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ABOVE - These exceptionally hard timbers with their stunning grain patterns in either a yellow/brown
(Grey Ironbark) or deep red/brown of the Red Ironbark, are known for their natural resistance to rot and insect attack - making
them ideal
candidates for construction of items exposed to the elements. Typically Ironbark
is used in the construction of road and railway bridges, wharfs, mining
applications and for railways sleepers due to its proven record
for long-term performance in weather-exposed structural applications.
Furthermore, we source these timbers locally. This means that supply is more
readily available than most of the imported timbers. It also means that we get
this spectacular timber at a reasonable price and that the cost is not affected
by fluctuating rand/dollar exchange rates.
The Ironbarks, in South Africa, have been declared alien invaders. This means
that you will not only be purchasing some of the hardiest and most beautiful
timbers available, but you will be contributing to conservation in Southern
Africa by consuming timber from trees which pose risk to our country due
primarily to their massive water consumption. More on that here: Biodiversity
Explorer
Useful information on Ironbarks can be found:
Timber Development Association (NSW) Ltd - PDF
Fact Sheet
Wikipedia ;
Australian Hardwood
Network ; NZ
Nature Watch
ZAMBIAN TEAK - as mentioned on the HOME page, is
a far superior product compared to the typical Zimbabwean (Rhodesian) Teak. Once
skilfully kilned and carefully milled, the product then
undergoes a pressure penetrative treatment process with chemicals which make it
resistant to insect attack. Pressure treatment is important as it forces the
chemical to saturate the timber throughout - so it does not wear out or fade
away.
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