What is the typical lead time for structural timber in Europe?

Standard structural timber (C24 sawn softwood in stock sizes) typically has a lead time of 2–4 weeks from order to delivery within Northern Europe. Non-standard sizes or lengths extend this to 4–8 weeks.

Standard structural timber (C24 sawn softwood in stock sizes) typically has a lead time of 2–4 weeks from order to delivery within Northern Europe. Non-standard sizes or lengths extend this to 4–8 weeks. Engineered timber products have longer lead times: glulam beams require 4–10 weeks, CLT panels 10–16 weeks, and LVL products 6–12 weeks. These timescales assume normal market conditions — during periods of high demand or supply disruption, lead times can double.

Why this matters

This question relates to Timber Lead Times in Europe: Country-by-Country Delivery Guide, which covers the broader topic in detail. Understanding this specific aspect helps architects, builders, and timber dealers make informed specification decisions.

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