Imported Species
World-Class Timber – Exotic & Imported Species for Distinctive Design & Durability
Take your projects to the next level with premium imported and exotic timber species, handpicked by Barwon Timber for their exceptional beauty, unique characteristics, and outstanding performance. Whether you’re creating luxury furniture, crafting impressive architectural features, or designing high-end interiors, our global timber range boasts distinct grains, rich colours, and durability that lasts the distance.
Benefits of Using Imported Timber
Access to Exotic and Unique Species: Provides availability of timbers not grown locally, offering a vast array of unique colours, grains, and densities for specialised aesthetic projects.
Superior Durability: Many imported species, particularly tropical hardwoods, offer exceptional natural durability and resistance to rot, insects, and harsh marine environments.
Quality and Grading: Timber imported from regions with long-established forestry industries often comes with reliable grading systems, ensuring consistent quality and performance.
Global Sustainability Options: Allows builders and designers to source timber from internationally recognised certification schemes.
Renowned for its rich colour, straight grain, and natural resilience, Western Red Cedar is a premium softwood treasured by builders, architects, and craftspeople for its versatility and enduring appeal. Sourced from the sustainable forests of North America, this timber combines aesthetic warmth with innate resistance to decay, insects, and moisture—making it ideal for both interior elegance and exterior performance.
Barwon Timber provides high-quality Merbau timber, recognised for its rich hue and outstanding durability. Responsibly procured, this hardwood is suitable for both structural and ornamental purposes, such as flooring, decking, and furniture. Its inherent strength and resistance to wear render it a refined selection for enduring projects requiring both aesthetic appeal and functional performance.
For over 40 years, Barwon Timber has been a trusted name in cutting and supplying premium Canadian Oregon timber. Responsibly harvested from the forests of Canada and precision-machined right here in Geelong, our Oregon is a versatile and enduring favourite for both structural and decorative applications. Known for its strength, straight grain, and workability, it can be supplied in very large sections—making it ideal for bold architectural statements and heavy-duty framing.
Discover American Oak Timber's quality and character, a sought-after hardwood known for durability, striking grain, and workability. Ideal for furniture, flooring, or structural use, it offers beauty and performance. Its light to medium brown tones and unique figuring add warmth and sophistication, making it popular among craftsmen, architects, and homeowners for its presence and resilience.
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