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Clear Softwood
Western Red Cedar (thuja plicata) - Click here to view profiles
This is widely used in the quality garden building trade for its attractive appearance and distinctive aroma. This product also works well as an excellent exterior cladding for large construction projects (Click to view a pdf file on 'How to Install Western Red Cedar Cladding'). We carry an excellent selection of sizes in the clear grades. We are also members of the Western Red Cedar Export Association, please visit their web site for a wealth of information about cedar.
Western Hemlock (tsuga heterophylla) and Douglas Fir (pseudotsuga menziesii)
Both these species can be used for high class joinery and staircase work. We hold a good stock of hemlock and a modest amount of Douglas fir.
Southern Yellow Pine (loblolly,longleaf spp.)
As the largest supplier of this product in our area we carry an extensive stock in order to supply the staircase industry with high quality machined strings and treads.
Parana Pine (araucaria angustifolia)
Due to restrictions imposed by the Brazilian government this species is in short supply. Please call our sales office to check availability. Southern yellow pine is the popular alternative for staircase manufacturers.
Siberian Larch (Larix siberica) (durable softwood)
The timber has a golden yellow colour with a strong grain pattern. The trees are very slow-grown due to the extreme climate, resulting in tight growth rings and fine grain. Unlike the British larch, the knots in the Siberian species are light grey in colour and are less likely to fall out after drying and machining. Siberian larch is very resinous and extremely hard, making it one of the toughest and most durable softwoods in the world. When used as cladding, Siberian larch is ideal for really exposed elevations or areas where there is likely to be physical damage, such as knocks or scrapes. Siberian larch is generally available in three grades, although significant variations occur between suppliers. See our Western Red Cedar section for a selection of cladding profiles Siberian Larch could be machined to.
Unsorted (1st-3rds) – A few relatively small and usually tight knots. Used where a very clean, contemporary appearance is required. This grade is comparatively expensive.
Fourths – Contains regular, sound, tight knots. This is the grade most commonly used for cladding.
Sawfalling- contains all grades (1sts-5ths) Can contain large amounts of loose knots and wane, the overall appearance can be spoilt by the inclusion of the lower grade.
Palmer Timber stock only Unsorted and 4ths.
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