Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (finished size 12x44mm) offers a smooth, workable timber option for interior projects, designed for tradespeople and DIY builders who want a reliable surface to cut, shape and finish. It accepts stains, oils and lacquers well, making it suitable for visible joinery and feature pieces. Planed timber is typically available as Planed Square Edge (PSE) or Planed All Round (PAR). PSE has smooth planed surfaces on edges and faces, while PAR is planed on all sides for a uniform appearance where all faces are seen. Our timber is finished to a consistent 12x44mm, providing a clean look for interior work; if you intend outdoor use, you’ll need to apply an appropriate treatment to protect against moisture and weather. Why this size matters: 16x50mm timber strikes a balance between ease of working and structural solidity, making it ideal for shelving supports, window components, trim and other decorative or structural internal pieces. The finish is designed to provide a smooth, uniform surface that accepts finishes evenly, helping you achieve a consistent look across projects. For external applications, select a suitable preservative and sealant to extend durability. Key uses and scenarios:
  • Shelving and brackets in living spaces or garages
  • Internal trim, battening and framing where a clean edge is preferred
  • Feature pieces or small structural members that benefit from a smooth planed finish
Available lengths range from 0.9m up to 4.2m, so you can choose short pieces for joins or long runs for continuous sections. This timber is sourced to offer a practical, affordable option without compromising on a quality finish, helping you stay on budget across multiple jobs. Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm delivers a ready-to-work, smooth surface that you can tailor with your chosen finish. Key specs:
  • Finished size: 12x44mm
  • Nominal size: 16x50mm
  • Material: Planed softwood
  • Lengths available: 0.9m–4.2m
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Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (finished size 12x44mm) offers a smooth, workable timber option for interior projects, designed for tradespeople and DIY builders who want a reliable surface to cut, shape and finish. It accepts stains, oils and lacquers well, making it suitable for visible joinery and feature pieces. Planed timber is typically available as Planed Square Edge (PSE) or Planed All Round (PAR). PSE has smooth planed surfaces on edges and faces, while PAR is planed on all sides for a uniform appearance where all faces are seen. Our timber is finished to a consistent 12x44mm, providing a clean look for interior work; if you intend outdoor use, you’ll need to apply an appropriate treatment to protect against moisture and weather. Why this size matters: 16x50mm timber strikes a balance between ease of working and structural solidity, making it ideal for shelving supports, window components, trim and other decorative or structural internal pieces. The finish is designed to provide a smooth, uniform surface that accepts finishes evenly, helping you achieve a consistent look across projects. For external applications, select a suitable preservative and sealant to extend durability. Key uses and scenarios:
  • Shelving and brackets in living spaces or garages
  • Internal trim, battening and framing where a clean edge is preferred
  • Feature pieces or small structural members that benefit from a smooth planed finish
Available lengths range from 0.9m up to 4.2m, so you can choose short pieces for joins or long runs for continuous sections. This timber is sourced to offer a practical, affordable option without compromising on a quality finish, helping you stay on budget across multiple jobs. Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm delivers a ready-to-work, smooth surface that you can tailor with your chosen finish. Key specs:
  • Finished size: 12x44mm
  • Nominal size: 16x50mm
  • Material: Planed softwood
  • Lengths available: 0.9m–4.2m
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Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (0.5 x 2 inch) finished size 12x44mm

£6.00
Planed softwood PSE timber with smooth finish and square edges. Finished size 12x44mm. Length variants 0.9m–3.6m.

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Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (finished size 12x44mm) offers a smooth, workable timber option for interior projects, designed for tradespeople and DIY builders who want a reliable surface to cut, shape and finish. It accepts stains, oils and lacquers well, making it suitable for visible joinery and feature pieces. Planed timber is typically available as Planed Square Edge (PSE) or Planed All Round (PAR). PSE has smooth planed surfaces on edges and faces, while PAR is planed on all sides for a uniform appearance where all faces are seen. Our timber is finished to a consistent 12x44mm, providing a clean look for interior work; if you intend outdoor use, you’ll need to apply an appropriate treatment to protect against moisture and weather. Why this size matters: 16x50mm timber strikes a balance between ease of working and structural solidity, making it ideal for shelving supports, window components, trim and other decorative or structural internal pieces. The finish is designed to provide a smooth, uniform surface that accepts finishes evenly, helping you achieve a consistent look across projects. For external applications, select a suitable preservative and sealant to extend durability. Key uses and scenarios:
  • Shelving and brackets in living spaces or garages
  • Internal trim, battening and framing where a clean edge is preferred
  • Feature pieces or small structural members that benefit from a smooth planed finish
Available lengths range from 0.9m up to 4.2m, so you can choose short pieces for joins or long runs for continuous sections. This timber is sourced to offer a practical, affordable option without compromising on a quality finish, helping you stay on budget across multiple jobs. Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm delivers a ready-to-work, smooth surface that you can tailor with your chosen finish. Key specs:
  • Finished size: 12x44mm
  • Nominal size: 16x50mm
  • Material: Planed softwood
  • Lengths available: 0.9m–4.2m

Description

Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (finished size 12x44mm) offers a smooth, workable timber option for interior projects, designed for tradespeople and DIY builders who want a reliable surface to cut, shape and finish. It accepts stains, oils and lacquers well, making it suitable for visible joinery and feature pieces. Planed timber is typically available as Planed Square Edge (PSE) or Planed All Round (PAR). PSE has smooth planed surfaces on edges and faces, while PAR is planed on all sides for a uniform appearance where all faces are seen. Our timber is finished to a consistent 12x44mm, providing a clean look for interior work; if you intend outdoor use, you’ll need to apply an appropriate treatment to protect against moisture and weather. Why this size matters: 16x50mm timber strikes a balance between ease of working and structural solidity, making it ideal for shelving supports, window components, trim and other decorative or structural internal pieces. The finish is designed to provide a smooth, uniform surface that accepts finishes evenly, helping you achieve a consistent look across projects. For external applications, select a suitable preservative and sealant to extend durability. Key uses and scenarios:
  • Shelving and brackets in living spaces or garages
  • Internal trim, battening and framing where a clean edge is preferred
  • Feature pieces or small structural members that benefit from a smooth planed finish
Available lengths range from 0.9m up to 4.2m, so you can choose short pieces for joins or long runs for continuous sections. This timber is sourced to offer a practical, affordable option without compromising on a quality finish, helping you stay on budget across multiple jobs. Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm delivers a ready-to-work, smooth surface that you can tailor with your chosen finish. Key specs:
  • Finished size: 12x44mm
  • Nominal size: 16x50mm
  • Material: Planed softwood
  • Lengths available: 0.9m–4.2m

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Clean Finish for Visible Work


This planed timber is machined on all faces to produce a smooth surface and square edges. It reduces splinters and gives a tidy finish where the timber is on show. It suits trims, shelving, boxing-in, and other joinery where straight lines and clean corners matter.
The PSE profile helps you achieve consistent joints and tight fits. It also makes sanding and finishing quicker, because the surface arrives already smooth.

Length Variants That Match Your Cut List


This product is offered in length variants from 0.9m to 3.6m, so you can choose what suits your job and reduce waste. Shorter lengths work well for bracing, noggins, and trims. Longer lengths suit continuous runs such as shelving rails, framing, and straight battens. Choosing the right length helps keep joins to a minimum and speeds up installation.

Nominal vs Finished Size Explained


The listed 16x50mm size is the nominal section before machining. Once the timber is planed, the finished size supplied is 12x44mm. This difference matters when spacing studs, planning reveals, or matching to existing timber. Use the finished size for accurate setting-out and final fit.

Easy to Cut, Fix, and Finish


Softwood PSE timber is easy to cut and drill with standard tools. It takes screws and nails cleanly, making it practical for both first-fix and second-fix tasks. The smooth face is ready for paint, stain, oil, or lacquer depending on the look you need. For exterior use, apply a suitable treatment to protect against moisture.

Practical Coverage and Handling


Coverage is simple because this is a linear product: each variant covers its stated length. The lightweight nature supports quicker fitting overhead or in tight spaces. If you are ordering multiple lengths, using a consistent profile improves alignment and finish across the project.

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Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (0.5 x 2 inch) finished size 12x44mm - Armstrong Cheshire
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Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (0.5 x 2 inch) finished size 12x44mm

From £6.00
Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm (finished size 12x44mm) offers a smooth, workable timber option for interior projects, designed for tradespeople and DIY builders who want a reliable surface to cut, shape and finish. It accepts stains, oils and lacquers well, making it suitable for visible joinery and feature pieces. Planed timber is typically available as Planed Square Edge (PSE) or Planed All Round (PAR). PSE has smooth planed surfaces on edges and faces, while PAR is planed on all sides for a uniform appearance where all faces are seen. Our timber is finished to a consistent 12x44mm, providing a clean look for interior work; if you intend outdoor use, you’ll need to apply an appropriate treatment to protect against moisture and weather. Why this size matters: 16x50mm timber strikes a balance between ease of working and structural solidity, making it ideal for shelving supports, window components, trim and other decorative or structural internal pieces. The finish is designed to provide a smooth, uniform surface that accepts finishes evenly, helping you achieve a consistent look across projects. For external applications, select a suitable preservative and sealant to extend durability. Key uses and scenarios:
  • Shelving and brackets in living spaces or garages
  • Internal trim, battening and framing where a clean edge is preferred
  • Feature pieces or small structural members that benefit from a smooth planed finish
Available lengths range from 0.9m up to 4.2m, so you can choose short pieces for joins or long runs for continuous sections. This timber is sourced to offer a practical, affordable option without compromising on a quality finish, helping you stay on budget across multiple jobs. Planed Softwood Timber 16x50mm delivers a ready-to-work, smooth surface that you can tailor with your chosen finish. Key specs:
  • Finished size: 12x44mm
  • Nominal size: 16x50mm
  • Material: Planed softwood
  • Lengths available: 0.9m–4.2m

Length

  • 0.9m
  • 1.0m
  • 1.2m
  • 1.8m
  • 2.4m
  • 3m
  • 3.6m
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