Business Details
16 Years
experience
Premium Hardwood & Timber Supplier in Carrickfergus
Established in 2010 by Stuart Rea, Ocean Hardwood has grown into a trusted supplier of premium hardwood and softwood products. Our team combines over 30 years of industry expertise with a commitment to quality, offering a comprehensive range of timber species including American White Oak, Black Walnut, and Sapele. We specialise in sawn planks, machined profiles, and MDF solutions tailored to meet diverse customer requirements. Our FSC and PEFC certifications since 2012 reflect our dedication to sustainable forestry practices.We have contributed to notable projects such as the SS Nomadic restoration and Saphyre Restaurant's interior joinery, demonstrating our capability to deliver precision-engineered timber solutions. Our machining service guarantees custom profiles within 3-4 days, supported by a stockholding of standard and moisture-resistant MDF from Medite. With a focus on customer collaboration, we cater to both traditional joinery sectors and contemporary architectural demands while maintaining rigorous quality control standards.
Services
Hardwood Supply
Softwood Supply
Custom Machining
MDF Products
Worktop Manufacturing
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- FSC and PEFC certified since 2012 for sustainable timber sourcing
- 30+ years combined industry experience in timber processing
- Custom machining service with 3-4 day lead times
- Suppliers to high-profile heritage and architectural projects
- Comprehensive stock of standard and moisture-resistant MDF
Associations and certifications
- FSC
- PEFC
Services
Hardwood Supply
We supply a comprehensive range of American and European hardwood species in sawn plank form. Our inventory includes Oak, Ash, Sapele, and exotic timbers like Wenge, available in multiple thicknesses from 1" to 4". All products meet FSC and PEFC sustainability standards while maintaining competitive pricing structures.
Custom Machining
Our advanced machining capabilities produce custom timber profiles for architectural joinery and construction applications. Using precision equipment, we create architraves, skirtings, claddings, and deckings with 3-4 day turnaround times. This service supports both traditional and contemporary building projects across Northern Ireland.
MDF Products
We stock Medite-branded standard and moisture-resistant MDF in thicknesses from 3mm to 30mm. Our range includes veneered options with Oak, Ash, and Sapele finishes. This product line caters to cabinet makers, furniture manufacturers, and interior contractors requiring dimensionally stable sheet materials.
Worktop Manufacturing
Our solid timber worktops combine traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering. Available in multiple hardwood species, these surfaces feature precision-machined edges and sustainable construction methods. Each worktop undergoes rigorous quality checks before dispatch to ensure dimensional accuracy and finish quality.
Softwood Supply
We provide sustainably sourced softwood options including Siberian Larch, Western Red Cedar, and Douglas Fir. These timbers suit both structural applications and exterior cladding projects. Our stock includes standard sawn sizes while maintaining compliance with responsible forestry certification schemes.
People
Stuart Rea
Founder
Stuart established Ocean Hardwood in 2010 following 30 years' experience in timber processing. His expertise spans hardwood machining, sustainable sourcing, and architectural joinery applications. Stuart leads the company's commitment to quality and environmental responsibility.
Questions
Are your timbers FSC certified?
Yes, we have maintained FSC and PEFC certifications since 2012. Our timber sourcing complies with sustainable forestry management standards.
What machining services do you offer?
We provide custom profile cutting for architraves, skirtings, claddings, and deckings. Most profiles can be completed within 3-4 working days.
Do you supply exotic hardwoods?
Yes, we stock standard species like Oak and Ash while sourcing exotic timbers such as Teak and Wenge upon request.
What MDF options are available?
We stock Medite standard and moisture-resistant MDF from 3mm to 30mm thickness. Veneered options include Oak, Ash, and Sapele finishes.
Can you supply worktops?
Yes, we manufacture solid timber worktops in multiple hardwood species with precision edge profiling and sustainable construction methods.
What softwood options do you provide?
We supply Siberian Larch, Western Red Cedar, and Douglas Fir in standard sawn sizes for structural and exterior applications.
