Reclaimed Scaffold Boards - Standard - 225mm width - 38mm Thick

Transform Your Space with Authentic Reclaimed Scaffold Boards
Discover the timeless beauty of reclaimed scaffold boards – the UK's favourite choice for rustic shelving, industrial furniture, and character-filled interiors. Sourced directly from our scaffold yard, every board carries authentic history and weathered charm that new timber simply can't replicate.
Reclaimed Scaffold Boards - Standard 225mm Width: Rustic Timber with Real Character.
When you choose reclaimed scaffold boards from The Scaff Shop, you're choosing sustainable, authentic timber with a story to tell. Our standard reclaimed boards measure 225mm wide by 38mm thick – the classic scaffold board dimensions that have been trusted on UK construction sites for decades.
Why Choose Reclaimed Over New?
Reclaimed scaffold boards offer something new timber never can: genuine character. Each board features natural weathering, unique grain patterns, knots, and the marks of its previous life supporting builders across the UK. This rustic, industrial aesthetic is what makes reclaimed boards the go-to choice for:
  • Floating shelves with authentic character
  • Rustic dining tables and desks
  • Feature wall cladding and panelling
  • Garden furniture and outdoor projects
  • Industrial-style furniture and statement pieces
  • Shelving units for kitchens, living rooms, and workshops
Three category's to Suit Every Project:
1. Unsanded Reclaimed Boards (from £2.75)
Raw, authentic, and budget-friendly. Perfect for larger projects, landscaping, garden furniture, or when you want full control over the final finish. These boards retain their original weathered surface and rustic texture.
2. Sanded Reclaimed Boards (from £7.00) ⭐ Most Popular
Smooth and furniture-ready while preserving the natural character and grain. Available in multiple finish options:
  • Hand Sanded – Smooth surface with character intact
  • Natural Finish – Light, clean look with Danish Oil protection
  • Antique Finish – Warm, aged tones for classic rustic appeal
  • Jacobean Oak – Deep, rich dark finish for premium elegance
3. Special Hand-Finished Boards (from £11.00)
Elevated finishes for show-stopping projects:
  • Flamed (Shou Sugi Ban) – Lightly charred for dramatic texture
  • Charred – Bold, blackened finish with striking character
  • Custom Colours – Specialist dyes for unique, bespoke looks
Dimensions & Specifications:
  • Width: 225mm (standard scaffold board size)
  • Thickness: 38mm
  • Lengths Available: 30cm (1ft) to 390cm (13ft)
  • Weight: Approx. 1.2kg per foot
  • Material: Pine or European Whitewood
  • Moisture Content: Air-dried for stability
  • Compliance: Manufactured to BS2482 standards
Sustainable & Eco-Friendly:
Every reclaimed board is sourced from our own scaffold yard or trusted UK suppliers, making them a zero-waste, sustainable choice. By choosing reclaimed, you're giving timber a second life and reducing demand for newly felled wood – all while getting superior character and charm.
Custom Cutting Services:
We offer free length cuts to your exact specifications – just order the next size up and let us know your required length at checkout. Need a custom width? We can rip boards to size for £1 per foot. For example, cutting a 10ft board from 225mm to 180mm width costs just £10.
Not Sure Which Finish to Choose?
Order a sample pack from just £0.99 to see and feel the different finishes before committing to your full order.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Browse our full range of reclaimed standard scaffold boards below, choose your finish, select your length, and let us handle the rest. With lots of five-star reviews on our unsanded boards alone, you can trust The Scaff Shop for quality, character, and exceptional service.
Delivery: 2-7 working days depending on order size
Questions? Email us at hello@thescaffshop.com

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Reclaimed Scaffold Boards - Standard - 225mm width - 38mm Thick FAQ's

Typically the dimensions of a scaffolding board is 225mm in width and up to 390cm in length with a depth of 38mm. However, with a reclaimed board this can vary as it will have had some wear and tear with its previous life, ranging from around 33mm-38mm in depth.

Can I get my scaffold board cut to a certain size?
YES!
We can cut down your scaffolding board to any size within the dimensions. Meaning we can cut the length and width but not the depth. We have on our website something called the rip button. This option is for us to alter the width of the board and we charge £1.00 per foot, simply add up the length of the board and that will be the cost for cutting the width down. The standard scaffolding board is 225mm wide but you would like the board cut to 200mm wide, this would be the option you need.
If you need to custom size the length, then simply order the next size up from the cut you need and before you checkout, there is a section where you can
(LEAVE A NOTE TO SELLER) i.e. If you need a board at 100cm, you will order the 120cm board and the cut is included in this price. Simply leave these notes for us and we will cut the board as you have stated. Failing all of that simply email us on hello@thescaffshop.com and we will make sure you receive the product needed.

Well!

There are many ways to treat / finish your reclaimed scaffolding board. The first thing that you should do, is make sure that you are happy with the sanding. Ideally you should start with a 40-60 grit sanding pad to really get into the board and open the grain up, this will take off a lot of the roughness and start to bring the board back to life! Once you are happy with the look then you can use a finer grit to start closing up the timber and smoothing this out, anything from 120-320 depending on how smooth you want this to be. Then its the best bit. Applying the finish. There are many products to use i,e. Wax / Oils / stains, but we prefer to use Danish oil. This is such a great product to use as it has UV protection for outdoor use, it is food safe and it really makes the product stand out as soon as it hits the wood, the oil really soaks into the timber and then seals for a really durable finish. If you wanted you can sand in-between coats to really seal the board. It's easy to apply simply grab a brush and paint this on to then rag it off.

Scaffolding boards are perfect for making Tables / Shelving / Desks / Cladding / Planters and whatever you can think of to be honest.
Used Scaffolding boards make for a certain look when it comes to making furniture. I personally love making furniture with this product, you are certainly getting a lot of wood for your money! And the finish that it gives looks great.
Now I know for many makers you are probably used to neat and square timber, if this is what you are after then probably best to leave now.
Scaffolding boards are a rough sawn timber designed for construction, quite a low grade in strength but absolutely ideal to knock up a table and some shelves. Once this has been given a little love and some sanding it honestly looks amazing and can be created into any home furnishing required. It is left with so much character and suits any environment.
If you are wanting to try and build your furniture for the first time then this is the product for you!

Drying the scaffold boards is a fairly easy process, it just takes a little time, so getting organised is key.
The best practice is to get your boards air dried, many people feel that kiln drying is best, but we have found that this method forces the timber to dry much too quickly and many people over cook the product which just leaves a hideous board to use, almost crispy. This is a softwood timber with low strength compared to similar timbers and very long in length but not so wide, which if dried too quickly will twist!
We have found that air drying leaves us a better product to work with. Simply stack the boards on some bearers so that they are off the ground and slat with timber spacings in between each layer so that the air flow can pass through and escape easily, make sure that the spacers you are using are the same thickness and stacked evenly so that the boards are stacked flat. Also not forgetting to mention the obvious, (undercover) so that they stay dry is kind of important.