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  • Redesigned website for James Latham

    » 14 Jun 2018

    James Latham’s new website has been completely redesigned, making it easier for users to navigate and find the content they are...

    As well as containing new and improved features and functionality, it also has a fresh look and feel as is now fully responsive, meaning that it is compatible with all types of devices, from mobile phones to laptops.

  • James Latham announces exclusive deal with Decospan

    » 05 Apr 2018

    James Latham has agreed a deal to become the exclusive UK distributor for Decospan’s added value products which includes the...

    Decospan is a European leader in premium veneer processing and its unique production methods capture and enhance the beauty, colour, markings and structure of solid wood, combining these with the many advantages of a veneered panel.

  • Successful testing set to open doors for James Latham

    » 20 Feb 2018

    James Latham has successfully tested the Moralt FireSmoke 54mm door blank as a single doorset to PAS 24 and BS EN 6375 Pt. 1...

    The testing encompasses enhanced security performance, operating forces, mechanical strength and air permeability to name just a few of the requirements.

  • James Latham to open improved larger depot

    » 04 Jan 2018

    James Latham, the UK’s biggest independent distributor of timber and panel products, is relocating its Wigston depot - where it...

    In what is an £7m investment for James Latham, the move, which is set to be completed in January 2018, will see the new 55,000 ft² facility become one of the most efficient, state-of-the art operations within the Latham Group’s 10-strong nationwide network of depots.

  • James Latham wins title for record 10th time

    » 19 Oct 2017

    James Latham has landed the Timber Trader of the Year title for an unprecedented 10th time at this year’s TTJ Awards after...

    The event, which was held at the Brewery in London, saw host and guest speaker, Steph McGovern - one of the most highly respected business and economics journalists on national television and radio - reveal the result to a packed room of more than 450 guests from across the...

  • James Latham provides materials for plywood exhibition at leading museum

    » 29 Jun 2017

    James Latham is providing plywood for the interior of an exhibition about the eclectic history of the sheet material which...

    Plywood: Material of the Modern World will run between 15 July and 12 November 2017 and will explore the innovative use of plywood in objects ranging from vehicles to furniture, and from architecture to graphic design - offering a new perspective of this versatile material.

  • James Latham to become UK distributor for Abet

    » 04 May 2017

    James Latham, the UK’s biggest independent distributor of panel products and timber, has announced an agreement to become a...

    In a move which significantly strengthens its credentials as a leading laminate supplier in the UK, James Latham will be offering the full Abet range across all nine of its nationwide panel depots.

  • Low maintenance decking from James Latham stands the time

    » 10 Apr 2017

    The weekend’s sunny weather saw thousands pouring into gardens and the outside spaces of restaurants and pubs – and no doubt made many...

    Demand for premium quality ProFi is soaring due to its outstanding performance properties which include minimum maintenance, superior stain resistance, extra high impact strength and a high friction surface. These impressive features mean that ProFi – which is manufactured in...

  • Popularity guaranteed with new James Latham plywood

    » 13 Feb 2017

    As the UK’s biggest independent distributor of panel products and timber, James Latham has announced the latest addition to its...

    Responsibly sourced and ethically verified, this new range of plywood, which is both PEFC and FSC certified, is being supplied by Spanish processing giant Garnica and for distribution will be exclusively available through James Latham in the UK.

  • Increased presence for James Latham at design show

    » 16 Jan 2017

    James Latham is gearing up for the Surface Design Show in February, where it is set to have its biggest presence yet at the...

    As well as an impactful, eye-catching stand at its usual position on the ground level (stand 208) - where it will show a number of new additions to its range for 2017 - for the first time, this year, Lathams will also be utilising its Product Specification Showroom which is...

  • James Latham chairman elected to top role on PEFC International Board

    » 08 Dec 2016

    Chairman of James Latham Plc, Peter Latham, has been elected as the new Chairman of the PEFC International Board, at the PEFC...

    As well as being Chairman of one of Britain’s oldest timber companies, he is a former Chairman of the Forests Forever Committee of the Timber Trade Federation and member of the Council of Commonwealth Forestry Association.

  • New London showroom for James Latham

    » 20 Oct 2016

    The UK’s biggest independent timber and panel products distributor, James Latham, has announced the opening of a new showroom...

    In addition, the business has now put in place its own specialist, dedicated A&D team, which will focus on servicing this sector.

  • Operating profits up at James Latham

    » 28 Jul 2016

    In what has been another strong year of trading for timber importer and distributor James Latham, the business has announced...

    Group revenue was £185.9m, 6.3% up on last year’s £174.9m and operating profit was £13.2m, up £2.6m from £10.6m.

  • James Latham to open London showroom

    » 13 Jun 2016

    The UK’s biggest independent timber and panel products distributor, James Latham, has announced the opening of a new showroom...

    In addition, the business is also in the final stages of putting its own specialist, dedicated A&D team in place which will focus on servicing this sector.

  • Promising results for new Latham door product

    » 31 Mar 2016

    Working in partnership with door blank supplier Moralt and seal supplier Lorient Polyproducts, James Latham has announced...

    The testing was conducted at Lorient’s purpose built, acoustic transmission facility in Newton Abbott which boasts the latest testing technology including an indicative fire test furnace, cycling rigs, air and smoke leakage testing equipment, environmental chambers and an...

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Finway Road
Hemel Hempstead
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HP2 7QU

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Dudley Depot

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Unit 3, Yorks Park
Blowers Green Road
Dudley
West Midlands
DY2 8UL

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01384 234444

Fareham Depot

Address

Unit 6, Matrix Park
Talbot Road
Fareham
Hampshire
PO15 5AP

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01329 854800

Gateshead Depot

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Nest Road
Felling Industrial Estate
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
NE10 0LU

Telephone

0191 469 4211

Hemel Hempstead Depot

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Unit 2, Swallow Park
Finway Road
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP2 7QU

Telephone

01442 849000

Leeds Depot

Address

Topcliffe Close
Capitol Park East
Tingley
Leeds
West Yorkshire
WF3 1DR

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0113 387 0830

Purfleet Depot

Address

Units 22/24, Purfleet Industrial Park
Juliette Way
Aveley
South Ockendon
Essex
RM15 4YD

Telephone

01708 864477

Scotland Depot

Address

Pharos
Brittain Way
Eurocentral
Lanarkshire
ML1 4XJ

Telephone

01698 838777

Thurrock Depot

Address

Unit 4
Dolphin Way
Purfleet
Essex
RM19 1NZ

Telephone

01708 869800

Wigston Depot

Address

Chartwell Drive
Off West Avenue
Wigston
Leicestershire
LE18 2FN

Telephone

0116 288 9161

Yate Depot

Address

Badminton Road Trading Estate
Yate
Bristol
BS37 5JX

Telephone

01454 315421