In a recent article about our partnership with Crafted Hardwoods, we explored what their engineered Blackbutt and Spotted Gum products mean for the staircase industry.

But there are more uses for Crafted Hardwood’s engineered wood product than just stair treads and handrails!

As a business with deep roots in the woodturning industry, we’re always interested in how new materials behave on a lathe. And this engineered hardwood genuinely surprised us. Given how dense the product is, we expected it to be demanding on the tooling, yet it turned out remarkably well!

If you’re considering having a product made from this material, here are a few things worth knowing.

Less Waste Thanks to Set Lengths

Unlike most solid hardwoods, which often arrive in random lengths of varying quality, this engineered wood product is manufactured in consistent, set lengths.

This allows us to plan production more accurately, optimise cuts, and significantly reduce wastage. In practical terms, better yield means: less material wasted & more competitive pricing overall.

Because we’re not building excess waste into the costing, the end product becomes more economical to produce.

Visually Unique

This isn’t timber as you know it. When turned, engineered wood products have a striking, linear grain pattern that gives each piece a distinct look.

For customers seeking a point of difference in their product, EWP is the perfect solution: something different from traditional Victorian Ash or imported oaks. It’s particularly well-suited to modern design and architecture applications.

Sustainable, and Australian Made!

One of the most compelling aspects of this product isn’t just how it performs, it’s how it’s made. It makes use of timber that may otherwise have been downgraded to pulp or chip. 

In a market where customers are increasingly championing for sustainability, this is exactly the kind of story worth promoting.

It’s also manufactured right here in Australia, supporting local industry. Which is something that’s becoming increasingly important as global supply pressures continue to fluctuate.

Steady Supply Chain

As traditional species like Victorian Ash become harder to source, the timber industry is evolving. Engineered hardwoods provide a practical solution to a challenge that will only grow over time.

Because this material is manufactured rather than simply milled from solid sections, availability is more reliable, and pricing is more stable. It’s also extremely price-competitive when compared to solid hardwood options. Even more so when you factor in improved yield and reduced waste.

So, Why Choose EWP?

For woodturning applications, engineered hardwoods offer exceptional performance, and the added benefit of supporting local manufacturing.

For us, it’s exciting to see local innovation addressing real industry needs, and we’re thrilled to be in a position to support it.

If you’d like a sample or want to discuss a potential project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’d love to help bring your ideas to life.