What are the different types of hardwood timber?

When you are working out which timber to use for your projects it can sometimes be difficult to determine if you need hard or softwood. Both types of timber are good for different purposes and can add different elements to your construction or furniture projects. 

Here we take at the different types of hardwood available and what differentiates them when it comes to picking the right type for your next project. 

The diverse range of timbers offered by Timbersource increase the chances of you finding the right timber for your project. Do get in touch if you have any further questions on any of the timber species we supply. 

 

American Hardwood timber 

American hardwood originates from the North American continent and is very popular within the industry. They are traded under standard grading rules and some of the main timbers include White Oak, Ash, Cherry, Hard Maple, Poplar/Tulipwood and Black Walnut. 

 

European Hardwood timber 

European Hardwood is sourced from all around the diverse continent that is home to some of the most popular timbers in the industry. Some of the main species include European Oak and European Beech Timber. 

 

Other Hardwood timber 

The diverse and large number of tree species found in all parts of the world means that there is a lot of diversity when it comes to the type of timber that you use for your building or furniture projects. 

Hardwoods like Keruing, Balau and Meranti are all very high-quality timbers and are often used for outdoor applications. The different colourations of each timber mean that there are plenty of options to choose from no matter what aesthetic you are going for. Take a look at our timber browser if you want to compare the colouration and patterns of each timber we stock. 

Browse other great Hardwood timber from Timbersource 

In addition to the three main types of hardwood timber, there are also other species available including Balau, Keruing and Meranti. These are a good option for a lot of different projects. Feel free to get in touch with a member of the expert Timbersource team to find out more. 

We can supply timber on short notice making us the perfect choice if you are struggling to get ahold of a certain timber!