN A PIECE OF KENT HISTORY 🪵

​In October 1987, the Great Storm changed the Kent landscape forever. In the tiny village of Baddlesmere, a massive, ancient English Oak was blown down by 100mph winds.

​The local farmer milled it to build his barn. The neighbor bought the rest for a home project. It was sold again, tucked away, and preserved for decades.

​Now, we’ve secured the ultimate find. We are officially in possession of the very last remaining beams, planks, and breathtaking live-edge slabs from this legendary 1987 storm-felled oak.

​These are highly characterful, beautifully seasoned, and completely irreplaceable. Once they are gone, this chapter of local history closes for good.

​📍 Now on display and for sale:

William Frances Timber, Herne Bay (CT6 5SD)

Drop by the yard or send us a DM to secure a piece!

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29/05/2026

We absolutely love seeing our customers' projects come to life—no matter how big or small the build!

Check out this gorgeous garden bench crafted using our Sapele timber. Beautifully done! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

👇 Over to you...
What are you working on at the moment? Comment your project pictures below!
Whether it's a massive garden deck or a quick weekend DIY fix, we want to see it. 📸

27/05/2026

🪵 NEW STOCK ALERT! 🪵

We are pleased to announce that we are now stocking Rustins Quick Drying Polyurethane Varnish in both Satin and Gloss finishes!
From interior doors and skirting boards to protected outdoor woodwork, this versatile varnish has you covered.

Why you’ll love it:

🏡 Internal & External Use: Formulated to perform beautifully inside the home, while providing excellent, flexible protection for exterior wood.

⏱️ Fast Drying: Touch dry in just 20 minutes and re-coatable in 2 hours. Get the job done in a fraction of the time!

🌱 Water-Based & Low Odour: No harsh chemical fumes. It’s much kinder to your nose and the environment.

💪 Durable Protection: High-quality resistance against scratches, scuffs, and weather.

🧼 Easy Clean-Up: No white spirit needed—just wash your brushes out with warm water.

Pop into the yard at CT6 5SD to grab yours, or send us a message to secure your tins

21/05/2026