Choosing the Right Timber Species for Your Project

Our Timber Species Range

We offer a wide range of timber species, each with unique strengths to suit different project needs. 

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Timber Species Selection Guide

We offer a versatile range of timber species to suit every design intent, budget, and client preference, making it easy to specify the perfect timber for your feature wall, ceiling, or facade.

Use this quick reference guide to compare your options and narrow down your selection. More detailed information is available below for each species. If you need a timber not listed here or have unique project requirements, email support@sculptform.com.

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Spotted Gum

Light brown to deep red-brown hues.
With patches of white to light brown.

Application: Interior & Exterior
Price: $$
Weight: 990kg/m3
Length: Max 3.6m
Fire Compliance: BAL 19, Group 3
Durability: High
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American Oak

Pale yellow-brown to mid-brown, sometimes with a pink tinge.

Application: Interior only
Price: $$$
Weight: 730kg/m3
Length: Max 3.6m
Fire Compliance: BAL 19, Group 3
Durability: Medium
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Grandis

Subtly toned to soften natural pink hues, resulting in a warm, blonde timber.

Application: Interior only
Price: $
Weight: 600kg/m3
Length: Max 3.6m
Fire Compliance: No BAL Rating, Group 3
Durability: Medium

Available Timber Species

Spotted Gum

Spotted Gum is an Australian hardwood which designers love due to its aesthetic variation. It’s our most popular species.

  • High variation
  • Cost-effective
  • Authentic Australian look
  • Interior and exterior applications
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American Oak

American Oak gives a classic timber look with its blond to light brown tones.

  • Consistent colouring
  • Distinct grain patterns
  • Receptive to coatings
  • Interior applications
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Grandis

Grandis is a sustainable plantation-grown timber, ensuring a consistent and renewable supply without impacting natural forests.

  • Straight grain
  • Long lengths available
  • Very lightweight
  • Interior applications
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Our Price & Spec application was created to streamline your specification and tendering process by providing real time pricing, specification data and CAD files for your custom sequence.

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