From Tasmanian Myrtle and Blackwood to Celery Top Pine and Tasmanian Oak, Australia's native timber species offer remarkable diversity in colour, character and performance. Explore the different types of Australian timber, where they're commonly used and why designers are increasingly turning to specialty timbers that bring warmth, authenticity and individuality to a space.
Read MoreVJ panelling has become one of Australia's most popular interior finishes, bringing texture, warmth and architectural detail to homes and commercial spaces alike. In this guide, we explain what VJ panelling is, where it can be used, installation considerations and the different materials available, including premium Tasmanian Myrtle V-Joint lining boards from Hydrowood.
Read MoreWhen architect Mark Drury designed the distinctive timber tower for the Mures upper deck extension, every decision mattered. From structural constraints on Hobart’s waterfront to sustainability, craftsmanship and Tasmanian identity, here’s why Hydrowood Celery Top Pine became central to one of the city’s most recognisable hospitality projects.
Read MoreDesigned by James Fitzpatrick as his own family home, the Seed House is a considered exploration of architecture, landscape and material. Featuring reclaimed Tasmanian timbers from Hydrowood, including Huon Pine, Blackwood and Celery Top Pine, the project demonstrates what’s possible when design and materiality are aligned from the outset.
Read MoreHydrowood’s partnership with Bowens makes reclaimed Tasmanian timber easier to specify across Victoria. Builders can now order flooring, lining, cladding and joinery timber online through Bowens’ trusted trade supply network.
Read MoreHydrowood has achieved Declare certification, reinforcing its commitment to transparency, sustainability and responsible material sourcing. The certification provides architects and specifiers with clear insight into the environmental and health impacts of Hydrowood’s reclaimed Tasmanian timber, supporting more informed decisions for sustainable building projects.
Read MoreTasmanian specialty timber – which has been submerged for more than 25 years –– will be the star of a unique challenge for contestants on national renovation reality program The Block.
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