About Us
Established in 1981, Wood Green Timber is a family-run business built on hard work, trust, and a passion for top-quality service.
From humble beginnings on a small lorry and trailer park in Wood Green, we’ve grown into one of North London’s leading timber merchants — trusted by trade professionals and DIYers alike.
Our founder, John Silvester, started the business with an idea, a limited supply of stock, no forklift and a drive to serve the local community. Just a year later, with the help of his brother-in-law Philip Daniels and a brave investment using their mother’s house as collateral against a bank loan, the business expanded to an adjacent plot and began its journey of steady growth. In those early days, timber was mainly cut to order — a 300ft job of 3x2? They’d stay late and cut it all from 9x3s!!
By the mid-1980s, Andy Ranger had joined the team. A dedicated figure who played a vital role in pushing the business forward for over 30 years. John, Phil and Andy were a force, and Andy remained a cornerstone of Wood Green Timber until his untimely passing in 2019 — just a year before his planned retirement.
Today, the business is proudly run by John’s sons, Charlie and Tom, who have over 30 years’ combined experience in the industry. Since taking over in 2015, they’ve continued to drive the company forward with the same values it was built on — honesty, hard work, and genuinely looking after people.
We now operate from two busy branches with a fleet of lorries, supplying timber and building materials across North London, Hertfordshire and beyond. We’re PEFC and FSC certified, committed to responsible sourcing, and proud to import only the highest quality Scandinavian timber through our UK-based suppliers.
At Wood Green Timber, you’re not just a customer — you’re part of the community. Whether you’re after sheet material cut to size, a few lengths of CLS, or just some expert advice, we’re here to help with the kind of one-to-one customer service you won’t find anywhere else.