A Guide to our Timber Range & Finishes
Choosing the right timber is one of the most important steps in bringing your project to life. The tone, grain and texture can enhance the way a space feels, from calm and minimal to moody and magical. We handcraft our pieces using a variety of premium timbers, each with its own personality and charm. Here’s a closer look at our timber range and finishes we offer, so you can find the perfect piece for your next project.
See what it looks like in your home with our timber samples.
Tasmanian Oak
Tasmanian Oak is a versatile Australian hardwood sourced primarily from the mountain regions of Tasmania, Victoria, and southern New South Wales. Known for its straight, even grain and smooth texture, it presents a warm tonal palette ranging from pale cream to soft pinks and light browns, occasionally with subtle golden or reddish hues. Its consistent appearance and natural brightness make it a popular choice for contemporary and minimalist interiors.
For designers, Tasmanian Oak offers a clean and calming base, perfect for spaces that call for warmth without overpowering visual contrast, and ideal when layering pale timbers, neutral tones, or soft textures.
Blackbutt
Blackbutt is a robust Australian hardwood from the Eucalyptus family, native to the eastern coast of Australia. Named for the darkened base of the tree after bushfires, it features a clean, straight grain and smooth texture. Its warm, nutty tones range from pale golden to light brown, making it a versatile choice for interiors, especially those styled with lighter, neutral palettes. Known for its strength and durability, Blackbutt is both a practical and beautiful timber option.
For designers, Blackbutt offers a timeless foundation. Its consistent grain and warm tones bring natural warmth to moodboards, pairing effortlessly with stone, metal, and neutral textiles for a grounded yet elevated aesthetic.
Spotted Gum
Spotted Gum is a premium Australian hardwood, prized for its dynamic grain patterns and natural character. Native to the forests stretching from Victoria through New South Wales to Queensland, it earns its name from the mottled bark that sheds in flakes, revealing distinctive spotted markings. The timber’s colour palette ranges from deep chocolate browns to pale straw hues, often in a single board, creating striking visual interest. When back-sawn, Spotted Gum can reveal beautiful wavy grain and occasional fiddleback figuring, making it a favourite among architects and designers seeking bold contrast and movement in their material palette.
For designers, Spotted Gum brings a sense of organic drama. Its tonal variation and rich texture provide an ideal anchor for layered interiors, especially when aiming for contrast, warmth, or a statement finish.
American Oak
American Oak is a premium imported hardwood, sourced from sustainably managed forests in North America. Valued for its strength and beauty, it displays a striking range of tones from pale blonde to warm golden brown. Its pronounced, cathedral-style grain and open texture give it character, while its relatively consistent colouring and grain uniformity make it a popular choice for clean, refined interiors.
For designers, American Oak delivers balance. It brings warmth and texture without overwhelming a palette, making it ideal for modern, minimalist, or Scandinavian-inspired spaces that call for natural timber with a harmonious finish.
American Oak - Natural Finish
Our bespoke Natural finish celebrates the warm, honeyed tones of American Oak, bringing out its golden hues and subtle grain detail. This versatile finish pairs effortlessly with a wide range of colours and materials, making it ideal for enhancing any space.
For designers, the Natural finish offers a timeless, neutral base, perfect for layering textures and tones while maintaining a warm, organic feel.
American Oak - Light Finish
After years of refinement, we’re proud to offer our exclusive Light finish for American Oak, a signature look unique to Loughlin Furniture. This soft, tonal treatment brings forward the cooler, subtle grey undertones in the timber, while retaining the natural grain that defines its character.
For designers, the Light finish provides a contemporary edge, perfect for coastal, minimal, or Nordic-inspired palettes that require softness without losing timber warmth.
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American Oak - Aged Finish
Developed by the Loughlin Furniture team, our Aged finish enhances the inherent character of American Oak through a custom ageing process that deepens the grain and darkens its tones. The result is a moody, refined aesthetic with rich golden-brown hues and dramatic texture that highlight the oak’s open grain structure.
For designers, the Aged finish delivers depth and distinction, and is ideal for adding a bespoke, luxurious touch to darker, more atmospheric interior schemes.
American Walnut
American Walnut, also known as Black Walnut (Juglans nigra), is a premium hardwood native to North America, celebrated for its rich colour and refined grain. Ranging from golden caramel to deep chocolate brown, each board reveals a blend of straight and flowing grain patterns, creating depth and visual warmth. Its luxurious tones and natural lustre make it a standout choice for refined interiors and statement pieces.
For designers, American Walnut offers unmatched sophistication. Its moody richness and timeless elegance pair beautifully with natural stone, brass accents, and darker palettes for a truly elevated look.
American Oak Veneer - Natural, Light and Aged Finishes
Our Real Timber Veneer features a thin layer of genuine American Oak that beautifully captures the rich grain, texture, and unmistakable warmth found throughout Loughlin Furniture’s timber range. Offering an eco-conscious alternative to solid timber, our veneer maximises the utility of each tree and supports a more sustainable supply chain. Through close collaboration with our suppliers, we have ensured that our American Oak veneer maintains the essence of our signature Natural and Light timber finishes.
Real American Oak Natural, Light & Aged Veneer are now available across our Valley Range.
Chat with our team to explore the options for your project, or order timber samples to find the one that feels right for your home.
