Reclaimed Scaffold Boards - Chunky - 225mm width - 63mm Thick


Reclaimed Chunky Scaffold Boards

Build furniture with real character and history. Our reclaimed chunky scaffold boards are sourced straight from our scaffold yard, bringing authentic rustic charm and unmatched durability to your projects. At 63mm thick (compared to standard 38mm boards), these chunky boards deliver a bold, substantial look that's perfect for statement shelving, robust tables, heavy-duty worktops, and striking garden furniture.
Every board tells a story. With natural weathering, unique grain patterns, and the marks of their previous life on UK construction sites, these reclaimed boards offer one-of-a-kind character that new timber simply can't replicate. Dried to 10-15% moisture content and available in lengths up to 390cm (13ft), these boards combine rustic authenticity with structural strength.

Three Finish Options to Match Your Vision:
  • Unsanded (from £7.60) – Raw reclaimed character; sand and finish to your exact preference (currently sold out)
  • Sanded (from £10.95) – Smooth, furniture-ready surface that showcases the natural grain and weathering
  • Special Hand-Finished (from £13.95) – Hand-sanded and finished in popular colours including Jacobean Oak, Natural, Antique, Flamed, and Charred – ready to use immediately
Why Choose Reclaimed Chunky Boards?
✓ Authentic Character – Every board is unique with natural weathering, grain variation, and rustic charm
✓ Maximum Strength – 63mm thickness provides superior load-bearing capacity and rigidity
✓ Sustainable Choice – Reclaimed from our own scaffold yard; zero-waste, eco-friendly timber
✓ Premium Aesthetic – Chunky depth creates a bold, high-end look with genuine history
✓ Versatile Applications – Perfect for chunky shelves, dining tables, desks, worktops, garden furniture, and cladding
✓ Exceptional Value – Significantly cheaper than comparable new timber from DIY stores
✓ Custom Cutting Available – Contact us for bespoke lengths tailored to your project
Dimensions:
  • Width: 225mm
  • Thickness: 55mm - 63mm (varies naturally due to reclaimed nature)
  • Weight: Approx. 1.2kg per foot
  • Maximum Length: 240cm (8ft)
Delivery: 2-7 working days depending on order size.
Whether you're building chunky floating shelves, a rustic dining table, or outdoor furniture with real character, our reclaimed chunky scaffold boards provide the strength, sustainability, and authentic beauty to bring your vision to life.
Need samples? Try before you buy with our Chunky Scaffold Board Samples from just £1.99.

Our Reclaimed Rustic Scaffold Boards (Chunky) are a chunkier than standard board, at a thickness of 63mm rather than 38mm. These are reclaimed straight from our scaffold yard.

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Reclaimed Scaffold Boards - Chunky - 225mm width - 63mm Thick FAQ's

Chunky Scaffolding Board Dimensions, are very different to the standard scaffold board. Reclaimed chunky wood has a maximum length up to 240cm with a width of 225mm and will vary in thickness with ranges of 55mm - 63mm

Yes!
Our chunky scaffolding boards are the thickest option for this product you can get!
The ''Chunky'' board as we have branded, is perfect for furniture making and makes the perfect shelf in my opinion. It is a solid status for any home which looks incredible!

Yes we can join our chunky boards. We actually offer this in our shelf kit options. Joining the chunky wood is very much the same process as joining the standard sized boards, if anything it is slightly easier as you have a much wider edge to work with.

Well, in answer to this question we will have to compare with similar products else where? Chunky scaffold boards are around 60mm thick and 2.4mtr in length and 225mm wide. The usual DIY stores came up in search with this being the closest and cheapest I could find.
PACK OF 5 (Total 5 Units) - 50mm x 225mm (9" x 2") Sawn Redwood Timber - 2.4m Length. Price is £391.72 so £78.34 per item Unsanded. We are £46.99 Unsanded but also this timber has been dried and can be cut to any size that you need also included into the price. We can even rip this size to alter the width for an additional £1 per foot still being so much cheaper and lets not forget that our timber is of the reclaimed variety which is harder to get hold of!

Yes, we can! We offer joined chunky boards in our shelf kit options. Joining chunky boards is actually slightly easier than joining standard boards because the wider edge (225mm) provides more surface area to work with. This is perfect for creating extra-wide shelves, large tabletops, or statement worktops. If you need custom joined boards, contact us at hello@thescaffshop.com with your requirements, and we'll provide a quote. Joined boards create a seamless, substantial look that's ideal for making a bold design statement.