Lifetime Timbers offers quality timber for building retaining walls.
Our timber is expected to last and can be used in both residential and commercial retaining walls. We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service, quick delivery times and competitive prices. We have been supplying the Sunshine Coast with quality timber for over 30 years, so we know what it takes to get the job done right!
We recommend the following Wood for Retaining Walls
Please note: images are for example purposes, retaining wall timber will vary in colour & look.
Retaining Wall FAQ’s
For retaining walls on the Sunshine Coast, hardwood species like Ironbark, Tallowwood, and Spotted Gum are suitable due to their durability and resistance to pests and rot.
To ensure your timber retaining wall withstands tough weather conditions, use high-quality, weather-resistant timber, apply a protective sealant, and ensure proper drainage to prevent water build-up.
Yes, there are regulations for building timber retaining walls on the Sunshine Coast. These include height restrictions and the need for council approval for walls over a certain height. It’s always best to check with your local council for specific guidelines.
Breast Wall
Bulwark
Hoop pine has a much finer grain texture that Radiata.
Hoop is more stable that radiata and mostly stronger.
It’s also less likely to split than Radiata, but has very little grain characteristics.
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Spotted gum, like jarrah and blackbutt, is a good choice for bushfire prone areas.
It has a durability rating of 2, which makes it a good timber for decking. Spotted gum is often plantation grown in Australia, making it a good choice from an environmental standpoint.
It has greater colour variations than blackbutt, ranging from a pale brown to chocolate brown. Spotted gum is a dense timber that shrinks very little compared with other timbers. It has low tannin content, so doesn’t “bleed” like some native timbers do.
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Iron bark timber is a dense wood with very little grain pattern or texture.
Iron bark timber is one of the hardest timbers in Australia which makes it ideal for outdoor fencing, furniture and other hardwearing products.
It has an attractive light to dark brown color and it is often used in flooring, paneling, furniture and cabinetry.
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