Timber and Wood Products

Purple Heart Bespoke Handcrafted Carpentry specialises in creating high-quality, handcrafted wood pieces that combine traditional techniques with modern design.

Each product, from cutting boards to intricate wood carvings, showcases exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Using the finest materials and sustainable practices wherever possible, Purple Heart ensures durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal in every piece.

Premium Woods

The choice of premium wood is essential to achieving durable, high-quality, and beautifully crafted products. Purple Heart Wood proudly works with an exquisite range of timbers, each offering unique characteristics.

Commonly Used Species of Wood by Purple Heart Wood

Purpleheart

  • Quality: Extremely hard and dense, offering exceptional durability.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Naturally resistant to wear, rot, and insect damage.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: A vibrant purple hue that deepens over time for striking visual interest.
  • Tangibility: Smooth texture that finishes beautifully, enhancing its natural beauty.

Oak

  • Quality: Known for strength, durability, and longevity.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Resists scratches and dents, making it ideal for high-traffic areas.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Prominent grain patterns with rich, warm tones.
  • Tangibility: Heavy, sturdy feel perfect for furniture and flooring.

Padauk

  • Quality: Hard, resilient, and highly stable.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Naturally resists decay and insects.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Bold red-orange colour that deepens to a rich brown.
  • Tangibility: Smooth finish that enhances its vivid colour and texture.

Walnut

  • Quality: Strong, stable, and highly workable.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Resists warping and shrinking.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Deep brown hues with striking grain patterns.
  • Tangibility: A luxurious, smooth feel adds elegance to any design.

Maple

  • Quality: Dense and durable, with excellent impact resistance.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Highly resistant to wear and abrasion.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Light, creamy colour with subtle grain, ideal for contrast.
  • Tangibility: Smooth surface finishes to a sleek, polished look.

Cherry

  • Quality: Hard and dense with outstanding durability.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Resistant to impact, perfect for furniture.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: Rich, reddish-brown tones that deepen over time.
  • Tangibility: Smooth surface finishes beautifully, highlighting its natural charm.

English Bog Oak

  • Quality: The UK’s rarest and most valuable timber, semi-fossilised over thousands of years.
  • Hard-Wearing Nature: Unique stability despite its ancient origins.
  • Aesthetic Appeal: A dramatic dark hue formed by tannin and iron reactions, offering unmatched depth and character.
  • Tangibility: Fragile in its raw state but, once stabilised, perfect for luxury furniture and decorative pieces.

The Unique Appeal of Purple Heart Wood’s Timbers

Each type of wood brings distinct characteristics, ensuring every piece we craft is one-of-a-kind. The natural variations in grain, colour, and texture create unique beauty that mass-produced items cannot replicate. These premium woods enhance durability, functionality, and timeless appeal, making them perfect for bespoke creations that add charm and elegance to any space.