Introducing Spotted Gum by Crafted Hardwoods
Australian timber, reimagined for mindful movement by MAKARLU
At MAKARLU we are proud to be partnering with Australian company Crafted Hardwoods for our innovative new MAKARLU product lines – Pebble, Drift, Hook and Dot. These exciting new products will all be available in strong, stylish Spotted Gum by Crafted Hardwoods.
The Crafted Hardwoods Difference
Not every tree is given the chance to shine once harvested. Crafted Hardwoods works with timber that is often overlooked — smaller logs or pieces considered “too imperfect” for traditional milling. Through innovation inspired by nature, these resources are given new life as strong, stable hardwood with unique grain and character.
The process is both thoughtful and precise. Logs are rotary peeled to maximise yield from every tree. Using advanced bonding technology developed with nanoscience, the layers are carefully pressed back together into large solid billets of timber. The result is a high-performance hardwood that is consistent, durable, and versatile — all while minimising waste at every stage.
This means every MAKARLU product made with Crafted Hardwoods Spotted Gum isn’t just beautiful — it’s part of a bigger story: making smarter use of the forest, reducing waste by transforming more of each log into something lasting, and supporting local Australian manufacturing that keeps skills, jobs, and value in our communities.
What is Spotted Gum?
Spotted Gum is one of Australia’s most treasured timbers, long appreciated not just for its strength but for the way it feels — grounding, warm, and naturally beautiful. It carries the quiet story of the forest in every grain. Rich tones, flowing ribbons, and natural markings give it a tactile warmth that connects you to nature with every touch.
In your movement practice, Spotted Gum offers:
- Grounded strength, steady and supportive through each roll, stretch or release.
- Natural warmth of timber that feels alive in the hand and soothing to the senses.
- Lasting beauty, every piece with its own character, designed to be part of your ritual for years to come.
When you choose a MAKARLU product in Spotted Gum, you’re supporting wellbeing beyond the body — it’s a commitment to forests, communities, and future generations.
Each piece is a way to connect body and mind through something honest and lasting. It carries with it the ingenuity of Australian science and design, and the hands of local craftspeople who bring skill, care, and character to every product.
The Crafted Hardwoods Technology
The sustainable process used by Crafted Hardwoods converts low-value timber resources into new hardwoods with properties that match or exceed those of mature trees, in a fraction of the time!
