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With so many different building materials on the market, it can be difficult to decide which to incorporate into your outdoor construction. Here we provide a detailed list of possible choices you may want to consider: the timbers vary in appearance, texture and longevity, and can make a huge difference in achieving our goal and provide you with a struture that not only looks beautiful, but also will stand the test of time.

We provide a vast array of products ranging from different timber species to various stainless steel or glass handrail and balustrade systems, roof cladding materials such as Colourbond and Laserlite, as well as decking and timber stains and sealants.

Here is a range of our preferred outdoor timbers and there best suited applications:

Design PineCypress Pine - White Cypress (Callistris columellaris or callitris glauca): White cypress pine is an indigenous Australian softwood which has a very low shrinkage rate and is naturally resistant to termites and borer. It has a lovely honey yellow colour which incorporates brownish wavy pattern and knots .It is is a high density timber which possesses a hardness exceeding that of most Oak species and has a durability class 1 which is greater than most hardwoods. Cypress pine is obtained from managed native Australian forests and can be used for applications such as decking, veranda beams, posts and rafters. Cypress pine Decking is available in 90 by 19mm boards.

Design PineDesign Pine: Design pine is made by finger joining smaller pieces of Radiata pine to make long uniform lengths which are then treated and primed. The finished product is smooth and aesthetically appealing with the convenience of being pre primed thereby requiring less painting. Design pine can be used in many above ground applications such as rafters, posts, fences and deckings. For more information please visit their website.

Design PineFijian Mahogany: Fijian Mahogany is a renewable plantation hardwood, and is a durability class 2 timber .It is a lovely pinkish salmon colour and its texture can be fine to course. Fijian mahogany is one of the most environmentally friendly timbers available but is susceptible to termite and borer attack if not properly treated. Decking boards are available in 140mm by 32mm.

MerbauKwila (Merbau): Merbau is a resinous tropical hardwood specifically forested in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Solomon islands of the south pacific and is one of the most popular timber decking choices available. There are some question marks as to weather merbau is a sustainable timber(as is the case with most Malaysian timbers), as its harvesting is poorly regulated by Malaysian governments. Merbau is a lovely deep reddish brown colour and is rated at durability class 2, it is termite and borer resistant and quite stable in terms of shrinkage. It comes in 3 decking board sizes 70mm, 90mm and 140mm. Merbau does have a tendency to bleed or “weep” during its first few contacts with water, but after this it will not bleed again. Merbau can be used for decking, posts, handrails, and rafters and beams.

Red River GumRiver Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis dehnh): Red river gum is the most widespread eucalypt in Australia and posses a beautifull reddish colour with an interlocking grain. It is termite and decay resistant and is rated at class 1 durability. Red river gum is available in 70mm by 19mm decking boards.

Spotted GumSpotted Gum (Coryumbia citrodra): Spotted gum is a native Australian hardwood which is noted as being one of the hardest timbers in the world. It has a durability class 1 and is resistant to termites and decay. Its colour ranges from light brown to dark red brown. It is currently sourced from state regrowth forests on state and private land and in the coming years will be available from plantation forests. Spotted gum is a great alternative to other Malaysian timbers due to its regulated “sustainable” sourcing, but can be 10-15% more expensive. Decking boards come in three sizes 65 by 19mm, 89 by 19mm and 136 by 19mm. Other applications for spotted gum are beams and rafters, handrails and other structural members.

Treated PineTreated Pine (Pinus radiata): Treated pine is a renewable plantation softwood which is used in a variety of applications throughout the Australian construction industry. Its applications range from house framing to deckings, pergolas fences and many other outdoor structures. Treated pine is suitable for in ground applications (when rated at H4 and above) and is resistant to termites, borer and decay. Due to the use of chemicals used in the treating process (namely Copper Chrome Arsenate) we recommend that all treated pine which can be accessed by young children be painted or sealed as a precautionary measure.

Yellow BelauYellow Belau: Yellow belau decking is a hardwood which is sourced from Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines. It is termite and decay resistant and is rated as a class 1 durability. Yellow Belau’s colours consist of and browns and yellows and its texture is smooth to rough which is due to its interlocking grain. It comes in two decking sizes: 70mm by 19mm and 90mm by19mm.

LaserliteLaserlite: Laserlite is a high durability Polycarbonate roofing material which comes in a range of styles and colours and is ideal for structures where it is intended to block out rain and glare while retaining natural light. For more information on this product please visit their website.

Colorbond Roofing Products: Colorbond products are a range of steel pre-painted roofing products whose applications range  from guttering and down pipes, to sheet roofing and wall cladding. It is a highly durable and long lasting. For more information on styles and colours please visit this link.