Suffolk has been hit by a heatwave for much of the past month – so this article looks at the heat-friendly products which Lumberjacks, a timber merchant and gardening supplies specialist based in Ipswich, currently have in stock.
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The current heatwave creates a lot of problems for the home DIYer, at least when it comes to the garden. Late last month, temperatures in parts of Suffolk exceeded 37oC (99oF) – a record high for June – and it’s continuing into July.
Ipswich timber suppliers Lumberjacks stock a lot of products which make life a lot easier during a hot spell. Here we outline five of the most practical we currently have in stock.
Garden Buildings in Ipswich from Lumberjacks
At Lumberjacks, we can supply a wide variety of garden items – including fencing, paving, decking, outdoor lighting and garden buildings – from our Ipswich base.
1. Composite Decking
While traditional softwood decking can be affected by the hot sun, Lumberjacks is a major stockist of Duradek composite decking, which holds up vastly better to harmful UV radiation without splitting or requiring oiling.
2. Garden Buildings and Structures
When the midday sun becomes too intense to sit out in the open, creating shade should be a top priority. Our pergolas will provide some shelter from the sun’s rays – and are also ideal for growing climbing plants to create natural canopy shade. They also create an added focal point of interest to your garden.
If you are after a bigger and sturdier warm weather solution, you could opt for one of our extensive range of summerhouses and garden buildings: These offer an outdoor escape from the sun, and provide an opportunity to relax, do a spot of reading or pursue your favourite hobby.
3. DuraPost Fencing Systems
Lumberjacks is an Elite Gold Stockist for DuraPost — galvanised and powder-coated steel fence posts. In extreme heatwaves, traditional wooden fence posts can twist or split as the ground moisture evaporates and the soil shrinks.
DuraPost systems completely bypass this issue — they don't warp in the heat, are lightweight enough to install when working in hot weather, and they can withstand summer ground movement perfectly. Our galvanised posts have a 15-year guarantee and our powder coated coloured posts a 25-year guarantee.
4. Artificial Grass
Keeping a real Suffolk lawn green during a 37-degree dry spell requires an immense amount of water, which usually triggers local hosepipe bans. For homeowners tired of looking at a scorched, brown lawn, Lumberjacks stock artificial grass and accessories to maintain a vibrant green lawn, above, without needing a drop of water.
5. Premium Porcelain Paving
Traditional dark concrete slabs or tarmac can absorb heat until they are too hot to walk on comfortably, whether you are talking about your own feet or a pet's paws. We stock R11 slip-resistant porcelain paving.
The porcelain paving (pictured above) naturally reflects more heat than dense concrete and dark stone, meaning it stays significantly cooler underfoot during an intense heatwave, all while resisting UV fading.
Contacting Lumberjacks
If you are picking up heavy aggregates, sleepers, or timber from our Bramford Road yard during a heatwave, note our early operating hours. We are open from 7.30 am from Monday to Friday, allowing you to avoid the peak afternoon heat entirely.
We can also deliver your order. Our standard delivery time is between two and 10 working days, although this can be extended due to seasonal demand and stock levels. For more information, check our deliveries page.
Remember, we also have a special offers section, so there may be a bargain in there which may be ideal for putting the finishing touches to your garden. And this month we are also offering 5% off our closeboard panels – for more details click here.
If you have any questions about our products, call us on 01473 461394 or complete our online contact form.
