Timber Prices in Kenya Cypress, Pine and Bluegum

Which timber should I use?

• Cypress – straight, light and easy to work; a popular choice for rafters, purlins and trusses.
• Pine – an affordable softwood for trusses, purlins and general framing.
• Bluegum – a dense, strong hardwood for posts and parts of the structure that carry heavy loads.

Common timber sizes for roofing

• 4x2 – rafters and truss members
• 3x2 – purlins and ceiling joists
• 2x2 – battens and light framing
• 6x2 – wall plates and heavier spans
• 8x1 / 6x1 – fascia boards

Your fundi or engineer sets the final sizes. Send us the timber list from your plan and we will quote the full order with your mabati.

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