Product Range
Australian Hardwood
Prepared for external screening, batten and architectural applications.
Decking Grades
Available in Standard & Better and Utility appearance grades.
TAN-E Treatment
Prepared using TAN-E treatment for external durability and outdoor service conditions.
Set Length Packs
Commonly supplied in set-length packs for efficient installation.
Our Screening Range
DTM Timber supplies Australian hardwood screening products for residential, commercial and architectural outdoor applications. Screening is commonly used where privacy, shade, visual separation and natural hardwood appearance are required.
Screening products are generally supplied in Standard & Better and Utility appearance grades, with grading based on the natural features permitted in the finished product. Appearance grading aligns with recognised industry practice and relevant provisions of AS 2796 – Timber – Hardwood – Sawn and milled products, where timber is sorted according to visible features and presentation requirements. Appearance products are graded differently to structural products, which use stress grades such as F-grades.
Screening is commonly supplied in set length packs, making it suitable for repeatable batten layouts, screen panels, privacy screens and façade-style applications. Products are supplied treated using TAN-E for external service conditions.
Standard & Better Screening
Standard & Better screening combines higher appearance grades into a practical product range suited to visible screening, batten and architectural applications. This grade grouping provides a cleaner and more consistent appearance while still allowing the natural colour, grain and feature variation expected in Australian hardwood.
Standard & Better screening is commonly selected where the finished presentation is important, including privacy screens, front fences, outdoor rooms, feature battens and commercial landscape projects. Natural features such as gum veins, small knots, insect markings and colour variation may still occur within allowable grading limits.
This grade is well suited to applications where the timber remains visible and forms part of the finished design.
Common Applications
Key Features
- Privacy screens
- Architectural battens
- Outdoor rooms and enclosures
- Feature fencing<
- Commercial landscape screens
- Façade and visual screening applications
- Cleaner appearance grade
- Suitable for visible applications
- Natural hardwood colour and grain
- Available in set length packs
- Supplied with TAN-E treatment
Australian hardwood screening is a natural product. Variation in colour, grain and feature characteristics should be expected as part of the finished appearance.
Utility Screening
Utility screening is supplied for applications where function, durability and economy are prioritised over visual consistency. This grade permits a higher level of natural feature variation, making it suitable for practical screening applications where a more rustic or varied appearance is acceptable.
Utility grade screening may include features such as gum veins, insect markings, surface checks, small knots and other natural imperfections within acceptable grading limits. It may also include shorter length material depending on pack and product availability.
This grade is commonly selected for larger external projects, practical screening, landscape use and applications where the timber is viewed from distance or where appearance variation is acceptable.
Common Applications
Key Features
- General privacy screening
- Landscape screening
- Boundary screens
- Commercial outdoor areas
- Service area screening
- Large-scale batten installations
- Practical and economical grade
- Greater natural feature variation
- Suitable for external use
- May include shorter lengths
- Supplied with TAN-E treatment
Utility grade screening allows greater colour variation, natural features and visual inconsistency compared with Standard & Better grades.
Screening Profiles & Set Length Packs
Hardwood screening is commonly supplied as narrow boards or battens used to create privacy, shade, visual separation and architectural detail. Profiles and sizes may vary depending on species, machining requirements and product availability.
Screening is often supplied in set length packs, making it suitable for repeated spacing, modular screen panels and consistent installation layouts. Set lengths can assist with planning, waste control and efficient installation across fencing, façade and landscape projects.
Common screening and batten sizes include smaller rectangular and square sections depending on application and product availability. Correct spacing, fixing, ventilation and ongoing maintenance are important for long-term external performance and appearance retention.
Common Applications
Key Features
- Horizontal screening
- Vertical batten screens
- Privacy fencing
- Façade screening
- Outdoor feature walls
- Landscape and garden structures
- Available in selected profiles
- Commonly supplied in set lengths
- Suitable for horizontal or vertical installation
- Machined for external applications
- Natural hardwood durability
Set length packs can assist with consistent layouts, installation efficiency and reduced on-site waste.
Australian Hardwood Species
DTM Timber supplies screening in selected Australian hardwood species suitable for external applications. Species availability may vary depending on profile, set length pack, size and current supply.
Australian hardwood screening is commonly selected for its natural durability, colour variation and suitability for exposed outdoor environments. Different species offer varying colour tones, grain patterns, hardness and natural feature characteristics to suit both residential and commercial applications.
SPOTTED GUM
Spotted Gum is a highly regarded Australian hardwood known for its attractive appearance, durability and versatility. Its natural colour variation and distinctive grain make it a popular choice for both contemporary and traditional screening applications.
Best suited for:
- Privacy screening
- Architectural feature screens
- Residential developments
- Outdoor living areas
- Commercial landscapes
IRONBARK (Grey/Red)
Ironbark is one of Australia’s hardest and most durable hardwood species. Its exceptional strength and long service life make it ideal for screening applications where durability and performance are important considerations.
Best suited for:
- Commercial screening projects
- Public spaces and parks
- Feature fencing
- High-exposure environments
- Heavy-duty landscaping applications
DARWIN STRINGYBARK
Darwin Stringybark is a durable northern Australian hardwood valued for its strength, stability and consistent appearance. It provides an attractive and practical solution for a range of screening and outdoor applications.
Best suited for:
- Privacy screens
- Garden screening
- Outdoor structures
- Residential developments
- Landscaping applications
SPECIALTY/MIXED TIMBERS
Specialty and Mixed Hardwoods offer a range of appearance and performance characteristics, providing flexibility for projects requiring a unique look or specific design outcome.
Best suited for:
- Architectural screening
- Feature projects
- Custom landscape designs
- Commercial developments
- Premium residential applications
- Applications
Australian hardwood screening is used across residential, commercial and landscape applications where privacy, shade, visual separation and natural hardwood appearance are important, including:
- Privacy screens
- Feature fencing
- Architectural battens
- Outdoor rooms and enclosures
- Façade screening
- Landscape and garden structures
- Screening Grades
STANDARD AND BETTER
A mixture of Select and Standard grades allowing some natural features, including gum veins, insect markings, surface checks and small knots, while maintaining durability and structural performance.
UTILITY
Allowing a higher level of natural features, including gum veins, insect markings, surface checks, knots and other natural imperfections. Utility grade may also include shorter length material.
PROFILES & PACKS
Available in selected profiles and set length packs to support consistent screening and batten layouts.
- Key Information
- Treatment Systems
Screening products supplied treated using TAN-E for external durability and service performance.
- Grading Standard
Screening appearance grading aligns with recognised industry practice and relevant provisions of AS 2796.
- Australian Hardwood Species
Screening may be available in selected Australian hardwood species including Spotted Gum, Ironbark, Blackbutt, Tallowwood and Grey Gum.
- Set Length Packs
Screening is commonly supplied in set length packs to support repeatable layouts and efficient installation.