Hardwood is produced from both evergreen and deciduous trees.  Common examples are Oak, Maple, Iroko, Teak, Mahogany, Ash, Birch, Walnut, Elm and Sycamore. Hardwoods are sawn and sorted into different grades, the higher quality material being sought after by the furniture and joinery industry.  Common uses of hardwoods in the UK market are:

• Constructional purposes, especially Oak
• Flooring
• Decking
• Cladding
• Joinery applications
• Furniture manufacturing