Rare Woods SA

Rare Woods SA SA's Leading Timber Merchant - with branches in Cape Town and the Garden Route (Knysna). Come in, you can buy 1 plank or 1000.

Our extensive stockholding - the largest and most diverse in Africa - ranges from popular species like Oak and Beech, to highly exotic timbers like Ebony, Cocobolo or the Rosewoods (of which we have 7 varieties!). Whether you are a cabinetmaker, designer, large manufacturing concern or simply a hobbyist.....
...Rare Woods is THE place to buy wood!!

28/05/2026

African Rosewood – A Namibian beauty 🤩🇳🇦

We searched high and low and the wait felt endless, but we have finally found some!

We have new stock in 26mm, 38mm and 50mm thickness. There are some beautiful wide boards in there. Needs a few weeks of kiln-drying but once dry this stock will not last long.

[email protected]
www.rarewoods.co.za

20/05/2026

European Chestnut — warm light to medium brown tones with similarity to Ash or Oak 🌳

Naturally resistant to rot thanks to its tannins, making it a popular choice for exterior cladding in parts of Europe.

Get in touch for pricing.

[email protected]
www.rarewoods.co.za

12/05/2026

MAY FEST 2026 🪵🤩💪

We would like to thank you all for contributing to an extremely special day!

It is always so enjoyable to see the combination of intense scrutiny, careful decision making, and relaxed gees from our beloved woodworking community.

Only 52 weeks to wait until the next one!

A special shoutout to our vendors:
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REM Machinery

08/05/2026

Our team is in full prep mode for our Annual Clearance Sale tomorrow! 🤩🪵

Expect plenty of stock, incredible deals and something for every woodworker, maker and project.

Get here early - the best pieces won’t hang around!

⏰ 07:30am - 1pm
📍5 Bertie Ave, Epping

CLIENT SHOWCASE - .tech 🌿Based in Cape Town, Leafy Tech is a family-run artisan woodworking company creating bespoke tim...
06/05/2026

CLIENT SHOWCASE - .tech 🌿

Based in Cape Town, Leafy Tech is a family-run artisan woodworking company creating bespoke timber pieces with skill, care and attention to detail.

Blending traditional craftsmanship with CNC technology, their team produces custom furniture and woodwork that celebrates the natural beauty of timber.

We’re proud to supply Leafy Tech with quality timber for their handcrafted work!

29/04/2026

Only 10 days to go until MAY FEST - our legendary once-a-year Warehouse Clearance Sale! 🤩🪵

Let us know in the comments what projects you’re planning with this year’s sale finds ⤵️

24/04/2026

We have filled some palbins in our Hobby Shop with a range of smaller items for the hobbyist woodworker.

These are a trove of unusual treasures, so lean over and dig in! 🤩🪵

Open from 8am-5pm on Monday-Thursday, and 8am-4pm on Fridays.

📍Visit us at 5 Bertie Ave, Epping

From the West coast of Canada to the Southern tip of Africa, the long wait is over... we have received Oregon (Douglas F...
15/04/2026

From the West coast of Canada to the Southern tip of Africa, the long wait is over... we have received Oregon (Douglas Fir) in 152x50 and 152x26 in both Clear and Merchantable (knotty) grades. 🙌

Get it while it’s available as the lead time on more stock is around 6-8 months these days.

[email protected]
www.rarewoods.co.za

09/04/2026

Brown Maple — sourced from the heartwood of maple trees🍁

With a warm, varied colour palette of brown, tan and cream streaks, this specie makes stunning hardwearing floors.

We stock it in 26mm thickness only, get in touch for pricing.

[email protected]
www.rarewoods.co.za

It is that time of the year again! Mark your calendars... our annual sale will be on the Saturday the 9th of May.We have...
31/03/2026

It is that time of the year again! Mark your calendars... our annual sale will be on the Saturday the 9th of May.

We have started our preparations and cannot wait to see you there 🤩🙌

Address

5-7 Bertie Avenue
Cape Town
7460

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27215352004

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