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Hurford’s are a third generation family business, strongly dedicated to the native hardwood timber industry with over more than 90 years of trade.

About Hurford's

Hurford’s are a leader in the timber industry. Deeply committed to advancing and perfecting the craft and technology behind our renowned products whilst maintaining stewardship of the Earth’s resources.

Our History

The Hurford Group of Companies was founded in 1932. With an innovative approach to value adding and achieving a competitive edge on flooring and hardwood products, Jim Hurford set a course for the company name to grow steadily and strongly in high quality timber manufacturing.

From humble beginnings the facilities have expanded to rank solidly alongside both New Zealand, Australian and International competitors. The Hurford Group now spans across multiple tiers of the timber industry being a primary producer, manufacturer and wholesaler.

The integrated Hurford business covers the entire supply chain from the management and harvesting of forest resources, processing, manufacturing, sales and distribution of wood products in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.

Backed by a strong track record Hurford Wholesale is forging ahead, strengthening existing business relationships with its customers while exploring new opportunities to enhance its sustainability.

Our Locations

Hurford’s service the whole of New Zealand with our Showroom located in Albany, Auckland (appointment only) with distribution a mere minutes from the Port of Tauranga in Mt Maunganui. Our Auckland headquarters showcase our full range of quality Cladding, both Engineered and Solid Flooring, Decking, Timber Wall Lining and much more.

We welcome the public, architects, builders, developers, designers and resellers to visit as we have dedicated employees offering technical advice, product support and stock availability.

Our specialised team provide our customers with options of product samples, brochures and technical specifications.

Why Choose Hurford's

The Hurford Group

Covers the entire supply chain from the management and harvesting of forest resources, processing, manufacturing, sales and distribution of wood products around the world.

Third Generation Family Business

Founded in 1932 Hurford’s is a third generation family business, strongly dedicated to the native hardwood timber industry and celebrating over 90 years of trade.

Environmental Awareness

Hurford’s have purchased over 5,000 hectares of land and have commenced a planting program that will see more than 25,000 new plantation eucalypt saplings established each year.

International Business

Hurford’s have access to a variety of markets all over the world. We have international branches based in Australia, North America and France.

Nationwide Distribution

Our distribution centre is located in close proximity to the port at Mt Maunganui, and our showroom in Albany, Auckland. Hurford’s are able to efficiently service the whole of New Zealand.

Variety of Timber Species

Strong relationships forged over the decades with producers both domestically and internationally allow Hurford’s to source an impressive variety of native and exotic specialty timbers.

Our Brands

Hurford’s are a leading timber wholesaler and offer a large range of products and species across many ranges.

Testimonials

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