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  • What is Finger-jointed Timber?
    July 29, 2025

    What is Finger-jointed Timber?

    Finger-jointed timber is a solid timber product made by joining shorter lengths of timber end-to-end using a finger joint (an interlocking pattern that creates a stronger bond than a standard butt joint). The biggest advantage of finger-jointed timber is that...

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  • What is EWP Timber / Engineered Wood Product?
    July 21, 2025

    What is EWP Timber / Engineered Wood Product?

    EWP (Engineered Wood Product) is real timber! It is made by stacking and gluing together multiple thin layers (or veneers) of solid timber on top of one another, usually with the grain running in the same direction. These layers are then compressed and glued together to form a strong, stable, and uniform piece of timber that can be used in visible, finished applications, such as stair treads, handrails, and wall panelling.

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  • Australian Woodturners | Operating Since 1946
    October 9, 2024

    Australian Woodturners | Operating Since 1946

    Hammersmith Woodturners is an Australian-owned & operated woodturning company Hammersmith Woodturners is a leading Australian woodturner, proudly owned and operated in Australia since 1946. Originally established by EJ (Ted) Groth, a skilled toolmaker, Hammersmith began as a small, family-run woodturning...

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  • What Handrail Brackets Suit My Handrail?
    September 10, 2024

    What Handrail Brackets Suit My Handrail?

    Choosing the handrail bracket that suits your handrail can be a tricky task if you are unsure what you are looking for. With a wide range of handrail profiles and handrail brackets, we hope we can shed some light on this area.
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  • How to Maintain & Clean Stainless Steel Wire, Fittings, and Tube
    August 6, 2024

    How to Maintain & Clean Stainless Steel Wire, Fittings, and Tube

    Stainless steel is a exceptionally durable product, which has been wildly popular in the building, staircase and decking industries for many years. Generally, it is a low maintenance material, with only some light maintenance required to keep it looking it's best. However in harsh environments such as hot, humid (tropical), or coastal environments, it requites more regular cleaning and maintenance to protect it against the elements, and ensure it maintains its visual appeal and structural integrity.
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  • The Future of American Oak: Availability of Set & Long Lengths
    July 9, 2024

    The Future of American Oak: Availability of Set & Long Lengths

    Victorian Ash has long been the timber of choice in the staircase and furniture industries due to its availability, clarity and long lengths. However, since the Victorian government's crackdown on forestry, we have seen an increased demand for alternate timber species such as American Oak.
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