Kaltimber’s mission is to bring reclaimed tropical Ulin ironwood into architecture while helping reduce demand for newly harvested Ulin.

We supply long-lasting reclaimed Ulin decking, flooring and architectural hardwood products for homeowners, architects, builders and hospitality projects seeking durable and responsible timber solutions.

Kaltimber reclaims and recycles tropical hardwoods from Kalimantan for residential, hospitality and architectural projects worldwide.

Kalimantan Recycled Timber aka Kaltimber was launched in 2009 in response to a need for genuine reclaimed wood markets in Bali. The company is built on the principles of a deep love and passion for Indonesia's forests, and a desire to protect what is left.

In this protection approach Kaltimber is replanting around 2.000 ironwood trees every year.

The Bali operation currently employs 27 full timers highly skilled wood workers.

Our specialty is termite-resistant A1 rated exterior grade hardwoods Ulin ironwood. We supply character-filled lumber as is, or re-mill to create beautiful products to add warmth, character history to any home.

Our policy is to only source our woods from structures that are genuinely slated for demolition, and that will either not be replaced or only be replaced with wood harvested from legal and/or sustainable sources.

Our objective is reducing pressure on Indonesia's forests by promoting recycled timber as a viable and environmentally-sound alternative.

Our commitment is to provide long-lasting reclaimed hardwood products with exceptional quality, transparency and value.

 

Our Expertise

Kaltimber specializes in reclaimed Ulin ironwood processing, manufacturing and architectural applications for luxury residential and hospitality projects. Our expertise includes reclaimed hardwood decking, flooring, wall panelling, ceilings and custom architectural components.

 

Our Process

  1. Reclaimed wood sourcing

  2. Material verification

  3. Deconstruction and recovery

  4. Milling and processing

  5. Drying and stabilization

  6. Finishing and quality control

 

Our 100% recycled ironwood Factory

Boards selection process

Boards selection process

Factory supervisor Mr. Rai setting our double planner

Factory supervisor Mr. Rai setting our double planner

jointer planner
strapping time
moulding stand by
Radial operator Mr. Wira working a custom order

Radial operator Mr. Wira working a custom order

Factory’s head Mr. Sukra feeding the 6 spindles moulding

Factory’s head Mr. Sukra feeding the 6 spindles moulding

Customer satisfaction is our priority, their reviews is our pride.

“It’s been since 2016 you guys installed my beautiful outdoor walkways and steps... They are performing beautifully (no surprise!)... I’m bringing back some solar light components from the US, and will stop by so we can do some experimenting with designs for new pathway lights!”
— Jackie P., Villa Sawah, Bali
“We have worked with Kaltimber three times now— replaced our staircase and large wooden floor, bought decking for a pool, and also bespoke countertops. Professional service, beautiful work, wonderful materials; what more could you want!”
— William Ingram & Jean Howe, Umajati Retreat, Bali
“Delighted with the beautiful ironwood that Kaltimber supplied. My 4000 sq-meter deck blends beautifully into the surrounding nature, bringing the outside in.”
— Chris Bromwich, Rote island
“Kaltimber has been working with us for a couple of years now on our decking replacement. We chose reclaimed Ulin decking for a variety of reasons such as aesthetic, durability, termite proof and of course the story that we can tell our guests. We have done all of our public space decking and 17 villas so far with Kaltimber. Working with Kaltimber has been great, they keep their promises and are flexible, thanks.”
— John Bunnell, Technical Advisor, BVLGARI RESORT, Bali

 Brands who trust Kaltimber, you'll be in good company:

 

Kaltimber in the News over the years

 

February 2024 interview by Bali Business Review

 

Jakarta shimbun

Earth-friendly woodworks: reclaimed wood goods from Kalimantan

by Kaori KITAI

Bali-based journalist Kaori Kitai visits Kaltimber's new showroom after its relaunch in April and checks out the new product lines including the Seafarers Collection, a range of reclaimed teak and ulin furniture made by master carpenters from Sulewesi and designed by Frank Hyde.

Read the full article »

Bali Advertiser

Kaltimber: The good wood building option 

by Cat WHEELER, Greenspeak

Greenspeak columnist Cat Wheeler interview three great speakers at the Kaltimber Green Living Showroom opening event on April 30th. Environmental housing consultant Dave Hodgkin talks about the four principles of responsible building and botanist Cam Webb talks about the illegal timber trade and its impact on forests. 

Jakarta Post

Building to last protects forests

by Trisha SERTORI, Contributor, Gianyar

Article discusses the illegal trade in Ulin, its slow growth rate, and why it so important to protect the last remaining standing stocks of the species. Kaltimber managing director Alex Ryan is interviewed by Trisha Sertori.

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Bali Style Magazine
Vol. 6, NO. 5

Kaltimber home featured on front cover

In this 10-page editorial, Kaltimber owner Alex talks about the rewards of building from reclaimed wood, the building in Bali experience and her love of Indonesia. Alex is interviewed by Bali Style magazine's Adam Fenton.

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KOMPAS


Ulin makin langka dihutan Kalimantan 

(Ulin increasingly hard to find in Kalimantan forests)

Endemic to the islands of Borneo & Sumatra, Ulin trees in South Kalimantan are estimated to have decreased to 20% of the original natural stands 40 years ago. Nowadays trees with a height of 35 meters are hard to find, and a 20cm diameter Ulin tree is rare. Even 10cm diameter trees are being cut down for timber. Ulin is a slow developing tree which grows at a rate of less than one centimeter per year. Uncontrolled logging is fueling the extinction of Ulin.

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BALI ADVERTISER


Ship to shore  

by Cat WHEELER, Greenspeak

Ship to Shore article in Greenspeak section, by Bali resident Cat Wheeler. Cat talks to Kaltimber owner Yoga about regulations on Kaltimber and building the business. Other reclaimed wood suppliers in Bali are featured.

 
 

Tell us about your project

Our showroom

The Kaltimber warehouse, factory, sales office and showroom is in the town of Batuan, just south of Mas and Ubud.

What can you find at the showroom? 

Everything wood-related! Ironwood flooring and best decking samples, fixtures and fittings, wood-finishing products, homewares and furniture, wood experts, any information about reclaimed timber you ever wanted to know, design inspiration, lumber, countertops, panelling, duckboard and more.

Opening hours

Kaltimber’s showroom is staffed 6 days a week Monday to Friday from 8.30am – 4.30pm and Saturday from 8.30am - 12pm.

(closed Sundays)

 
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