Timbers With Meaning
Many families choose a timber because it reminds them of a home, a favourite piece of furniture, a workshop, a property, or a person they loved. The timbers below are commonly selected for solid timber memorial urns and can help guide your choice before selecting a design.
Marri
A distinctive Western Australian timber often chosen for its local character, feature grain and strong connection to place. Marri is available for most memorial designs, * although it is not recommended for dovetailed urns.
Jarrah
An iconic Western Australian timber associated with strength, permanence and heritage. Jarrah is often selected by families who want a memorial with a deep local connection.
Blackbutt
A familiar Australian timber often recognised from flooring, furniture and contemporary homes. Blackbutt offers a lighter, calm appearance with a warm natural tone.
Australian Oak
A light, approachable Australian furniture timber with a gentle grain and warm appearance. Often chosen where a softer, familiar timber character feels appropriate.
Tasmanian Blackwood
A richly coloured Australian furniture timber with depth, variation and quiet character. Tasmanian Blackwood can suit families looking for something warm, distinctive and refined.
White Oak
A classic fine furniture timber with a timeless appearance and understated grain. White Oak is often selected when families want a memorial that feels calm, balanced and enduring.
Cherry
A warm and refined timber long associated with fine furniture. Cherry develops a deeper tone over time and is often chosen for its gentle, heirloom quality.
Walnut
A rich, deep and reflective timber with a naturally premium appearance. Walnut is often chosen when families want a memorial with warmth, depth and quiet dignity.
Glacial Oak
A clean, contemporary timber with a pale and understated appearance. Glacial Oak suits families looking for a calm, modern memorial with a lighter visual presence.
Timber is a natural material and every board is different. Colour, grain and figure will vary from piece to piece. If a particular timber has meaning for your family, you are welcome to contact the workshop before ordering.
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