Introduction
Hardwood and Cypress timbers have a wide range of applications in landscape projects from pedestrian bridges to decking, street furniture to shade structures and retaining walls to edging in gardens. This guide covers some common applications.

Other associated technical information may be found within the referenced technical guides.
 

Acknowledgments

• Timber Manual, National Association of Forest Industries Ltd., Canberra.
  
• Residential Timber Decks, Timber Research and Development Advisory Council, Brisbane.