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Avon Timber Merchants is now closed for the festive holidays until our return on Friday, 2nd January 2026, reopening at 8:00 AM.

 

All orders placed on our website will be processed and delivered as soon as possible after our return in January 2026.

The quoting system remains available to use, however, it will not be monitored during the closure. Requests will be reviewed and processed promptly upon our return.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,
The Website Administration Team

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Please note that we will be closed on Friday 29th May 2026.
We will be open as normal on Saturday 30th May 2026.

Warm regards,
The Website Administration Team

Pencil Round

Pencil Round Skirting

Our made to measure pencil round skirting boards, also known as bullnose or round one edge, come in a variety of materials, sizes and thicknesses, making it an ideal choice for many homes.

Pencil round boasts a simple sleek design perfect for modern and traditional homes alike.

Available in solid American white oak, American black walnut, sapele, pine and more. All our solid timber skirtings are supplied with a smooth machined finish ready to apply the finishing product of your choice. We also stock pre-primed MDF.

Whether you order online or in-store, Avon Timber provides the best-looking, strongest, and most competitively priced skirting boards in the UK with super fast delivery.

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Pencil Round Skirting Board FAQs
How are skirting boards attached?

Skirting boards can be fixed to walls in a few different ways, depending on the wall type and the finish you want.

Common methods:

  • Screws and wall plugs: Ideal for solid masonry walls. Pre-drill, plug, and screw the board in place. Screw heads can be filled for a smooth finish.
  • Nails: Best for stud walls. Locate the studs and nail through the skirting into the timber behind the plasterboard.
  • Adhesive: Suitable for most walls, especially when aiming for a clean look with no visible fixings. Apply construction adhesive and press firmly into place.

Tip: It's common to use adhesive for strength, and a couple of nails just to hold the board while the adhesive sets.

Are skirting boards necessary?

Skirting boards aren’t required, but they’re very common because they offer both practical and decorative benefits.

Practical benefits:

  • Protects walls: Reduces scuffs and marks from vacuums, furniture and everyday use.
  • Hides gaps: Covers the natural expansion gap between the wall and floor for a clean finish.
  • Maintains structure: Floors expand and contract over time; skirting keeps this space hidden without affecting performance.


Aesthetic benefits:

  • Gives a room a neat, finished look.
  • Helps visually blend the floor and wall for a balanced appearance.
Do wooden skirting boards warp?

Similar to any natural wooden product, wooden skirting has the potential to become warped if it is left unfitted, which is why we will always recommend immediate installation upon receipt of your skirting board.

What are the benefits of skirting boards?

Skirting boards protect walls from scuffs, conceal gaps, and enhance a room’s visual appeal.