5 Best Wood Choices for Australian Wood Cabinets

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The key to exceptional wood cabinets is choosing the right wood. Different woods excel at different things, meaning you want to choose a wood that suits your needs. Even small differences in the wood's grain pattern, colour, or workability can result in completely different end products. In no particular order, these are the five best wood choices for Australian wood cabinets.

1. Tasmanian Oak

Tasmanian oak comes in light colours, ranging from pale yellow to reddish brown. This, in addition to its subtle grain, makes it ideal for staining. It's also easy to work with, allowing for more options when designing wood cabinets. With flexibility in staining and general structure, Tasmanian oak wood cabinets are well-suited to various settings and styles.

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2. Blackwood

Blackwood is known for its gorgeous appearance and workability. It has a distinct golden-brown colour which is often accentuated by reddish streaks and narrow bands of dark brown. As for the grain, it can either be straight or wavy. While a straight grain is easier to work with, the wavy variant is highly valued for its appearance. As if that wasn't enough, blackwood is also very easy to work with. Overall, blackwood is an excellent choice for Australian wood cabinets.

3. Jarrah

Jarrah is a jack of all trades. Not only does it have exceptional strength, durability and rot resistance, but it also comes in a range of colours. While jarrah often comes in deep reds or browns, it can also be found in lighter oranges and yellows. Typically, jarrah's grain is even-textured and coarse but can occasionally include wavy patterns. This breaks up the grain's uniformity and creates visual interest. Due to its versatility, jarrah is a reliable choice that can enhance all aspects of Australian wood cabinets.

4. Hoop Pine

Hoop pine is known for its light colour, straight grain, and fine, even texture. This gives it a relatively plain appearance compared to other types of wood. Because it still has a visible texture, hoop pine strikes a good balance between subtlety and visual interest. While hoop pine is easily workable in most cases, it cannot be steam bent. Hoop pine wood cabinets excel at simplicity. However, with painting or staining, they can also be made to stand out.

5. Spotted Gum

Spotted gum is valued for its coarse, uneven texture and visible gum lines. Though it can have a straight grain, it often has a wavy grain with fiddleback patterns. Both the texture and the grain pattern give spotted gum many interesting visual features. It's common for two pieces of spotted gum to be visually distinct from each other. In terms of colour, the heartwood of spotted gum ranges from brown to pale brown to reddish brown, while the sapwood ranges from pale brown to white. If you want wood cabinets with interesting patterns and textures, spotted gum cabinets are the way to go.

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Smart upgrade to my bedroom
I love my new built-in wardrobe. The mirror-doors are very high quality, my room looks much better. Tal was easy to deal with and very polite. He kept to scheduled appointments and caused no inconvenience while installing the wardrobe. I recommend Tal and would certainly employ him again.
Fiona Lange Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Custom made wardrobe
Tal has been so efficient and reliable. Couldn’t be happier with our completed wardrobe. Thank you so much.
Janelle Chase Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very Happy
I was very happy with Tal's fast response to my enquiry and he followed up with a quote and efficient timeframe to complete the job. I am very happy with my new wardrobe and recommend Tal for his workmanship.
Louise Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Excellent Job Tal!!
Thank you so much Tal, we love our new robes! Will definitely be contacting Tal again for any future wardrobes!
Lilly V Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Efficient, on time and good price
I dealt with Tal he was very efficient, job was perfect on time and price was good.
Yogev H. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great communication
Arrived on time every time, efficiently completed the job very quickly and has created very functional space. Extremely polite and helpful, Thank Tal!
Kylie Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great job man
Great job great man Tal have done a fantastic job now I don’t need to worry about space for my kids clothes anymore 👍🏽
Saar Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Wardrobes
Tal was very professional and provided prompt service from the beginning. Work to our walk in wardrobes, bedrooms and linen closet was completed to a high standard. Highly recommend
Felicity Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Beautiful and functional
Top-notch cupboard installation by Tal. From the initial quote to the final touches, he was efficient, courteous, professional and his work is flawless. Thanks to Tal's expertise, the cupboards in my daughter's room are now beautiful and functional.
Char K. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Finished job is perfect
Tal measured and installed new bedroom wardrobe doors for us. The finished job is perfect, was completed very quickly at a competitive price. Highly recommended service.
Paul Burley Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Love the work!
Love the work! Will definitely recommend you to family and friends!
Sam Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very professional and efficient
Tal was not only prompt but surprisingly affordable for the high quality of work. We took on board his suggestions and are delighted with the results. With the attention to detail and personalised service we highly recommend Royal Wardrobes.
Once again Thank you Tal
Kathy G. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Quality and affordable ‏prices
Good quality and affordable ‏prices the guy was very professional.
TW Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Highly recommend
Highly recommend King Royal! They did my wardrobes and kitchen cabinets so well!! I', very happy with the end result!
Liz Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Recommended
Connected with Royal Wardrobes online, great to deal with and i would recommend them
Regan Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Wardrobe Installation
So happy with their service, communication and reliability. Would absolutely recommend them. It’s hard to find this type of service these days. Thanks so much we are really happy with our wardrobe.
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Claire Withers
I am very happy with installation of wardrobe by Tal of King Royal Wardrobes which was quick and efficient. Tal gave great advice and was very friendly and courteous.
Claire Withers Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
WOW!
We recently had our whole house wardrobes done by Tal. All I can say is WOW! Amazing quality, punctual, very well priced and a great guy to deal with. Finished on time and left us with a smile. Cleaned up after completion. Will definitely not hesitate to recommend to my friends and family.
Yakov Vyater Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great value for money
Great quality, great value for money and we really appreciated Tal's friendliness, expertise and honesty throughout the process. Highly recommend!
Sophia Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Wardrobe looks amazing
Called Tal from Royal Wardrobes, fantastic to deal with and will most likely use again. Thank you for great work. the wardrobe looks amazing.
Gilbert Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
A+
this company very professional the quality is class A+ very reliable and the price was better then any others we are very happy
Tom Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Best design & functionality
Highly recommend Tal and his team. He was able to get the job done in a short amount of time and was able to provided us with best design to maximise functionality and space. The finished job is great.
Bec Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Highly Recommended
We would highly recommend King Royal Wardrobes. Tal made over two very dated wardrobes in our home he did the demolition and then created excellent and very purpose built high quality storage solutions. His work is on time, his prices are competitive and he is friendly. Great work.
Jane and Adam - Mt Eliza Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
BIG Thank you
Thank you very much for great service, love your work!
Amanda B. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very reasonable price
Tal from Royal Wardrobes provide an amazing service at a very reasonable price. Tal has built few wardrobes for me, he is on time, fast, professional, high quality and excellent in providing with the right solutions.

I have only good things to say and will be more than happy to recommend.
Tom W. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Love my new wardrobes
Definitely would highly recommend awesome Tal to anyone who needs amazing wardrobes done speedily, professionally, reliably at very affordable price
Trang Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Highly Recommend Royal Wardrobes
Friendly prompt service. Every promise made was kept and every date agreed Tal delivered to. Super fast turnaround from design to implementation. Installation was a breeze. Tal and the team provide a 5 star service. Highly recommend.
Dean Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
David & Liz Corduff
We sourced Tal to create a set of cupboards in a house we recently purchased. We asked if he could come and measure before we actually took possession which he willingly did. The job was started prior to settlement on the house and delivered/ installed within a short time. Great service!
Liz Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Excellent job
Tal did a great job installing our wardrobe. Competitive pricing, great communication, service and got the job done when he said he would. Will be using again for sure.
Jordan Bolton Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Highly Recommended
Highly recommend King Royal Wardrobes! Tal was responsive, flexible and created four wonderful wardrobe spaces that are both functional and aesthetically impressive. Worth every (affordable) dollar! We'll be returning to Tal and the KR wardrobes team.
Cara C. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Love my new cupboards
Love my new cupboards, thanks Tal and team.
Ray Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great communication
Great communication, arrived on time, every time, efficiently completed the job very quickly and has created a very functional space. Extremely polite and helpful. Thanks Tal.
Kylie Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Very professional and efficient
Very professional and efficient.
Tal was not only prompt but surprisingly affordable for the high quality of work.
We took on board his suggestions and are delighted with the results.
With the attention to detail and personalised service we highly recommend Royal Wardrobes.
Thankyou Tal.
Kathy G. Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Mr. John De Forest
It was an impulse to finally decide and do something about the damaged wardrobe doors. Once I engaged Royal Wardrobes and saw the result and quality workmanship, I was happy and knew I had made the right decision.
John Deforest Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Great experience
Had a great experience with Tal @ King Royal, was easy to deal with arrived when he said he would and did a fantastic job. Would highly recommend.
Leeron Review star 1Review star 2Review star 3Review star 4Review star 5
Amazing work
Thank you for amazing work, pleasant to deal with and very knowledgeable.
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27/09/2023 10:23 AM
Kim from Hepburn enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

After a built in wardrobe in spare bedroom. X.3 m long & X.X5m high. Sliding doors, a mix of hanging space, shelves & drawers & good access above the top shelf to ceiling. White laminate
04/11/2024 8:12 AM
Jordan from Toolangi enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi I was wanting to enquire about getting a quote for the installation of some sliding door wardrobes. We have recently purchased a property in Wangaratta and will be moving in at the end of January.
06/10/2023 8:49 AM
Amar from Running Creek enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi - we need to get some old cupboards redone across X bedrooms. Hoping you can assist us with a quote. Thank you
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Hi I have X wardrobes needing to be done my post code is XXXX
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Steven from Pimpinio enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Need a quote to rework existing wardrobes and storage areas. Located in Southbank. Please TEXT or EMAIL to organise a time for measure and quotations (i'm unable to take calls).
16/12/2024 10:58 AM
Julia from Bael Bael enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi there,
I'm wanting some information about built in robes - your design process and how much detail or information you need in order to provide an estimated cost.
Thanks,
Julia
30/09/2022 8:08 AM
Fiona from Ballarat enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Looking to install a large, floor-to-ceiling wardrobe in master bedroom. Wanting multiple draws and storage to replace and improve current arrangement.
09/05/2023 9:29 AM
Charlotte from Nichols Point enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

I would like to organise a quote for the rearrangement of a bedroom wardrobe layout (less hanging space and more drawers) and some laundry cupboard shelving
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04/10/2023 6:05 PM
Wendy from Hoddles Creek enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi I have X BIWs need to be upgraded: add more shelves and drawers and change hinge doors to sliding doors. Could I please arrange a quote? thanks
27/01/2022 6:58 PM
Cara from Tahara Bridge enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi there, we're building in Warragul and looking to get our WIR fitted out (and potentially X x other wardrobes). Can someone get in touch to discuss? We get the keys at the start of March.
08/06/2023 4:17 PM
Mike from Darraweit Guim enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi, I have two walk in robes and a laundry that needs fitting out. Could I get someone to come out and quote?
11/04/2025 3:26 PM
Belinda from Skibo enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Nice to meet you!
This is Belinda from OBG glass China!
Our factory produce glass mirror,painted glass,tempered glass and acid etch glass.
Hope to work with you.
23/01/2023 10:20 PM
Giuliana from Christmastown enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Please provide a quote for two built in wardrobes with sliding doors.
15/06/2025 12:07 PM
Izabella from Telopea Downs enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

hi there,
looking for door solution for built in study shelves, basically whole wall, floor to ceiling, measuring XXXX wide XXXX high
in Lysterfield.
thanks izabella
12/08/2024 11:24 AM
Brittany from Maffra enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Quote for mirror sliders with powder coated/ matte black frames, rails and tracks. Cavity sizes include Bedroom A - X33h x X08w
Bedroom B - X33h x X56w
Bedroom C - X33h x X19w
24/05/2025 6:24 PM
Jim from Won Wron enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

We have a walk in robe approx X.8 x X that we need fitting out
28/05/2025 9:11 AM
Alexandra from Woorinen South enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

The current wardrobe doors in the X bedrooms are too low & I can't access the top shelf. I need higher sliding wardrobe doors with white glass. The main bedroom wardrobe needs drawers & double hanging
17/02/2022 8:11 PM
Maria from Costerfield enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

XXXX
I have a large X door robe in my bedroom but no drawers or shelving.
02/06/2024 9:43 AM
Julia from Sulky Gully enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi,
I need an inbuilt wardrobe in a very small room.
Idea would be XXXX wide, XXXXmm high and just X50mm deep. Is this pissoble? Price?
Thanks,
Julia
03/08/2023 11:58 PM
Rebekah from Dewhurst enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Looking to redo X wardrobes and add cabinets in laundry
15/02/2023 9:38 AM
Claudia from Cardigan Village enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Ca you please email me you r email address so I can forward you my requirements.
Thnak you
22/01/2022 10:04 PM
Robyn from Marshall enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Interested in a new walk In wardrobe design.
05/03/2023 4:39 PM
Natalie from Numurkah enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hello, I would like a quote on a walk in wardrobe - can you contact me on Tuesday 04XXXXXXXX thank you , natalie
05/05/2025 6:06 PM
Linda from Moonambel enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

I am after getting sliding doors put on a wardrobe
13/01/2022 2:46 PM
Elena from Warragamba enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi I am after a quote to have a wall of floor to ceiling bookshelf built in my home office. Size will be approximately Xm (wide) by Xm (tall) by X.6m (depth). I have photos I can email you. Thanks
24/08/2022 1:48 PM
Kaylene from Gritjurk enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hi
We are after a wardrobe to be built, doors put on X different robes, a hallway cupboard to be re fitted, and two other robes re designed internally. Would like to arrange a quote please. Thanks
03/10/2024 10:53 AM
Hannah from Irrewillipe enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

We have some existing built in wardrobes that are hanging space only and we want to add shelves at the bottom. The cavity is X8x80cm and we'd want the shelves to go to approx Xm high. can you quote?
19/01/2024 9:27 AM
Disha from Caulfield East enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

HIya, im looking for a quote to put up some shelving in my wardrobe It would be a pretty small job as i just need one shelf popped in.
10/04/2025 10:38 AM
Sam from Moglonemby enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

Hello, We are looking at getting a base cabinet with countertop built in for our laundry. We are also looking at building X-2 shelves in our WIR. We would love to get a quote
14/04/2022 8:06 PM
Lee from Burramine enquired about King Royal Wardrobes services.

We are looking for sliding wardrobe doors for two wardrobes - one mirrored. Thanks, Lee
We are looked in Muckleford XXXX

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