We Almost Lost Purpleheart Forever. Here’s How We’re Saving It.
We Almost Lost Purpleheart Forever. Here’s How We’re Saving It. Imagine a world without the vibrant, regal hues of Purpleheart wood gracing our homes, furniture, or even the fretboards of cherished guitars. This iconic...
Why Caribbean Construction Is Booming: The Data Behind the 50% Timber Demand Surge
Why Caribbean Construction Is Booming: The Data Behind the 50% Timber Demand Surge The Caribbean is experiencing an unprecedented construction boom, reshaping skylines and economies across the region. At the heart of this transformation...
Why Engineers Are Choosing This Guyanese Timber Over Steel for Marine Projects
Why Engineers Are Choosing This Guyanese Timber Over Steel for Marine Projects Steel has long been the go-to for marine construction. But there’s a natural material from Guyana that’s quietly outlasting and outperforming it:...
Why Purpleheart Timber Stands Out — And How to Specify It With Confidence
Why Purpleheart Timber Stands Out — And How to Specify It With Confidence Ever seen timber that’s genuinely purple? That’s Purpleheart: exotic style, remarkable strength, and—when sourced responsibly—a sustainable choice for standout projects. Here’s...
Your million-dollar dock could be getting eaten alive. Here’s what you need to know.
Your million-dollar dock could be getting eaten alive. Here's what you need to know. Every year, marine borers destroy waterfront infrastructure worth millions. These wood-eating organisms—shipworms and gribbles—burrow into submerged timber, hollowing it out...
🌊 Burada Timber – Strength Beneath the Waves, Beauty Above
🌊 Burada Timber – Strength Beneath the Waves, Beauty Above When it comes to timber that can thrive in the harshest marine environments while retaining natural elegance, Burada stands in a league of its...
🌊 Stop replacing timber. Start building to last.
🌊 Stop replacing timber. Start building to last. Last month, I watched a contractor tear down a 5-year-old pier in the Caribbean. Cost to replace? $2.3 million. The reason? Standard timber couldn't handle the...
🌍 From Sawmills in Guyana to Luxury Resorts in the Caribbean: Building Golden Arrow Timber Ltd.
🌍 From Sawmills in Guyana to Luxury Resorts in the Caribbean: Building Golden Arrow Timber Ltd. When I founded Golden Arrow Timber Ltd., my vision was simple: connect sustainable hardwoods from Guyana with high-end...
🌑 Black Kakaralli Timber – Strength Meets Timeless Beauty
🌑 Black Kakaralli Timber – Strength Meets Timeless Beauty Deep, rich tones. A fine, even texture. Built to last for decades in the harshest conditions. That’s Black Kakaralli — one of Guyana’s most dependable...