Wooden Backing Boards, Stone-Like Corian
Backing Boards, Wooden Crosses, Tree Stakes

Wooden Backing Boards

Our carpenters make each backing board to order in the timber required. We can offer discounts to the trade when ordered in quantites of six or more. The thickness of the backing board depends on size. Thicker timber is used for the larger backing boards to stop cupping or bowing of the wood. Our backing boards can be used indoors or outdoors.

A Backing Boards need to be 20 - 25mm larger in height and width than the plaque.
Oak is by far the most popular choice, thanks to its natural beauty and classic grain. We also offer Sapele, a rich reddish timber similar to mahogany, and Iroko, which resembles teak. Iroko is naturally full of oil, making it especially durable and low-maintenance. These boards are treated with Devon Oil for a quality finish. Please note, plaques fixed to Iroko should always be screwed on rather than attached with double-sided tape.

For a modern alternative, we can create black backing boards by applying a black wood preservative to oak, or by painting a hardwood board. Painted boards are available in black, white, light grey, or light green as standard. Other colours can be chosen from our stock range for just £5 extra.

All backing boards are normally pre-drilled with fixing holes, neatly hidden by the plaque. The plaques themselves can either be drilled for secure fixing, or supplied with strong double-sided tape. If tape is chosen, the plaque will be supplied separately (unless you request it to be pre-attached).

Our standard finishes are tough satin varnish for Oak or Sapele and Devon Oil for Iroko. This leaves the wood looking natural while adding protection. Painted finishes are also available in the colours listed above, with additional options available on request.

Backing Board - 45 degree Beveled Edge

Backing Board - Standard Edge

Stone-Like Corian Backing Boards

Corian is another excellent option for backing boards. It has the look and feel of stone while being completely weatherproof and requiring no treatment.

When you choose a Corian backing board, we normally supply your plaque with exterior-grade double-sided tape so it can be fixed once the board is in place. The backing board itself will be drilled with holes for secure wall fixing.

If you would like to attach the board to a tree stake, we can embed stainless steel inserts into the Corian and provide fixing bolts. These are known as squirrel fixings and are available at £7.25 each. Alternatively, a Corian backing board can be fixed with double-sided tape to a wrought iron stake with a metal faceplate.