Why Donaldson Timber Systems?
Greener, faster, better.
Why choose to work with Donaldson Timber Systems?
At Donaldson Timber Systems, we’re redefining how homes are built.
By combining the strength of timber with the certainty of offsite manufacture, we’re enabling more sustainable, affordable homes and a smarter way to build.
Our values of family, integrity, excellence, and sustainability guide everything we do. They shape our decisions, our relationships, and the quality of every project we deliver.
As one of the UK’s leading offsite timber frame manufacturers, we deliver high-quality, sustainable housing solutions that are faster to build, lower in carbon, and proven in performance.
Part of the Donaldson Group, a sixth-generation family business with over 160 years of heritage, we combine decades of construction experience with the innovation and precision of modern manufacturing.
We work in partnership with housebuilders, housing associations, contractors, and architects to deliver homes that meet today’s challenges, from housing supply and sustainability to quality and compliance.
Proven expertise
Over 150,000 homes built with trusted certified timber frame solutions.
Quality and compliance
Independently certified by NHBC, BBA, BOPAS+ and STA Gold.
End to end support
Support from design to installation for seamless, predictable project delivery.
Faster delivery
Weather-tight 6 to 10 weeks sooner with offsite construction.
Low carbon and sustainnable
Lowest embodied emission to support net zero goals.
Cost certainty
Predictable programmes reduced prelims and offsite manufacturing for reliable budgets.
Who we are
With offices across the UK with a dedicated design, manufacturing, and installation workforce, we specialise in offsite timber frame manufacturing and construction. Its known as Category 2 Modern Methods of Construction (MMC).
Our open and closed panel timber frame systems are engineered to reduce build time, improve quality, and help our customers to meet evolving building regulations including Future Homes Standard 2025 and net zero targets.
At the core of our success are our people, highly skilled professionals united by a shared purpose: to build better homes for a better future.
What we do
Our role over the last 50 years has been to make it easy to build successful projects in timber frame. Easier, more efficient, more sustainable, faster and better for housebuilders, contractors, and affordable housing providers.
We offer a complete timber frame solution, from design through to manufacture and installation, supported by technical expertise, accredited systems, and end-to-end customer support.
We understand house building
With more than 150,000 homes delivered, alongside 300+ hotels, schools, and commercial buildings, we are the trusted partner for many. Our experience means we know how to reduce build costs, cut carbon, and deliver consistent quality at scale. Working in close partnership with our customers has enabled us to provide expertise, guidance, and accredited timber systems that ensure every project meets its goals.
We know that housebuilding today is about more than just building homes. It’s about delivering quality, sustainable, and affordable homes at speed, while meeting the challenges of evolving regulations, skills shortages, and environmental commitments. With over 50 years of experience in the industry, we understand the pressures that housebuilders face and we provide timber frame solutions that make the process easier, more reliable, and more sustainable.
The value we deliver to you
Our reputation is built on delivering exceptional results for every project, backed by industry-leading accreditations and certifications.
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Expert guidance
Support at all stage of your project
Certified product range
Open and closed panel timber systems
Local teams
Full installation services by qualified professionals
Design, engineering & technical expertise
End-to-end support for developers and contractors
Training and development
Empowering people through our online training
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Proven category 2 MMC capability
Achieve higher productivity and consistency
Over 50 years of timber frame expertise
Industry experience and continual improvement
Trusted by leading housebuilders
Chosen for our reliability and collaborative approach
Part of the Donaldson Group
Heritage, financial strength and and values
Commited to excellence
Low-carbon construction and quality assurance
Build with confidence
Our mission is to make building with timber smarter, faster, more sustainable, and more efficient, helping our customers achieve outstanding results for each project.
Housebuilders need partners they can rely on. We provide offsite timber frame systems that reduce risk, improve build quality, and help projects stay on programme. Our accredited systems — including both open panel and closed panel solutions — give you the flexibility to choose what’s right for your development, supported by a team that works with you from design through to delivery.
