American red oak is the trade name for eight commercially available species of oak that are sold as both timber and veneer and used in a range of interior applications. Also known as Red Oak, Southern Red Oak, Northern Red…
American hard maple produces timber with good strength properties and an attractive appearance. Its most common applications are flooring, cabinet making, furniture and interior joinery. Also known as Sugar Maple, Black Maple, Rock Maple, White Maple, Sap Maple. Please contact…
American cherry is a hardwood native to eastern USA. Its heartwood ranges from a dark, rich red to a reddish brown, and is prized for high-end interior applications, turning and carving, and musical instruments. Also known as American Black Cherry,…
American black walnut is a premium cabinet and furniture making timber, native to the eastern regions of North America. Availability in Australia is generally limited to the upper grades. Also known as American Walnut, Black Walnut, Virginia Walnut, Canaletto, Black…
What is Red Ironbark? Red Ironbark is a native Australian hardwood species (commonly from the Eucalyptus sideroxylon, Eucalyptus fibrosa or Eucalyptus crebra groups) known for its strength, durability and striking colour. Key features: Colour: Rich red to red-brown heartwood, often with…
What is Pacific Spotted Gum? Pacific Spotted Gum (a native Australian hardwood species) is known for its distinctive visual character and high durability. It exhibits a range of tones — from pale creams and light yellows to rich browns, with…
What is Pacific Blackbutt? Pacific Blackbutt (botanical name Eucalyptus pilularis) is a native Australian hardwood with strong structural and aesthetic credentials. Key features include: A colour palette ranging from pale golden brown to honey, sometimes with a subtle pinkish hue. Straight,…
What Is Kempas? Kempas (botanical name Koompassia malaccensis, sometimes used generically for the genus) is a dense, exotic hardwood species native to Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia, etc.). It features a heartwood that ranges from pinkish when freshly cut to a deeper…
What is Brazilian Cherry (Jatoba)? Brazilian Cherry, also known by its trade name Jatoba, is an exotic hardwood species originating from South America—primarily Brazil. Key characteristics: Colour: Freshly milled, the wood can appear tan, salmon or light red-brown, but it naturally…
