Customise Your Timber | Retrograde Furniture Timber Options

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Customise your timber type

Every piece of furniture tells a story, and it begins with selecting the right timber. At Retrograde Furniture, we offer a carefully curated selection of premium Australian and international hardwoods, each with its own unique character and beauty.

Take your time exploring each option below. Consider how the timber's natural tones and character will complement your home, and don't hesitate to request samples or visit our Melbourne showroom to see and feel the timber in person.

Your perfect piece starts with choosing the timber that speaks to you.

Still unsure which timber suits your vision? Our team is here to help guide you through the selection process. Contact us to discuss your project and discover which timber will bring your custom furniture to life.

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Eucalyptus timber with distinctive dark grain lines and natural character markings throughout. Features warm honey to light brown tones with moderate natural feature and straight grain patterns. Also known as Messmate.

Origin: Southeastern Australian hardwood

Consistent straight grain with warm honey tones enhanced by our matte finish for depth and richness. Classic reliability with enhanced warmth that brings out the timber's natural golden character.

Origin: North American hardwood

Even-textured Australian hardwood with straight grain in warm golden yellow to pale brown tones. Naturally resilient timber with occasional subtle pink hints and distinctive character marks.

Origin: Eastern Australian coastal forests

Consistent straight grain maintaining natural freshly-milled appearance with cooler, lighter tones. Clean contemporary aesthetic that preserves the timber's authentic pale blonde character.

Origin: North American hardwood

Light-coloured eucalyptus blend ranging from pale straw to reddish-brown with straight, consistent grain. Versatile Australian hardwood with excellent staining qualities and warm, inviting tones.

Origin: Tasmanian and Victorian mountain forests

Premium hardwood featuring rich chocolate brown heartwood with distinctive grain patterns from straight to dramatic swirls. Luxurious deep tones with natural strength and exceptional workability for premium furniture.

Origin: North American hardwood

Fire-affected Australian hardwood showcasing dramatic black markings and unique character from natural bushfire exposure. Limited availability timber with distinctive burnt patterns and rich golden brown base tones.

Origin: Fire-affected Australian eucalyptus

Reclaimed eucalyptus timber with distinctive character marks and natural weathering from decades of use. Features warm honey to pale brown tones with straight grain and sustainable heritage appeal.

Origin: Reclaimed Australian hardwood

Reclaimed Australian hardwood showcasing enhanced character from years of natural aging and use. Rich golden yellow to brown tones with straight grain and distinctive patina from sustainable reclamation.

Origin: Reclaimed Eastern Australian timber

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