Premium timbers for statement cladding, decking & screening
Modified, charred and exotic timbers chosen for their looks, stability and durability, ideal for statement cladding, screening, decking and fine joinery. Our architectural timbers come from the ASTUTE range, and most are certified by PEFC, FSC or GOHO and sourced from responsibly managed forests.
Ask us about profiles, sizes, coatings and lead times, or see more at astutetimber.com (opens in a new tab) ↗.
| Timber | Type | Origin | Durability (above ground) | Density (kg/m³) | Typical uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accoya | Acetylated (modified) radiata pine | New Zealand | Class 1 | 515 | Cladding, decking, windows, doors |
| Thermo-Ayous | Thermally modified hardwood | Central West Africa | Class 2 | 430 | Cladding, interior lining, joinery |
| Yakisugi | Charred Japanese cedar (sugi) | Japan | Class 2 | 320–384 | Exterior & interior cladding, fencing |
| New Guinea Rosewood | Hardwood | Solomon Islands | Class 2 | 650 | Cladding, decking, flooring, fine joinery |
| Western Red Cedar | Softwood | Canada | Class 2 | 350 | Cladding, decking, fencing, screening |
| Fijian Mahogany | Plantation hardwood | Fiji | Class 2 | 650 | Cladding, decking, joinery, furniture |
| Burmese Teak | Hardwood | Myanmar | Class 1 | 640–750 | Cladding, marine & pool decking, handrails |
Acetylated radiata pine · New Zealand
A plantation pine permanently modified by acetylation, which makes it barely affected by water. It moves very little, resists rot and termites, and takes paint and stain well.
Thermally modified ayous · Central West Africa
Ayous heat-treated at around 220 °C with no chemicals. The process darkens the timber to a rich, even tone and greatly improves stability and resistance to decay.
Charred Japanese cedar · Japan
Japanese cedar with a surface charred using the traditional shou sugi ban method. The charred layer protects the timber without chemicals and gives a striking dark finish.
Pterocarpus indicus · Solomon Islands
An exotic hardwood with a rich red-brown colour and decorative grain. It's imported to Australia only in small quantities.
New Guinea Rosewood on astutetimber.com (opens in a new tab) ↗
Thuja plicata · Canada
A light, stable softwood whose natural oils resist weather, decay and termites. It's a long-standing favourite for cladding and screening.
Western Red Cedar on astutetimber.com (opens in a new tab) ↗
Plantation mahogany · Fiji
A 100% plantation-grown hardwood with red-brown tones and a straight, even grain. It's very stable and moves little with changes in temperature and humidity.
Tectona grandis · Myanmar
The classic marine timber. Its high natural oil content gives outstanding resistance to moisture, decay and insects, with golden to dark brown colouring.
* Bushfire attack level (BAL) ratings are approximate and depend on correct treatment and construction. Check the requirements for your site before you build.
ASTUTE recommends CUTEK® and Intergrain® penetrating oils across the range. Ask us which coating suits your chosen species and whether it can be supplied pre-coated, or see ASTUTE coatings (opens in a new tab) ↗.
Prefer Australian hardwoods? See our hardwood cladding, hardwood decking and screening.
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