Merritt & Fryers is an independent building and timber supplier, serving trade and DIY customers from our branches in Skipton and Barnoldswick. Since 1935, we've supplied building materials, timber, plumbing, roofing and decorating products, backed by practical advice from our experienced team.
Alongside our extensive product range, we offer a timber yard and bespoke joinery manufacturing services. Whether you're working on a new build, renovation or a smaller home improvement project, we're here to help you find the right materials for the job.
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Hanson Fast Set Post Fix 20kg is a rapid setting concrete mix designed for securing fence posts, gate posts and signage quickly and efficiently. Formulated to set in approximately 5 minutes, this fast set post mix eliminates the need for mixing, simply add water for easy application. Suitable for use with wooden, metal and concrete posts, it provides strong, durable support in a wide range of outdoor installations. Supplied in a 20kg bag for convenient handling, it is ideal for both professional contractors and DIY projects requiring quick turnaround.
Castle General Purpose Mortar 20kg is a pre-mixed mortar designed for a wide range of building and repair applications. Suitable for bricklaying, blockwork, pointing and patch repairs, this ready-to-use mortar ensures consistent quality and reliable performance on site. Simply add water to achieve a workable mix, making it ideal for both professional tradespeople and DIY use. Manufactured to deliver good adhesion and durability, it provides a strong bond for internal and external projects. Supplied in a convenient 20kg bag for easy handling and storage.
Brown Rock Salt supplied in a 22.5kg polybag, suitable for gritting paths, driveways, car parks and other appropriate outdoor surfaces during icy weather. Helps melt existing ice and reduce the formation of slippery surfaces when applied correctly. A practical winter essential for homes, businesses and commercial premises.
Cuprinol Ultimate Wood Preserver in Spruce Green is designed to protect and colour suitable exterior timber. The 1 litre treatment provides a decorative green finish while helping protect wood against weathering and moisture. Suitable for exterior timber applications specified by Cuprinol.
Knauf RS45 Rock Mineral Wool Insulation Slabs provide high-performance acoustic, thermal and fire insulation for walls, floors, partitions and roofing applications. Manufactured from non-combustible rock mineral wool with a density of 45kg/m³, these insulation slabs offer excellent sound absorption, thermal efficiency and fire protection for residential and commercial construction projects.
Black Shed Roofing Felt supplied in a 10m x 1m roll, providing 10m² of nominal coverage before overlaps and wastage. Suitable for protecting compatible shed roofs, garden buildings and other small pitched roofing structures. Ideal for new roofing projects and replacing worn or damaged shed felt.
Kiln Dried Birch Hardwood Logs supplied in a 40 litre bag for wood-burning stoves, log burners and suitable open fires. Birch is a hardwood that lights readily and produces a bright flame, making it a popular choice for home heating. Conveniently bagged for storage and handling.
C16 Planed Regularised Carcassing Timber with a stated finished section of 95 x 45mm. Strength graded for structural timber applications, it is suitable for timber framing, studwork and general construction where C16 timber is specified. The planed, regularised finish provides consistent dimensions for accurate fitting and installation.