Timber Racking

Timber Racking from Stakapal

Stakapal has manufactured and supplied racking for timber products for nearly 60 years and therefore has the necessary expertise in designing optimum racking storage solutions for the trade.

Our solutions are a great choice for a yard or warehouse area and for maximising warehouse efficiency.

Stakapal racking is typically manufactured for timber merchants to store products such as carcassing timber, softwoods and hardwoods. Our in-house design teams can create a bespoke racking system specifically for your business needs.

Site Heath & Safety

Racking systems can be used to increase ‘picks per hour’ making staff more productive.
Minimises the risk to staff and customers from moving mechanical handling equipment or bulk stacking.
An organised storage warehouse or yard makes the workplace safer in general.

Galvanised External Yard Cantilever Racking

Racking for Timber FAQs

What is the best racking for timber?

Timber is typically stored using Cantilever Racking, A-Frame | Vertical Racking, or Pigeon Hole Racking.

These systems are ideal for efficiently organising timber in both warehouse and yard environments. Ultimately, the style of racking selected all depends on the type of timber being stored.

Can timber be stored on racking outside?

Yes, our racking systems can be galvanised for weather protection and cold stores. A canopy roof can be added for additional coverage, ensuring the safety of your products from environmental impacts. View our Racking Extras here.

How does storing timber on a racking system improve site safety?

Racking reduces risks by organising timber products safely, minimising the danger from bulk stacking and making workplace transport safer.

Stakapal are proud members of the award winning Builders Merchants Federation trade association.

Benefits of Storing your Timber on Racking

Properly designed cantilever racking reduces the chances of damage to stock from repetitive handling from mechanical handling equipment when bulk stacking is used.
Selectivity is much quicker increasing the number of picks per hour making staff more productive.
Racking systems make stock control easier to carry out which reduces overstocking.
Stock rotation is improved with older stock sold before becoming obsolete or damaged.

Single Sided Galvanised Cantilever Racking

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Why use Racking for Timber storage?

Timber racking solutions typically comprise Cantilever Racking, A -Frame/Vertical Racking or Pigeon Hole Racking, which are ideal for the storage and display of products in any yard or warehouse environment.
Timber products such as carcassing timber. Softwoods and Hardwoods can be selected quickly and easily, improving service.
When storing products externally, we recommend additional weather protection, such as galvanising with the option of a canopy roof.

External Cantilever Racking with Canopy Roof

Galvanised External Yard Cantilever Racking

Single Sided Galvanised Cantilever Racking

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   Kian Lawton 
 8 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ste & Daz were very friendly & got everything done that we required 👍🏽

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Hi Kian, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are really glad to hear you had a positive experience. It means a lot to us!
  
 
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   Natasha D 
 3 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very good, very helpful, friendly clean tidy workers. Thankyou

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Hi Natasha, We truly appreciate your positive feedback. It is always great to hear that our efforts are making a difference. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.
  
 
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   Campbell Bowie 
 17 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good bunch of lads to work with. 4th time on site, Fast, tidy and professional . Would recommend to anyone

Owner's reply
Hi Campbell, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are really glad to hear you had a positive experience. It means a lot to us!
  
 
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   Tony Dawes 
 14 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. many thanks for all the hard work fitting our new racking. Ste, Daz & Owen were very helpful and housekeeping was excellent, thank you. the whole process from start to finish was seamless. we would definitely recommend your business.

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Hi Tony, Thanks so much for your great feedback! We’re glad you had a good experience and would love to hear from you again soon. We look forward to serving you again!
  
 
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   Dylan Fowler 
 28 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly guys, explained everything to us clearly and installed very fast. Owen, Morgan and Ste were excellent and very happy with the service provided

Owner's reply
Hi Dylan, We truly appreciate your positive feedback. It's always great to hear that our efforts are making a difference. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.
  
 
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   Barry Copeland 
 23 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had some racking repairs done , team were quick , efficient and professional

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Hi Barry, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are really glad to hear you had a positive experience. It means a lot to us!
  
 
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   west ham 
 1 December 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team we had here at James Latham Hemel Hempstead were great.
Lead by Sam they worked fast and were very polite and very efficient

Owner's reply
Hi, Thanks so much for your great feedback! We’re glad you had a good experience and would love to hear from you again soon. We look forward to serving you again!
  
 
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   Craig Lockwood 
 27 November 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Install team were fantastic from start to finish.
Worked hard throughout and were very accommodating even when faced with planning failures and an ever changing racking set up.

Owner's reply
Hi Craig, We truly appreciate your positive feedback. It's always great to hear that our team is making a difference. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.
  
 
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   Darren Dennis 
 23 November 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Extremely professional company supply and fit high quality pallet racking. Fitting team were excellent ensuring positioning was exactly has required. Arrived on time and completed the work to an exceptional standard.

Owner's reply
Hi Darren, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are really glad to hear you had a positive experience. It means a lot to us!
  
 
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   Sally Nick 
 19 November 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great Service from Sam, Owen and Richard!

Would highly recommend

Owner's reply
Hi Nick, thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are really glad to hear you had a positive experience. It means a lot to us!

Stakapal are full members of SEMA (Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association), with our installation and inspection teams fully SARI (SEMA Approved Rack Inspector), and SEIRS (Storage Equipment Installers Registration Scheme) registered.