Huon Pine: Rare, iconic and prized for its beauty, longevity and workability
Hydrowood Tasmanian Huon Pine is one of the world’s most sought-after timbers, renowned for its fine grain, distinctive pale colour and remarkable natural durability. Salvaged from the depths of Tasmania’s hydro lakes, Hydrowood Huon Pine offers commercial access to a species traditionally scarce in supply.
With exceptional stability, ease of machining and a soft golden tone that deepens beautifully with age, Huon Pine timber is a premium choice for high-end furniture, cabinetry, boat building, turned pieces and fine detailing work.
Fine, pale and characterful | Ideal for both interior joinery and exterior architectural battens
Hydrowood Huon Pine is a straight, fine and even Tasmanian timber known for its pale straw colour that warms with age. With excellent machinability and a long tradition in fine woodworking and restoration, Huon Pine is prized for joinery, lining, and specialist architectural elements.
Why Choose Huon Pine?
âś” Straight, fine and even grain for refined finishing
âś” Pale straw colour which ages to a warm, muted yellow
âś” Excellent for sawing, turning, moulding, sanding & coating
âś” Suitable for both exterior and interior use
âś” Lightweight, stable and historically valued for craft joinery
Tasmanian Huon Pine Technical Performance + Specification
Grain: Straight, fine and even
Colour: Light straw, aging to dull yellow
Density (seasoned): Approx. 550 kg/m3
Movement: 0.14%* radial, 0.27%* tangential *per 1% moisture content change
Workability: Excellent for sawing, turning, moulding, sanding & coating
Natural Durability: Exterior & interior use
Applications of Huon Pine
Hydrowood Tasmanian Huon Pine is best suited for:
Boating
External architecture elements and building
Decorative panelling and acoustic linings
Fine furniture and restoration pieces
Architectural joinery, cabinetry and mouldings
Specialist items and craftwork
Huon Pine Timber Pricing & Availability
Pricing depends on grade, width, cut and order volume. Hydrowood supplies architectural, commercial and ongoing project orders nationally.
Nationwide delivery
Bulk & commercial volumes available
Slabs, boards, veneers & project-specific milling
