About our Hardwoods

The appeal of hardwoods lies in their naturally rich, deep colours that weather over time to develop a beautiful warmth and character. Hardwoods are naturally resistant to fungal growth and offer naturally superior levels of durability and wear resistance, without any additional chemical treatment, making hardwoods the ideal material for use in the construction of decking and outdoor furniture and structures. With only nominal care and maintenance with treatment oils and finishes such as Textrol and Seasonite, they retain their natural beauty year after year.

There are a number of species to choose from and we have ipe, Massaranduba (on request), yellow balau and grooved yellow balau. Depending on the final design and application of your decking, we can recommend the right species of timber for you.

Yellow Balau

Yellow Balau is a hardwood that is often used in the manufacture of outdoor furniture and is also used in decking. The appeal of Yellow Balau is its high density and durability. It is also fine grained, heavy and robust and has an interlocking grain and a fine and even texture. The timber has a life span of about 20-30 years. In comparison to other species, Yellow Balau has only a small tendency of warping or twisting and it is therefore adaptable to changing weather conditions, ideal for outdoor use.

Ipe (pronounced "Ee-Pay")

Ipe is an environmentally responsible choice which naturally resists rot, decay, insects, and mold without the use of toxic chemicals used in other decking product and is naturally fire resistant. Ipe is dark brownish olive to dark olive in appearance, sometimes greenish due to lapachol. The grain of this hardwood is interlocked and the texture is classed as medium, lustre is moderate or lacking depending on the species, the wood has a characteristic odour. Ipe is well known for its strength and is thought be the one of the hardest woods in the world (strength is three times harder than oak) and is highly resistant against fungi and termites and other pests.