JARRAH TIMBER
Jarrah is an Australian hardwood that grows in the southwest part of Western Australia. The wood has a high density and is easier to work with when green, but can also be worked on when dried. Jarrah is renowned for its durability and is a useful timber for structural and exterior use. However, because of its rich red colours and the wide range of finishes available, Jarrah timber is often also used in interiors.
BENEFITS OF USING JARRAH TIMBER
Jarrah wood is durable against the elements and has even a high resistance to fire. Another benefit is the timber’s high density and resistance to termites which makes it great for structural use in both interiors and exteriors. Jarrah also comes in a unique range of rich red colours that make it stand out from most timbers. Overall, this Australian hardwood is an excellent choice for both interior and exterior applications and we often see it being used by architects and interior designers in their projects.
Easy Installation
Adjustable click-in system that can fit any space
SUSTAINABLE
Sustainably sourced from regrowth forests
Customisable
Wide range of colours and finishes available
STRONG & DURABLE
Resistant to termites and the elements
Applications
Because of its durability and resistance to termites, Jarrah timber is often used for decking and exterior cladding. Its high density also makes it great for structural applications, and in the past, the timber was often utilised in bridge construction. Today, Jarrah is commonly used by architects and interior designers used for flooring, decking, cladding, and ceilings/wall battens.
JARRAH PRODUCTS
At Mortlock Timber, we offer a wide range of Jarrah products for both interiors and exteriors. Our Proplank click-in system is a popular choice for fast and convenient cladding. For a sleek modern look and increased fire resistance, we provide Shou Sugi Ban – a Japanese technique that involves charring the timber to increase its durability. Mortlock Timber also supplies a variety of decking products such as Marineplank, Classicplank, and Metroplank – each with its own benefits.
JARRAH FINISHES
Jarrah timber is extremely versatile and is available in a wide range of finishes for both interiors and exteriors. To experience Jarrah’s raw beauty, we recommend our Unfinished and Unfinished-Fine Sawn options. For a more modern look, Enviro Clear and Clear Oiled are the best choices. While for increased fire resistance, we recommend our Shou Sugi Ban finish, also available in Fine Sawn.
Colour Variation
Jarrah trees are known for their rich reds, but the timber’s colour can vary quite a lot. The heartwood ranges from deep brown to burgundy, while the sapwood ranges from shades of pale yellow to orange. An advantage of Jarrah timber is that its colours tend to deepen over time, resulting in intense colours that retain their charm.
Natural Features
Jarrah timber has a relatively coarse and even textured grain with the occasional wavy and interlocking grain. These natural features make Jarrah more interesting than most other timbers which have less interesting patterns and textures. It is no mystery why this Australian hardwood is so popular amongst architects and interior designers.
JARRAH PROPERTIES
This local hardwood is known for its strength and durability, but it has many other properties that make it so popular for both interior and exterior applications. For a start, Jarrah timber is resistant to termites. It also has a high resistance to fire, making it ideal for areas that are prone to bushfires. Another advantage is that Jarrah trees are grown locally, making them readily available to the Australian market.
Western Australia
We have not listed jarrah ourselves under our PEFC certification. This is because while we may be able to attain 40%, 50%, 60% sustainably sourced Jarrah for a particular order, we cannot guarantee the required 70% that is set by the PEFC organisation.
Readily available
820 kg/m3
Class 2
7.4%
Resistant
Susceptible
Group 3, BAL 12.5 and 10 per all AS3959 applications; BAL 29 when used in conjunction with non-combustible wall cladding and enclosed subfloor
Interior and Exterior Use
Latest Projects
Discover our latest Jarrah timber projects! From luxury homes to public spaces, Mortlock Timber has supplied and installed different Jarrah products of various finishes. Among them are Shou Sugi Ban cladding, Classicplank decking, and Trendplank cladding.
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