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The Hilton Melbourne South Wharf was also able to specify timber building materials to be supplied from a sustainable source.

Eco Timber Group won the contract to supply more than 10km of spotted gum for decking and timber that was specified for use throughout the hotel. Spotted gum timber is well suited to a project aiming for Green Star accreditation, as it is sustainably grown in Queensland.

Director Rupert Dowd says the main challenge of the contract was being able to source enough timber to meet the project's scale and time schedule. His company initially worked with the architects to ensure the most suitable timber was specified for the various parts of the project, and later liaised closely with the builders to maintain the required flow of the product.

One of the company's specialities wide floorboards was sourced and customised especially for this project.

Eco Timber's products are used for flooring, benchtops, posts and beams, with the company offering its expertise to clients in the sourcing, supply, design and installation of architectural timber. The company also offers a range of new and recycled stock in a choice of local and international timber species.

For more information, contact Eco Timber Group, 418 Burnley St, Richmond, Vic 3121, phone (03) 9421 6866, fax (03) 9421 6877. Email: rupert@ecotimbergroup.com.au, or visit the website: www.ecotimbergroup.com.au.

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