Timberboard
Engineered laminated timber boards designed for large-format surfaces, stable joinery, and controlled performance in tropical conditions.
What Is Timberboard?
Engineered for Purpose.
Built for Strength.
Timberboard is an engineered finger-joint laminated board (FJLB) manufactured by bonding kiln-conditioned timber lamellas into stable, large-format panels.
By finger-jointing shorter timber sections and laminating them into wide boards, Timberboard achieves dimensional control that solid planks of the same size cannot reliably deliver in tropical environments.
The system is available in single-species construction for visual consistency, or as Woodlam’s reclaimed blend, Re[W]aste, which transforms production offcuts into expressive, structural-grade surfaces with full material traceability.
function
Architectural
product form
Finger-Joint Laminated Board
Suitability
Interior & Semi-Exposed
Species
Jabon / Meranti / Re[W]aste
Applications
Door Panels & Joinery Components
Acts as a stable core for doors and custom joinery. Supports precision machining, consistent thickness, and repeatable detailing across multiple units.
Furniture & Table Tops
Engineered for wide formats that would be unstable in solid planks. Suitable for tables, counters, benches, and fixed furniture elements requiring flatness and structural integrity.
Feature Walls
Creates large, continuous timber surfaces with controlled grain and colour variation. Ideal for statement walls where visual rhythm and material authenticity are central to the design intent.
Interior Ceilings
Provides a solid-wood ceiling solution with improved dimensional control. Suitable for flat or linear ceiling applications in residential and hospitality interiors.
Why Timberboard Turns Wide Timber Surfaces into a Safe Design Choice
Engineered Stability
Finger-jointed lamellas and block lamination reduce natural wood movement, delivering reliable flatness and predictable behaviour for joinery and architectural surfaces.
Large-Format Capability
Available in lengths up to 4.9–5.9 metres, Timberboard enables bold, continuous surfaces with fewer joints, reducing installation complexity and visual interruption.
Single-Species or Reclaimed Choice
Choose clean visual uniformity with single-species boards or embrace the distinctive character of Re[W]aste reclaimed timber, depending on design intent and sustainability goals.
Joinery-Grade Precision
Controlled manufacturing tolerances support clean installations, accurate edge alignment, and consistent outcomes across repeated elements.
Species and Face Options
jabon
Natural
Lightweight and cost-effective panels for furniture, joinery, and feature walls.
Typical density: ≈ 450 kg/m³
Visual grade: AB (Clean)
Source: Indonesia
Meranti
Natural
Richer tone and higher density for premium joinery and architectural applications.
Typical density: ≈ 590 kg/m³
Visual grade: AB (Clean)
Source: Indonesia
re[w]aste
Natural
Reclaimed character panels for ESG-focused interiors and brand spaces.
Typical density: 450–590 kg/m³
Visual grade: Character Grade
Source: Reclaimed Indonesia
Performance Characteristics
Dimensional Stability
High
Block lamination and finger-jointed construction reduce natural wood movement for reliable long-term performance.
Moisture Content
12 – 14 %
Kiln-conditioned for stable performance in tropical interior environments.
Moisture Movement
0.25 – 0.35% per 1% MC change
Standard movement allowance for interior hardwoods; requires appropriate detailing and expansion gaps. Design must allow for normal timber movement.
Thermal Performance
Low Conductivity
Contributes to comfortable surface temperatures and slight thermal insulation.
Is Timberboard Right for Your Project?
Timberboard is not a decorative veneer panel. It is an engineered laminated timber system.
It is most effective when:
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large solid-wood surfaces would be unstable
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joinery precision and flatness matter
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material honesty is part of the architectural intent
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reclaimed timber is required for ESG or brand positioning
If your project depends on wide timber surfaces that must stay straight, machine cleanly, and age predictably in tropical conditions, Timberboard should be specified early.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Timberboard more stable than solid timber panels?
Yes. Finger-jointed and block-laminated construction significantly reduces the natural movement found in wide solid planks, especially in humid tropical environments. Stability depends on correct detailing, sealing, and installation.
Can Timberboard be used in exterior applications?
Timberboard is suitable for interior and selected semi-exposed applications when specified with appropriate species, ventilation, and protective coating systems. It should not be directly exposed to weather without protection.
Will Re[W]aste boards look uniform?
Re[W]aste is a reclaimed character product. Variation in tone and grain is expected and should be embraced as part of the design intent. For uniform appearance, single-species boards are recommended.