Timber Decking for Pallet Racking
Need a reliable way to store non-palletised goods on your racking? Billington Safety Systems supplies high-quality timber decking panels designed to fit directly onto pallet racking beams, giving you a solid, safe, and flexible storage solution. Get in touch today for a quote.
What Is Timber Racking Decking?
Timber decking panels sit across the beams of your existing pallet racking system, creating a flat, load-bearing surface. This turns standard open racking into a versatile timber storage system that can hold boxes, components, loose items, and other non-palletised goods.
Unlike bare beams, a boarded deck distributes weight evenly across the full panel, reducing pressure points and protecting both your racking and your stock. It is one of the simplest and most cost-effective upgrades you can make to a warehouse or storage facility.
At Billington Safety Systems, our timber decking is made to order, so it fits your racking precisely, regardless of beam width or span.
Why Timber Decking Makes Sense for Your Warehouse
Many businesses struggle with the same problem: standard pallet racking works well for pallets, but falls short when you need to store loose or irregular items. Without a solid deck, goods can fall through beam gaps, creating safety risks and stock damage.
Timber racking decking solves this directly. It provides a continuous, stable surface across the full bay width, so you can store a wider range of goods without needing separate shelving units. It also helps you make better use of vertical space, reducing clutter on the warehouse floor.
Poorly stored stock is also a health and safety risk. A proper timber racking system means items are stored securely at every level, reducing the chance of accidents from falling goods or unsafe stacking.
Our Timber Decking Options
Open Boarded Decking
Open boarded panels use spaced timber boards with small gaps between them. This allows air circulation, which is particularly useful when storing goods that need ventilation. It also reduces the overall weight of the panel while still providing a firm, even surface.
Close Boarded Decking
Close boarded panels use boards fixed tightly together with no gaps. This is the right choice when storing smaller items that could fall through open gaps, or when you need maximum surface coverage across the full panel area.
Both options are available in rough sawn or planed finishes, and both can be supplied in a wide range of sizes to match your racking configuration.
Timber Decking Sizes and Specifications
Our panels are custom manufactured to suit your racking, so there is no standard size that may not quite fit. Below are the typical specifications we work to:
| Specification | Detail |
| Panel Load Capacity | Up to 1,000kg uniformly distributed load (UDL) per panel |
| Board Thickness | From 19mm to 50mm (thicker or thinner available on request) |
| Board Widths | 75mm to 150mm depending on UDL requirements |
| Batten Sizes | 75mm x 19mm or 75mm x 22mm |
| Deck Type | Open boarded or close boarded |
| Finish | Rough sawn or planed |
| Timber Source | Home grown, kiln-dried Scandinavian or Russian timber |
| Special Treatment | Tanalith treatment available for damp or outdoor environments |
If your requirements fall outside these ranges, we can accommodate custom dimensions. Our team will help you identify the right board thickness and configuration based on the loads you need to carry.
Tanalith Treated Decking for Outdoor and Damp Environments
If your racking is located in a yard, a loading bay, or any area exposed to moisture, standard timber panels may not hold up over time. Tanalith treatment is a preservative process that protects the timber against rot, fungal decay, and insect damage, significantly extending the working life of each panel.
We supply Tanalith-treated timber decking in any size, making it a practical option for outdoor storage yards or covered areas where humidity is a concern.
Easy to Install, No Fixings Required
One of the biggest practical advantages of our timber racking system is how simple it is to install. The battens on each panel are inset to sit directly onto the racking beams, so the decks drop into place without the need for screws, bolts, or any specialist tools.
This means you can install the panels yourself with minimal disruption, or take advantage of our full fitting service if you would prefer our team to handle it. We offer professional installation on all products we supply.
Why Choose Billington Safety Systems for Timber Decking?
Billington Safety Systems has been supplying storage and safety solutions to warehouses and industrial facilities across the UK for many years. We supply our own manufactured range of decking products and take pride in getting the specification right first time.
- Panels made to your exact racking dimensions, not generic off-the-shelf sizes
- Wide choice of thickness, board width, and finish to match your load requirements
- Tanalith treatment available for outdoor or damp environments
- Up to 1,000kg UDL per panel as standard
- Full fitting service available across the UK
We also supply mesh decking as an alternative where open wire construction is preferred over timber.
How to Order Timber Decking
Getting the right decking for your racking is straightforward:
- Tell us your racking details – beam span, beam depth, and the load you need to carry per panel
- We confirm the specification – board thickness, width, finish, and whether open or close boarded is the better option
- We manufacture to your exact size – no cutting required on site
- We deliver and fit – or we deliver for self-installation, your choice
The process is simple and we are happy to advise if you are unsure about any of the specifications.
Get a Quote for Timber Racking Decking
If you need timber decking for pallet racking, we can help you specify the right panels and get them manufactured to size. Whether you need a small number of replacement panels or a full fit-out across a large warehouse, we will make sure the specification is right.
Contact us today for a quote or to discuss your requirements with our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Timber decking panels sit across the horizontal beams of pallet racking to create a solid shelf surface. They allow you to store non-palletised goods safely at any level within your racking system.
We manufacture panels to match your racking exactly. Board thickness typically ranges from 19mm to 50mm, with board widths from 75mm to 150mm. Custom sizes are available on request.
Our standard panels carry up to 1,000kg as a uniformly distributed load (UDL) per panel. The correct board thickness for your load will be confirmed at the specification stage.
Open boarded panels have small gaps between boards to allow ventilation and reduce panel weight. Close boarded panels have no gaps, making them better suited for smaller items or where a solid surface is required.
No. The battens are inset so the panels sit directly onto the beams without any fixings. They are easy to install and easy to remove if you need to reconfigure your racking layout.
Yes. We offer Tanalith-treated decking for use in outdoor yards, covered loading areas, or anywhere with regular moisture exposure. This treatment protects the timber against rot and extends its working life considerably.
Yes. Our timber decking works alongside other racking products. If you also need to secure goods at height, our anti-collapse mesh and mezzanine floor guards are worth considering for a fully compliant setup.
