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Everything you need to know about JJN Timbers, our workshop, custom projects, timber care, sourcing practices and frequently asked questions.
About
About JJN Timbers
JJN Timbers is a Johannesburg-based hardwood sawmill, slab yard, workshop, and custom furniture destination specialising in giant slabs, live edge furniture, architectural timber, and handcrafted hardwood projects.
From raw log to finished masterpiece, our workshop combines industrial capability with authentic craftsmanship and proudly local personality.
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What started as a passion for real wood and honest craftsmanship has grown into one of South Africa’s most unique hardwood operations.
Today, JJN Timbers works with homeowners, woodworkers, designers, architects, contractors, lodges, restaurants, hotels and hospitality groups searching for authentic hardwood solutions built with scale, durability and natural character in mind.
At the heart of JJN Timbers is a deep respect for natural timber. We believe wood should still look and feel like wood, rich with texture, warmth, grain movement and individuality.
Our workshop specialises in giant slabs, oversized hardwood builds, live edge furniture, floating staircases, bar counters, vanities, shelving, architectural timber and custom commercial installations.
With milling, kiln drying, flattening, sanding, joinery, sealing and fabrication handled in-house, JJN guides projects from raw slab to finished masterpiece.
More than furniture, we are preserving rare timber and building pieces designed to last for generations.
From the mill to your masterpiece.
Showroom
Visit Our Showroom
Walk through our slab yard, showroom, and workshop to experience the scale, texture, and individuality of authentic hardwood slabs, giant roots, architectural timber, and handcrafted furniture.
Every visit offers the opportunity to explore real stock, discuss ideas, and select timber directly from our evolving collection.
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Clients are welcome to visit our Johannesburg showroom and slab yard.
Explore giant slabs, live edge timber, hardwood counters, floating shelves, mantles, vanities, roots, disks, cookies, beams and handcrafted furniture pieces.
Seeing timber in person allows clients to compare species, inspect grain detail, experience slab scale, feel textures and finishes, and better understand the individuality of each piece.
Our team is available to guide clients through slab selection, custom projects and architectural applications while offering practical advice based on the intended space and use.
Designers
Designers & Architects
JJN Timbers collaborates with architects, designers, contractors, lodges, and hospitality groups to create large-scale hardwood applications designed for exceptional spaces.
From giant boardroom tables to floating staircases and architectural timber installations, our workshop supports projects from slab selection to final installation.
LUXURY HOMES
HOSPITALITY PROJECTS
COMMERCIAL INTERIORS
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JJN Timbers specialises in supplying and manufacturing hardwood solutions for luxury homes, lodges, hospitality spaces, restaurants, retail environments and commercial interiors.
Our workshop combines raw timber sourcing, giant slab capability, industrial milling, kiln drying, flattening, handcrafted finishing and architectural-scale production under one roof.
We regularly assist with oversized dining tables, bar tops, counters, shelving, mantles, stair systems, structural beams and custom timber installations.
Clients are welcome to collaborate directly with our team during slab selection to ensure the timber aligns with scale, lighting, finishes, interior palette and intended application.
Remote consultations, digital slab selection and international coordination are also available for long-distance projects.
Orders
How Custom Orders Work
Every custom timber project begins with slab selection, collaboration, and craftsmanship.
Whether visiting our showroom in person or working remotely, JJN guides clients through the complete process from slab selection to final delivery.
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Step 1 – Consultation & Slab Selection: Clients can visit our showroom or work digitally through photographs, videos and consultations to select slabs and discuss project requirements.
Step 2 – Design & Quotation: We finalise dimensions, layouts, steelwork, finishes, joinery and installation requirements before preparing a detailed quotation.
Step 3 – Workshop Production: Projects move through milling, kiln drying, flattening, sanding, joinery, reinforcement, fabrication and finishing within our Johannesburg workshop.
Step 4 – Quality Control & Finishing: Every piece undergoes detailed inspection, sealing, finishing and preparation before delivery or collection.
Step 5 – Delivery & Installation: Projects can be collected, delivered nationally, exported internationally or professionally installed for selected applications.
Every custom project is built around real timber, real craftsmanship and real spaces.
Workshop
Workshop Services
JJN Timbers combines industrial-scale timber processing with handcrafted finishing to support oversized slabs, custom builds, and architectural hardwood projects.
Our workshop is built around large-format capability, precision preparation, and authentic craftsmanship.
Milling
Kiln Drying
CNC Flattening
Joinery
Steel Fabrication
Finishing
Restoration
Custom Fabrication
Oversized Slab Processing
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Workshop services include milling and slab preparation, kiln drying, CNC flattening, sanding and finishing, joinery and reinforcement, steel fabrication, sealing and protective finishes, timber restoration, custom fabrication and oversized slab processing.
Our workshop is designed to handle giant hardwood slabs and architectural timber applications with precision, durability and long-term stability in mind.
Care Guide
Timber Care Guide
Real timber naturally evolves over time through use, climate, and environment.
Best Practice
✓ Keep timber dry
✓ Use timber-safe products
✓ Maintain stable humidity
✓ Support large slabs properly
Avoid
✕ Standing water
✕ Prolonged direct sunlight
✕ Extreme moisture
✕ Harsh chemicals
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Real hardwood reacts naturally to sunlight, humidity, airflow, moisture and temperature changes.
Minor movement, texture changes, hairline cracking and colour variation form part of the natural ageing process of solid timber.
For best long-term performance, avoid prolonged direct sunlight, avoid standing water, maintain balanced indoor humidity, and clean surfaces using soft cloths and timber-safe products.
Large slabs and oversized furniture should always be properly supported and carefully handled during transport or relocation.
With proper care and maintenance, hardwood furniture and architectural timber become even more beautiful with age.
Sourcing
Responsible Sourcing
At JJN Timbers, responsible sourcing is a core part of how we operate.
We prioritise salvaged, reclaimed, invasive, storm-fallen, and responsibly recovered hardwoods over the harvesting of live indigenous trees.
Salvaged Timber
Reclaimed Timber
Storm Fallen Trees
Invasive Species
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Our Sourcing Commitment
JJN Timbers works closely with landowners, farmers, contractors, municipalities, arborists and industry partners to recover hardwoods that would otherwise be discarded, destroyed or underutilised.
Whenever possible, we prioritise timber recovered from:
- Storm-damaged trees
- Land clearing operations
- Invasive species removal programmes
- Responsible salvage opportunities
- Reclaimed timber sources
We do not knowingly process timber originating from:
- Illegal harvesting operations
- Protected species without appropriate permits
- Unverified or undocumented sources
- Unsustainable forestry practices
Where required, incoming timber is subject to source verification, permit review and chain-of-custody assessment.
By recovering and repurposing exceptional hardwoods, we help preserve valuable timber resources while creating unique products designed to last for generations.
Returns
Returns & Natural Timber Policy
Authentic hardwood is a natural material. Every slab, board and handcrafted piece is unique, with its own grain, colour, texture and movement. Understanding these characteristics helps ensure realistic expectations and long-term enjoyment of your timber investment.
Normal Timber Characteristics
The following are natural characteristics of authentic hardwood and are not considered defects:
✓ Grain variation
✓ Colour variation
✓ Natural movement and seasonal expansion or contraction
✓ Knots and natural inclusions
✓ Live edges and organic shapes
✓ Hairline checking and small surface cracks
✓ Figure, texture and density variations
✓ Natural mineral markings and colour shifts
✓ Slight dimensional movement caused by changes in temperature and humidity
These characteristics are part of the beauty and individuality of real timber.
Reportable Issues
Please contact JJN Timbers immediately if you experience:
⚠ Transport or delivery damage
⚠ Manufacturing defects
⚠ Structural failures caused by workmanship
⚠ Incorrect products supplied
⚠ Missing components or hardware
⚠ Serious defects affecting functionality
All transport or workmanship concerns should be reported within 72 hours of delivery or collection, supported by photographs where possible.
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Understanding Real Timber
Timber is a living natural material that continues to respond to its environment long after it has been harvested and manufactured. Changes in temperature, humidity and sunlight exposure may cause timber to expand, contract, develop minor checks or undergo slight movement over time. These are normal characteristics of authentic hardwood and are not considered defects.
Product Selection & Approval
Each slab and hardwood piece is unique. Customers purchasing from photographs, videos, digital approvals or online listings acknowledge that natural variations in grain, colour, texture and appearance may occur between pieces of the same species.
Custom & Bespoke Orders
Custom-built furniture, modified slabs, fabricated projects and products manufactured to customer specifications are non-refundable once production has commenced.
Delivery & Collection
Customers are responsible for inspecting products upon delivery or collection. Any transport damage, shortages or workmanship concerns must be reported within 72 hours.
Environmental Conditions
JJN Timbers cannot accept responsibility for movement, cracking, warping or changes caused by:
- Excessive moisture
- Excessive dryness
- Direct sunlight
- Outdoor exposure where products are not designed for exterior use
- Failure to follow recommended care guidelines
- Improper installation by third parties
Manufacturing Guarantee
Should a genuine manufacturing defect or workmanship issue arise, JJN Timbers will assess the product and may, at its discretion:
- Repair the item
- Replace the item
- Replace the affected component
- Offer a partial refund
- Offer a full refund where appropriate
Timber Care
Regular maintenance and appropriate environmental conditions are essential for preserving the appearance and longevity of hardwood products. Customers should follow all recommended care and maintenance guidelines supplied by JJN Timbers.
Not Covered Under This Policy
- Customer measurement errors
- Changes requested after production begins
- Natural timber characteristics
- Damage caused after collection or delivery
- Improper storage, installation or maintenance
- Third-party modifications
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about timber, slabs, custom projects and delivery.
Do you only sell finished furniture?
No.
JJN Timbers supplies both raw timber and finished hardwood products.
Our stockyard carries one of South Africa’s most unique collections of giant slabs, live edge timber, hardwood beams, roots, cookies, architectural timber and rare hardwood stock. We also craft custom furniture, counters, staircases, vanities, shelving and statement timber installations.
Whether you’re selecting a slab for your own project or commissioning a fully finished piece, our team can assist from timber selection through to final fabrication.
From raw slab to finished masterpiece.
Can I choose my own slab?
Absolutely. Every slab carries its own grain movement, colour variation, live edge detail, texture and natural character, making slab selection one of the most important and exciting parts of the process.
Clients are welcome to visit our Johannesburg showroom and slab yard, or work remotely through detailed photographs, videos, measurements, grain close-ups and digital consultations.
Are your slabs kiln dried?
Many of our slabs undergo kiln drying and moisture preparation depending on timber species, slab size and intended application. Our team will advise on the best preparation process for your specific project.
Do you work with architects and designers?
Yes. JJN Timbers regularly collaborates with architects, interior designers, contractors, lodges, restaurants, hospitality groups, developers and commercial project teams.
We specialise in oversized hardwood capability, custom slab projects, architectural timber applications, hospitality furniture and large-format hardwood installations.
Can you build custom-sized tables and counters?
Yes. Custom builds are one of JJN Timbers’ core specialities, including giant dining tables, boardroom tables, kitchen counters, bar tops, vanities, mantles, floating shelves, stair treads, hospitality furniture and architectural timber installations.
Do you deliver nationally?
Yes. JJN Timbers arranges delivery throughout South Africa and can also assist with export preparation and international logistics for selected projects. Large-format pieces may require specialised transport, rigging, crating or installation coordination.
Can timber crack or move over time?
Yes. Real timber naturally reacts to temperature, humidity, sunlight, airflow and moisture. Minor movement, checking, expansion, contraction, grain opening and hairline cracking are normal characteristics of solid hardwood products.
What timber species do you stock?
Our stock changes regularly, but commonly includes Kiaat, Leadwood, Wild Olive, Tamboti, Acacia, Blackwood, Red Gum, Oak, Pine, Brown Poplar, Matumi, Beefwood, Jackalberry, Cedar, Red Ivory, Black Ivory and many other local and imported hardwood species.
Can you flatten or restore existing slabs and tables?
Yes. Our workshop offers slab flattening, sanding, re-finishing, restoration, sealing, reinforcement and custom timber preparation services for tables, counters, shelving, mantles and oversized hardwood slabs.
Do you sell giant slabs and root systems?
Yes. Giant slabs, oversized hardwood sections and root systems are a major part of what makes JJN Timbers unique. These pieces are often used for statement tables, lodge installations, bars, reception counters, sculptural features and architectural applications.
Can I visit your showroom and slab yard?
Yes. Visitors are welcome during business hours. We strongly recommend in-person visits for large custom projects, slab selection and architectural applications.
How long do custom projects take?
Project timelines vary depending on slab availability, drying requirements, workshop workload, project scale, steel fabrication, finishing requirements and installation complexity. Estimated timelines are discussed during quotation and planning.
Do you source timber responsibly?
Yes. We prioritise salvaged timber, reclaimed hardwoods, invasive species, storm-fallen trees and responsibly recovered timber. We do not process illegally harvested timber, undocumented protected species or untraceable hardwood sources.
Do you only work on large luxury projects?
Not at all. While JJN Timbers specialises in giant slabs and architectural hardwood capability, we also assist with smaller furniture pieces, floating shelves, vanities, turning blanks, timber supply, craft timber, shelving, mantles and one-off custom projects.
What makes JJN Timbers different?
JJN Timbers combines real timber expertise, giant slab capability, industrial workshop equipment, handcrafted finishing, architectural-scale experience and responsibly sourced hardwoods under one roof.
We are preserving exceptional timber, transforming raw slabs into functional statement pieces, and helping clients create spaces built around authenticity, craftsmanship and natural material character.
Ready To Start Your Project?
Visit our showroom, explore our stockyard, or speak with our team about timber, slabs and custom builds.
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