Ecotimber can supply a range of timbers suitable for use in marine and civil construction, such as piling, groynes, wharf and bridge construction, etc. 

Although some species may not be familiar in the British Isles, they are widely used in these applications in the countries of origin as well as in other countries and in most cases substantial research data supporting their suitability is available.

Our timber falls into two categories, sawn timber and piling.

Sawn Timber 

A wide range of species is available as sawn timber, in standard dimensions of up to 100mm x 200mm x 6.00m ­ see the timber information sheets. Larger sizes usually available to order. 

Piling Timber 

A number of species have been selected for use in marine piling. The main criteria on which they were selected are strength and durability in a marine environment, taking into consideration such aspects as resistance to teredo worm and abrasion. 

Currently the following species are available as round timber, in diameters up to 500 mm and lengths of up to 12 m. 

• Acariquara ­ Minquartia guianensis 
• Abiurana ­ Pouteria sp. 
• Castanharana ­ Holopyxidium sp. 
• Cloeziana ­ Eucalyptus cloeziana 
• Mata-Mata ­ Eschweileria sp. 

See for technical information timber information sheets.

Marine & Civil Construction Project Examples: