2'' x 2'' Softwood PAR
As one of the UK’s largest timber merchants, Builder Depot offers a premium selection of planed softwood timber, expertly manufactured from sustainably sourced materials. Our softwood PAR is sourced from high-quality species including Sawfalling Whitewood (Grade 5), Sawfalling Redwood, 5th Scandinavian slow-grown Redwood (Grade 2), and Unsorted Redwood (Grade 1), ensuring superior strength, durability and consistently smooth finish. This makes it the ideal choice for a wide range of internal joinery applications such as door frames and mouldings. Available in a variety of convenient sizes including 4x2 (50x100mm), 2x1 (50x25mm), and 6x2 (50x150mm), our PAR softwood is perfect to suit your project.
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What is PAR softwood?
Softwood PAR refers to timber from softer wood species that has been cut on all sides for a smooth finish. It is a specially selected material, grown from evergreen, coniferous trees such as pine (redwood), cedar, fir and spruce, and has been precision-milled to ensure consistent dimensions.
It is an incredibly versatile timber that can be used for various professional and personal DIY projects thanks to its affordability, uniform appearance, and ease of handling.
Applications for PAR softwood
Due to its superior quality and aesthetic appeal, PAR softwood is great for a wide range of applications, from large-scale construction to personal projects.
Its smooth, planed finish makes it ideal for decorative internal joinery applications, such as door frames and mouldings, offering both practicality and a refined appearance.
It is also a popular option for those wanting to craft bespoke furniture, like custom-built wardrobes, bookshelves, or cabinets.
Why use softwood PAR?
Softwood PAR has some appealing characteristics, from appearance and finish to sustainability and cost.
Appearance and finish: Softwood PAR has a smooth finish with square edges, making it ideal for a polished and refined look. It features a light colour with a subtle grain, making it suitable for both traditional and modern designs. Options like Scandinavian slow-grown redwood and unsorted redwood provide consistency in texture and quality.
Sustainability: Softwood PAR is a sustainable choice, as it grows faster than hardwood, allowing for responsible sourcing and efficient forestry management. Certified by recognised timber certificates, it ensures eco-friendly production while maintaining durability. Kiln-dried timber options enhance its longevity for various applications.
Cost: Softwood PAR is usually a more cost-effective option than its hardwood counterpart due to its faster growth rate.
PAR softwood sizing and dimensions
PAR softwood is available in a range of nominal sizes, with the final finish dimensions slightly smaller due to the planing process.
To ensure quality and sustainability, ensure your softwood is sourced from sustainably managed forests, guaranteeing responsible practices.
Our PAR softwood
We manufacture our PAR softwood from high-quality Scandinavian Redwood, which we then kiln-dry to offer exceptional stability, durability, and strength, all at a competitive price.
To ensure greater stability and durability, we source our PAR softwood from 60-year-old, slow-grown trees; this slow growth results in a denser, more robust timber, significantly reducing the risk of splitting or twisting over time.
We also stock a large range of screws and other fixings to help your project come to life. If you want to learn more about the different types of timber, check out our guide on Types of Timber, or come into one of our stores to have your timber cut to size.
