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Leadwork Timber & Wood Cores
Leadwork timber and wood cores are essential for forming traditional lead details correctly, especially where wood roll joints, drips, upstands and shaped substrates are required. The right timber products help support the lead sheet, control movement and achieve cleaner, more durable detailing.
Whether you are building rolled lead sheet bays, preparing timber roll construction or ordering materials for more intricate leadwork, suitable timber sections form a critical part of the finished system. Pair them with the correct fixings and accessories for a better install and stronger long-term performance.
Leadwork timber
Traditional detailing
Treated C16 Timber 3×2 x 4.2m
In stock
£8.28🔨 Pressure treated for enhanced durability
🌲 Strength graded to C16 structural standard
📏 75mm x 47mm section in 4.2m lengths
🏠 Ideal for roofing, framing and stud walls
✅ Suitable for professional and DIY construction
Lead Wood Roll 2.4m — Wood Core Roll for Lead Bays
In stock
£9.40- Lead Wood Roll 2.4m for forming traditional roll joints between lead bays.
- Treated timber core—straight, stable and easy to dress.
- Compact 2.4m length for repairs, short runs and tight access.
- Supports thermal movement while delivering neat, consistent sightlines.
- Ideal for bay roofs, parapets, cornices and dormer details.
King Roll — 75mm Wood Core Roll for Lead Bays (2.4m)
In stock
£20.49 eachKing Roll | Wood core roll
- 75mm overall height, shaped to promote dressing of lead to form undercloaks and overcloaks.
- A larger format wood roll for heavier leadwork applications.
- Often used to facilitate thermal movement on lead rof areas split into bays.
- Also used for hips and ridge details, and to form mechanical joints in gutters.
- Advised for use with lead sheet of code 5 or thicker.
- See images for real examples.
18mm Plywood Metsa Spruce Ply 2440 mm x 1220 mm
In stock
£53.47 eacheach- 18mm structural plywood sheet manufactured from spruce veneers
- Ideal for roof decking, leadwork substrates and general construction
- Provides a stable, consistent base for lead, membranes and insulation
- Good screw and nail holding performance for secure fixing
- Supplied in 2440 × 1220 mm sheets for trade applications
Wood Products — Timber & Accessories to Support Roofing and Leadwork
Selected for roofing & building work
Compatible with lead & roof details
Nationwide delivery options
Why choose Wood from The Lead Lads Shop
The Wood category at The Lead Lads Shop brings together timber-based products and accessories
that directly support roofing, leadwork and general building projects. Rather than generic DIY timber, this range is curated
with roofers, leadworkers and contractors in mind — for forming substrates, packers, trims and details that sit comfortably
alongside rolled lead sheet and other specialist materials.
Typical applications
- Forming and levelling substrates beneath lead coverings and flashings.
- Creating noggins, packers and trims around roof penetrations and openings.
- Building small upstands, edge details and formers for gutters and bays.
- Supporting soffits, fascias and small timber carcassing tasks on roofing projects.
- General site use where a dependable stock of wood products saves time and call-outs.
Working alongside rolled lead sheet
Correctly detailed roofing and leadwork often depends on well-thought-through substrates and formers. Using suitable
wood products helps you:
- Maintain consistent falls into gutters and outlets.
- Create firm, smooth backing for lead and other coverings.
- Form crisp, repeatable edges, upstands and terminations.
- Provide reliable fixing points without compromising movement zones.
For principle-led guidance on how timber and leadwork interact in good practice, refer to the standards overview at
The Lead Lads — BS 6915 overview
, and see live project examples via
Neal Roofing — Leadwork
.
Complementary products (build a complete order)
- Rolled Lead Sheet — pair timber formers with the correct lead code.
- Leadwork Fixings — copper and stainless nails for secure, durable fixing.
- Lead Accessories — sealants, patination oil and underlays.
- Hand Tools — dressers, chase tools and snips for a cleaner finish.
FAQs — Wood Products
Are these wood products suitable as substrates beneath lead?
Many of the items in this category are chosen with roofing and leadwork in mind. Always provide a smooth, continuous backing, appropriate slip/underlay, and follow current good practice for bay sizing and fixings when working beneath lead.
Can I combine wood products with other items in one delivery?
Yes. You can add timber, rolled lead, fixings and accessories to the same basket and check out in a single order. Larger or heavier orders may be palletised for safe delivery.
Do you supply to both trade and homeowners?
We supply trade and public. Roofing contractors, builders and maintenance teams can order alongside homeowners tackling smaller projects, using the same straightforward online checkout.
Quick reference — Wood category
| Category | Wood / Timber-based products |
|---|---|
| Typical uses | Substrates, formers, trims, packers and general roofing/site use |
| Key benefit | Readily available wood products aligned with roofing and leadwork needs |
| Ordering | Trade-friendly packs, online checkout and UK-wide delivery options |
| Related categories | Rolled Lead · Fixings · Accessories |
Always follow your project specification and applicable standards when selecting substrates and timber components. Protect adjacent finishes during cutting and fixing, and coordinate with other trades to maintain clear drainage paths and safe access.
