Australian Guide to Cladding: Timber Cladding Systems, Options & How t

Australian Guide to Cladding: Timber Cladding Systems, Options & How to Clad Your Home

Table of Contents

Where Our Timber Lining Boards Come From
Why Choose Timber Cladding Over Other Cladding Types
Finishes, Colours and Patterns
Sizes, Profiles and How They're Sold
How To Install Timber Cladding Successfully
Why Customers Love Our Lining Boards
A Complete Guide To Cladding Options

Looking to clad your home with something that brings warmth, history, and true aesthetic appeal? At Mulbury, our timber cladding boards are made in Melbourne from recycled Aussie hardwood. They’re not just another cladding product — they’re part of a sustainable cladding system that’s stood the test of time.

Unlike composite cladding or cement cladding, every piece of our timber is unique. With knots, grain, nail holes and natural texture, each board tells a story. This guide will walk you through the different cladding options available in Australia, why recycled timber stands out, and how to use it on the exterior of your home or for interior feature walls.

Where Our Timber Lining Boards Come From

Our lining boards are salvaged from construction sites across Victoria, where they’ve been weathered for 35 to 50 years. Made from Victorian or Mountain Ash hardwood, they already have proven durability.

In our Melbourne workshop, we mill, plane, and prepare every board so it can be used as part of a timber cladding system that meets Australian Standards. When installed with the right fixings, sealant and flashings, these boards can last a lifetime as part of the facade or interior of your home.

Why Choose Timber Cladding Over Other Cladding Types?

When choosing cladding materials, Australians have plenty of options:

Fibre cement cladding (brands like James Hardie) offers strength and low maintenance, but no natural warmth.
Metal cladding is sleek but can face corrosion in certain environments.
Composite cladding systems and composite materials provide insulation and weather resistance, but they’re manufactured and lack individuality.
Timber cladding, especially recycled, delivers natural character, sustainable sourcing, and a timeless look that no other cladding type can match.

Recycled timber also helps reduce waste, protect old-growth forests, and boost your home’s sustainability credentials. It’s the right cladding choice if you want beauty, eco-friendliness, and energy efficiency.

Finishes, Colours and Patterns

Our boards come in three cladding finishes to suit your exterior finishes or interiors:

Grey – naturally weathered with a rustic charm.
Natural – ready for you to paint, stain, sand, or wax.
White Wash – a coastal-inspired look.

The Natural option allows you to create textures and colours that match your design, giving you the freedom to achieve a timeless look or something bold and modern.

Sizes, Profiles & How They’re Sold

Each board is around 8.5 cm wide, 1–1.5 cm thick, and comes in lengths from 50 cm to 170 cm. Sold by the metre, they’re easy to order — if you buy 10 metres, you’ll get a mix of sizes totalling 10 metres (with a little extra often included).

Our range of profiles makes them suitable for feature walls, ceilings, kitchen splashbacks (with glass protection), or as part of the exterior cladding of your home. Whether installed horizontally or vertically, this cladding can be used in countless creative ways.

How to Install Timber Cladding Successfully

Installing cladding is straightforward when you’ve got the right materials and follow Australian Standards:

Fix with a nail gun, screws, or liquid nails.
Attach to battens or studs for a strong base.
Use proper sealant in high-moisture areas and finish with a marine coating if used externally.
Ensure flashings are in place for water tightness.
Always check BAL ratings (Bushfire Attack Levels) to make sure your cladding complies with the National Construction Code.

When installed correctly, horizontal or vertical, timber cladding is a successful cladding solution that combines weather resistance and low maintenance with natural style.

Why Customers Love Our Lining Boards

Customers choose Mulbury’s timber cladding because it offers more than other external cladding options. It combines:

Aesthetic appeal – authentic textures and colours you won’t find in composite cladding.
Durability – proven through decades of exposure.
Sustainability – supporting zero waste and protecting old-growth forests.

Every board is unique, so your project won’t look like everyone else’s. This choice of cladding adds character, depth, and a genuine story to the exterior finishes or interiors of your home.

A Complete Guide to Cladding Options

There are many cladding options in Australia, but here’s a comprehensive guide to what’s available:

Weatherboards or timber cladding – natural charm, renewable, and stylish.
Fibre cement – versatile but lacks individuality.
Metal cladding – sleek, modern, but can corrode.
Composite cladding – combines materials like cement and synthetics.

Each of these different cladding materials has its place. But if you’re choosing cladding with an eye for aesthetic appeal, sustainability credentials, and the right cladding system, recycled timber is the standout.

Ready to Order from a Timber Supplier You Can Trust?

As an Australian timber supplier, Mulbury makes it easy to order your range of cladding. Simply:

Measure your wall width (for vertical) or height (for horizontal).
Divide by 8.5 cm to work out how many boards you need.
Multiply by the other dimension to calculate metres.
Add 5% for offcuts and fixings.

Not sure? Our team will guide you through selecting the right cladding and quantities. If shipping looks odd at checkout, we’ll double-check it for you.

Cladding Helps You Achieve a Timeless Look

Recycled timber isn’t just another external cladding option. It’s a way to add depth, history, and character to the exterior finishes of your home. With Mulbury, you’re not only enhancing your facade but also making a choice that’s sustainable, stylish, and proudly Australian.

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