Timber Range About Our Floors

Timber has been chosen for centuries as a floor covering. Its natural warmth, beauty and low anti-static dust properties make it even more appealing today. Timber flooring is available in many colours of single or mixed species. The floor that you select will be unique in character and appearance because there are no two trees the same. For this reason, timber floors add value and are a feature of many dwellings. Our timber flooring is manufactured using the best quality standards. We , kiln dry and profile our timber to strict requirements that enable us to produce the best floors.

Environmental Sizes

Timber is a natural and renewable resource that is energy efficient Our flooring comes in a range of sizes: and one of the most environmentally friendly building products that you could use. We are focused on playing a role in ensuring our future by only using sustainably harvested . Did you know 19mm Range: 60x19mm | 80x19mm | 130x19mm that timber stores carbon? Not only is carbon absorbed by trees, it is also stored in timber and products long after the trees are harvested. Overlay Range: 80x13mm | 130x14mm

Main Considerations Commercial Sports Floors: 60x20.5mm When choosing a timber floor, the main things to consider are:

Size Grade Species Parquetry Flooring: Block and

Grades

Timber has an array of natural features that are a result of the history of that particular tree and what it has undergone in its lifetime. This can include knots, insect marks, gum vein and more. We grade our timber to a specific standard that you have the choice of selecting when choosing your timber floor. A timber floor selection can be one of the following:

Select Standard Feature Very clean in appearance, contains minimal amount of Contains some natural features but Contains a lot of natural features natural features. generally not busy in its appearance. that are busy in appearance. Species

Choosing a species is different for everyone based on what your taste is, and what the look is that you’re trying to achieve. Advice is something we can provide but the final decision is yours. We have a selection available in single species or you may choose to go with a mixed blend of species.

Beech Ironbark

Blackbutt Mixed Hardwoods

Blue Gum Spotted Gum

Brushbox Tallowwood

Species Colour Spectrum Janka Hardness Durability Class Dry Density

Beech Blondes 6.4kN 3 750kg/m3

Blackbutt Blondes 9.1kN 2 900kg/m3

Blue Gum Reds 9.0kN 3 850kg/m3

Brushbox Browns 9.5kN 3 900kg/m3

Ironbark Brown/Red 14.0kN 1 1100kg/m3

Mixed Hardwoods* Blondes, Browns, Reds 6.0 to 14kN 1,2,3 750kg/m3 +

Spotted Gum Browns 11.0kN 2 950kg/m3

Tallowwood Blondes 8.6kN 1 1000kg/m3

*Mixed Hardwoods come as a blend of different species. You may select a specific blend of different species such as mixed reds or mixed whites. **Other species are also available at given times depending on supply. Parquetry Floors

Parquetry floors are a stunning blend of wood pieces used for decorative mosaic effect. Parquetry dates back to the mid to late 1600’s and is recognisable for its highly regular, geometric patterns. Squares, triangles and lozenges, created using strips or blocks of wood, are all common parquetry forms. While parquetry has been around for centuries it is a timeless flooring product that typifies “What is old is new again”. Its undergone a recent resurgence that is highly fashionable.

Choose a traditional strip flooring or if you prefer something a little more high end than ask us about our majesteux parquet range of flooring. Our parquetry range comes in the following species:

Blackbutt Blue Gum Brushbox Ironbark

Jarrah Spotted Gum Tallowwood Tasmanian

Block Parquetry Common patterns include:

Block Parquetry are individual blocks machined to specific sizes and lengths. This allows the designer to create a range of different patterns limited only by the imagination. By choosing different species and colours you can vary each design. It is a great option for high traffic areas such as hallways, lounge rooms and commercial areas. Basketweave Brickbond Chevron Gothic Our traditional block parquetry is available in the following sizes: 260(L)x65x14mm 340(L)x85x19mm 260(L)x65x19mm 400(L)x80x19mm

Different grades are available: Premium Grade | Natural Grade Haddon Hall Herringbone Parallel on Square

Mosaic Parquetry Mosaic Parquetry is a unique decorative style consisting of timber fingers being placed on sheets that can be laid in a variety of patterns. Mosaic is a classical flooring type and has been used over time in both commercial and residential projects. Our mosaic parquetry is available in the following sizes:

5 Finger 6 Finger Handcrafted 7 Finger Square on Square on Parallel (Available on Square on Square Square Square request)

Finger Dimensions: 5 Finger Parquetry Dimensions: 133.5mm (l) x 26.7mm (w) x 8mm (t) 6 Finger Parquetry Dimensions: 133.5mm (l) x 22.3mm (w) x 8mm (t) 7 Finger Parquetry Dimensions: 133.5mm (l) x 19.1mm (w) x 8mm (t) Flooring Installation Factors

Our products go through a lot of stringent quality checks to ensure we produce great results. We endeavour to make our customers extremely happy with the flooring products that we produce. While most of the time this is the case; poor installation practices can result in un-happy customers. Avoid this by using professional flooring contractors who understand the natural behaviours of timber floors. They can assess the job site for any possible moisture problems or other foreseeable issues that would affect your floor if not dealt with prior to installation.

Profiles Installation Performance

Most CHH timber profiles are manufactured using a secret How your timber performs is dependent on several factors. profile to hide nails on the face of the flooring. It allows for a • As timber is hydroscopic (it can absorb or adsorb water) it cleaner appearance to enhance the natural beauty of the timber. can be affected by its climate upon installation. Drying out However, boards wider than 85mm in width must also be top-nailed due to heat sources (e.g. no curtains, fireplaces, vents from in accordance with AS1684.2. appliances, houses closed up for extended periods) may cause movement and gapping in floors. Similarly, changes that affect the conditions beneath the floor Finished Height of Floors due to high moisture can result in board movement and shape changes resulting in cupping. Where there are restrictions on the height of your floors, then choosing to use one of our overlay flooring products may be a • Therefore, it is beneficial for the contractor that is installing preferred option. Our overlay flooring gives you a thinner floor to the floor to make builders and homeowners aware of aspects solve your height problems, while giving you the benefits of the that could affect their floor and bought to attention and same amount of wear layer as a 19mm thick floor. rectified before installation takes place. • Timber is a natural product and is affected by its environment and seasonal change. Locality of your building and the climate Lengths can play a big part. Areas that are high in humidity will perform completely different compared to areas that are low We aim to provide a mixed range of lengths throughout our flooring in humidity. packs. Please note; there are no stipulations in the Australian Standards in relation to the supply of lengths. *You can request a tech sheet on pre-installation requirements or other available tech sheets if you’d like to know more. 19mm Boards: Lengths range from 0.9m to 6.0m Overlay Boards: Coatings 80x13 Lengths range from 0.45m to 3.0m 130x14 Lengths range from 0.6m to 4.5m Coating choice is determined solely by the owner. *Lengths are supplied as random length Coatings are made to protect and beautify timber flooring. From day one the various degrees of foot traffic will begin the deterioration process that can only be managed and replenished Drying & Acclimatising by the “owner” or caretaker of the floor. If that happens to be you, then it is important that you make your coating choice carefully, as Our flooring is kiln dried to the Australian Standard 2796.1 between it is your floor and your choice that will be on display, now, in twelve 9-14% months, in five years, a decade; so choose wisely. Acclimatisation of floorboards prior to installation is not necessary Many clients would like to keep the colour as close as possible to when the average supplied moisture content of the flooring is the raw material. If this is what you’d prefer you need to choose a near the expected average in-service moisture content. (Read our water-based coating. Other coatings include oil-based coatings, installation guide for more information). waxes, solvent borne polyurethane and more. Gallery Benefits of Hardwood Flooring

1. Cleanliness: Hardwood Floors don’t accumulate a lot Other Products we offer of dust. They are low maintenance and easy to clean by sweeping, vacuuming or mopping with the correct hardwood • Parquetry Flooring (Block and Mosaic) applicators. Compare this to carpet which requires cleaning by • Decking professionals. • Cladding 2. Status: Hardwood floors are renowned as a prestigious flooring option that have a sophisticated and sleek look, while • Lining Boards reflecting a lavish high-end feel. • Stair Treads & Risers 3. Value: Timber flooring is highly coveted by home buyers and • Handrails can seal the deal in a potential sale of your home. It is an investment that can provide great returns. • Balustrades 4. Allergies: Hardwood floors help those who suffer from dust • Benchtops allergies. Carpet holds on to allergens that disperse into the • Structural Timbers air when stepped on. Hardwood floors do not absorb these types of bacteria. A simple surface clean of your hardwood • Bridge & Wharf Timbers floor will eradicate any dust or allergens that cause allergies. • Verandah Posts Timber floors are a suitable option for asthma sufferers. • Landscape Timber & Fencing 5. Versatile: With hardwood floors you can mix and match if you still want the soft feel of carpet in areas of your home simply • High Production Wood Turning by laying down a rug or hall runner. • Handles 6. Timeless: Hardwood flooring is a product that has stood the • Power Poles/Piles test of time. It has a way of complimenting most styles and designs. It has always been popular due to its natural warmth • Crossarms and feel. And much more… 7. Environmentally Friendly: Hardwood is a natural material,

unlike carpet, which is manufactured from a limited source, petroleum. With the ability to replant trees, hardwood is a renewable resource. 8. Aesthetics: No floor compares to a hardwood floor, with its natural colour and grain a hardwood timber floor is unique and exudes warmth and prosperity. 9. Durability: A hardwood floor especially, the Australian species are very durable and contain a lot of strength. You will be able to appreciate your floor for a long time, even with areas of heavy foot traffic. Solid timber floors are hard wearing and can be re-sanded over time. Proud members of

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