Traditional plank on frame
The classic method — timber planking fastened over a shaped frame, honest and repairable for generations.
A build shaped around you
Start with an idea, finish with a launch
A custom new build gives an owner the chance to create the boat they actually want, rather than compromising around what already exists.
Whether the client has a clear design in mind or only the beginning of an idea, Adelaide Timber Boatworks can help shape the brief, select the right construction method and build a timber boat suited to their needs, lifestyle and waterway.
Construction methods
The right method for the boat
Cold moulded construction
Thin timber veneers laid in layers and epoxy-bonded, for a light, strong and stable hull.
Strip plank
Narrow timber strips edge-glued and sheathed — fair, robust and well suited to a range of designs.
Plywood, epoxy and glass composite
Modern composite methods where light weight, low maintenance and strength are the priority.
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Custom timber boats
A custom new build gives an owner the chance to create the boat they actually want, rather than compromising around what already exists.
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Built around the owner
Whether you have a clear design in mind or only the beginning of an idea, we help shape the brief and build a boat suited to your needs, lifestyle and waterway.
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Traditional skill, modern methods
We combine traditional boatbuilding skill with modern materials and construction methods, choosing what best suits the design and the way the boat will be used.
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Designed for long-term use
A well-built timber boat should serve for decades. We build with longevity in mind, so the boat rewards care rather than demanding constant repair.
Ready to build something?
Bring us your idea, however early it is. We'll help shape it into a timber boat worth building.