Burls & Slabs | Natural Timber Decor

A burl is a growth that forms over a long period of time, to cover an injury that has occurred to a tree. An insect boring a hole into the tree trunk usually causes the injury. Burls yield a very peculiar and highly figured wood, prized for its beauty by many; its rarity also adds to its expense. The burl timber is very hard and has a shorter wood grain pattern than the main trunk wood.

Each burl is a one off and they are in high demand by our clientele.

Contact Alexander Timber Designs on 0413 724 734 to discuss any of these pieces

Blue

This piece is made from a Sydney Bluegum Burl (Eucalyptus Saligna) recovered in Northern NSW from a fallen tree that was almost 50 metres tall. It was estimated to be well over 100 year old. The base is a South Australian Mallee root salvaged after clearing Eucalyptus for grazing. The process began during Early European Settlement and the bases are becoming rarer to obtain.

Myrtle

This Hall Table is contructed from a Tasmanian Myrtle Slab and timbers Nothofagus cunninghamii, the Myrtle Beech. A striking piece with beautiful waves and fiddleback making it alive with character and individuality.

Derwent

A stunning Blackwood Entertainment Unit crafted from a Solid Tasmanian Blackwood Slab and Timbers.

This 2400 long entertainment unit is the epitome of art and function.

A reclaimed Blackwood Slab with lovely wild features and a Natural Edge finish was the inspiration for this six drawer entertainment unit . Including full extension runners, adjustable shelves and on castors, this piece will be enjoyed and admired by family and friends for many year to come.

Off the Map

This commissioned Reclaimed Redgum and Mallee Root combination was a stunning centrepiece for a new home in Brighton.

There is not much to say about this piece except that it was a joy to see the look on the clients face... but heartbreaking to part with.

One of many originals to come.

Murray

Gorgeous reclaimed Redgum Coffee Table and Lamp Table.

These two pieces boast some of the most sought after characteristics of River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis). Beautiful fiddleback and lovely open grain that has been resin filled to admire the three dimensional beauty of the timber throughout.

With milling of this wonderful tree finally stopped, the reclaiming of this species will ensure that these pieces are truly an “Antique for the Future".

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4.9

Based on 23 reviews

Natural Timber Decor

4.9

Janine Hill

08:23 25 Oct 23

Really friendly, down to earth and thourough craft people that consult for your satisfaction!Beautiful custom pieces of furniture and floor stock that are made on the premises as well as / can be finished at your location.

Josh Norwood

00:15 19 Oct 23

We had a custom entertainment unit commissioned by NTD and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thanks again Alex & Brad!

Richard Mo

11:00 27 Sep 22

Delighted with our new furniture. Loved the fact that we got to choose the wood, the quality is excellent. 100% recommend.

Michelle Wallace

04:34 17 Nov 21

Rita is absolutely lovely and their furniture is gorgeous

Kayleen O'NEIL

01:01 23 Aug 21

We would like to thank Rita, Brad and the team at Natural Timber Decor for our beautiful bathroom vanity. We had a vanity disaster with another person who had promised to make a custom vanity for us. The workmanship was such that we could not install it for various structural/code reasons. Rita was amazing, she visited our home to inspect the vanity and gave us her honest opinion. At no time did she push her business on us, she was upset that we had been supplied a terrible product. As our bathroom was ready to go, we visited NTD the next day and spoke to her and placed our order. The vanity they made is stunning, it's solid and exceptionally well made. Our son in law is a carpenter and was blown away with the quality of the build, as we are too. The customer service from Rita, backed up by the skills of Brad and the workshop guys is a winning combination. The friendliness of everyone we have met from NTD reflects their desire to assist, give professional service and provide fantastic products all at a great price was old fashioned customer service. From us, thank you so much for your passion as professional furniture makers and for your support in resolving our issue and making a quality piece. We are indebted to this amazing team and in awe of the work they do and the service they provide. A vanity disaster was turned into a vanity victory thanks to this talented and passionate team. Thanks NTD.Kind Regards,Kayleen and Ian

Felicity Whittle

05:15 27 Apr 21

Les Barnes

01:45 22 Aug 19

Knowledgeable staff that really care about the product they make

Bronwyn Barnes

03:24 09 May 19

I took delivery of my third piece of stunning furniture just the other night. Alex's work is artistry - and everything from design, to choosing the timber to the amazing delivery is a joy to experience. I wouldn't go anywhere else for beautiful, bespoke pieces that make my home sing. Thank-you.

Cecile R

09:09 05 Apr 19

Beautiful furniture. Great customer service

Tony Di Salvo

02:00 28 Mar 19

I can't resist running my fingers over the furniture and sniffing the real wood up close whenever I enter the store ( I must look a little strange lol). Top quality furniture at a reasonable price. I'll be coming back soon.

Leanne Bishop

05:42 01 Feb 19

Such incredibly beautifully crafted furniture which is matched by the warmth and care shown by staff towards those who enter their store.

Jemxs

08:24 21 Oct 18

Chris Callis

02:08 22 Sep 18

Spectacular customer service and lovely staff. Looking forward to working with them on a custom order.

Neville Goddard

02:27 08 Apr 18

Rita, Brad and their team produce beautiful furniture made locally in Greensborough. Our bedroom furniture, delivered and installed personally by Brad, looks as every bit as good as what we saw in the showroom. Thank you from very satisfied customers.

grant castles

20:55 26 Dec 17

Do great work

Linda Mcphee

21:29 14 Sep 17

Thank you so much for making our beautiful furniture!The service from this company is amazing. From start to finish they were fantastic. This family run business truly looked after us from start to finish. The furniture was even ready before the due date. They delivered the furniture personally, a rare thing these days!If you are after good quality, locally made furniture you should visit the showroom.

Paul Snow

00:05 29 Jul 17

Amazing quality furniture. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Will buy more here!!!

Erik Krauklis

05:55 09 May 17

Called in on the off chance that this manufacturer may have some suitable designs for our dining area. Absolutely amazed at the friendliest reception by Rita in the showroom. Great designs and cost. Then and there we ordered a dining table and 8 chairs. They look sensational in our dining area winning compliments from everyone. Half the cost of bespoke wood furniture in trendy Richmond and Fitzroy. All of the furniture is made on the premises. Rita even made a home visit to ensure that our order suited the house.

Quan Minh

02:37 25 Apr 17

Rita is very professional in what she is doing. She gives good advice same as their quality. Very excellent service.Suggest: more online communication and styles

Jenny Davis

08:32 06 Apr 17

Natural Timber Decor made a custom Hall Table to the specifications we provided and we are so impressed with the final product.The quality is amazing and it looks beautiful. It is so nice to buy Australian made furniture from a family owned business. I would highly recommend their products and service.

Wil key

08:38 26 Jul 16

Top notch high quality!

Jason Buccheri

18:55 05 Jul 16

Brad and Rita's service is second to none.

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