Tropical Hardwoods

Our tropical timber comes from the following sources:

Timber from FSC certified forests. A growing number of commercial timber producers are committing themselves to obtaining certification for their operations. This ensures that there will be a steady supply of certified timber in future.

Certified European and North American Hardwoods

A wide range of timber species from Europe and North America is available in substantial volumes.

Lesser- and Better-Known Species

Many of the tropical timber species we are marketing are so-called lesser-known-species. This is no coincidence, as only a harvesting system that strikes a balance between ecological and economic values can ensure that forests are preserved. Using a wider range of species increases the economic value of the forest and reduces the pressure on the few most-desired species.

The term Lesser-known species is somewhat misleading: on the whole these species are well tried and tested in their country of origin but simply are not well-known in the UK. It is important that manufacturers and consumers are willing to accept and to try these timbers, many of which have properties that are comparable to species they are more familiar with. In taking up this challenge, they are contributing to bringing about the changes necessary to protect tropical forests and the people whose livelihood depends on them.

In the following specification sheets we are giving the most relevant information about each of the species. This information is regularly updated. More information - as far as available - can be provided on request.

Quality

Our timber conforms to established international quality standards and is available in sizes indicated in the individual specification sheets.

Availability

Some species will be available in substantial quantities on a regular basis, others may only be available in smaller quantities. A general indication of availability for the most important species is given on the individual timber specification sheets - please contact us for more exact information.

Prices

We endeavour to keep the prices of our tropical timbers broadly in line with prices for similar timbers from other sources. Please contact us for further details.

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