1. Braai & Fireplace wood, Anthracite, Eco logs

Do you deliver wood?

Yes, we do. We deliver to the majority of cities and towns in South Africa. As well as export to numerous countries abroad.

How many bags must I order to qualify for delivery?

The minimum quantity Namibian firewood bags for delivery are 10 bags.

Do you sell your wood as loose pieces?

No, we only sell our Namibian Hardwood in pre packed bags.

What do the bags weigh?

We alter the bag weight dependant on demand. In general though we provide 18kg bags for private home deliveries and 7kg, 10kg, 12kg, 15kg, 18kg and 20kg for retail outlets.

Do I have to order one type of wood with a minimum quantity of 10?

No, you can mix the different types of firewood, as long as the total is 10 bags. We offer a variety of combinations of wood.

Do I get discount if I buy more than ten bags?

Yes. We offer a sliding scale price discount dependant on the amount of bags you order.

Do you do unpacking?

Yes, we do, we charge a nominal fee per bag. Please click here to add unpacking of wood to your order, or for more details.

How do I order wood?

There are three ways to order. Either by telephone, sending an email, or ordering on the online store.

How do I pay for my wood order?

We prefer an EFT payment prior to delivery, or online by Credit card / Debit card.

Why do you deliver so late in the evening?

The offloading times and traffic play a big roll. At some places the offloading takes longer than other places. Most cases clients do not answer their phones when we phone them 30minutes in advance and we either need to wait, or move over to the next delivery and return to the client’s house. Some deliveries takes longer to offload than other. During our busiest times, the delivery times can be from 07:00am to 21:00pm. We do offer a VIP service to deliver same day, or select your specific date and time.

Can you give me an exact time you will deliver?

Unfortunately it is very difficult to give an exact time, as the offloading times and traffic play a big role. The team follows a route from point A to point Z, and that is why your delivery might be at the end of the delivery day. We do offer a VIP service to deliver same day, or select your specific date and time.

Is there a minimum quantity if I collect bags at the warehouse?

No there is no minimum quantity if you collect from our warehouse or outlets.

Where can I buy your wood?

Either at our warehouse in Durbanville, or at out two outlets in Tableview or Westlake.

Do you sell wood in Johannesburg or anywhere else in the country but Cape Town?

Yes we do. Although we do not have an outlet in Johannesburg, we do deliver via courier.The minimum order to deliver to Johannesburg or anywhere else in the country, is 55 bags. That is one pallet of 1 ton. You can add extras like charcoal, briquettes, firelighters and kindling, with the total weight of the pallet not being more that 1.1 ton.

How long does it take to receive my pallet?

As soon as we receive the payment, we prepare the pallet. Once it is ready, we drop it off at the depot. They take between 3 to 5 working days to deliver the pallet to your driveway.

What is the difference between Sekelbos/Sickle Bush and Kameeldoring wood for braai?

Sekelbos/Sickle Bush has a bigger and hotter flame. The Sekelbos burns slightly shorter than the Kameeldoring, but is a very popular choice.

Where do you get your wood from?

We import all our wood from sustainable sources out Namibia.

Apart from fire, what other uses are there for the wood?

Our wood can also be used for decorative purposes.

Are there any toxins in your wood?

No, there are no toxins in our wood…wood such as rooikrans, blue gum, wattle, black wattle, bloekom, any other eucalyptus, contains harmful gums and oils which will destroy the taste of your meat once braai-ing or contaminate your fireplace, living room and chimney with an awful smell.

How many pieces are inside the bags?

It depends on the diameter of the wood, but it can be anything from 18-30 pieces.

What are the names of the different types of wood?

Sekelbos/Sickle Bush, Kameeldoring/ Camelthorn , Swarthaak / Blackthorn and Mopani / Mupane

Between all kinds of wood, which one is the hardest?

If you compare wood types bulk density factors, it is quite clear which are the hardest:

  • Mopani / Mupane = 1200kg p/m3
  • Kameeldoring/ Camelthorn = 936 kg p/m3
  • Sekelbos/Sickle Bush = 825 kg p/m3
  • Swarthaak / Blackthorn = 758 kg p/m3

 

Which type of wood is best for braai?

Mopani / Mupane is becoming hard to harvest due to heavy restrictions in some areas of Namibia.  Longest burning wood; however has the lowest amount of generated heat and lower flames, but coals that could last all through the night until the next day.

Kameeldoring/ Camelthorn is the all famous ‘best wood’ for almost any occasion…great all-rounder.. Simply cause of the name however density factors of this kind may differ from batch to batch, depending of which area in Namibia it originates from as older trees tend to be denser and grown in-between rocks whereas the younger trees grow in the open fields / dessert lands.

Sekelbos/Sickle Bush is very famous for the ‘next level’ braai wood after local Rooikrans, view glasses of wine and high heat

Swarthaak / Blackthorn doring mix is famous for the 85cm high flames it provides. VERY hot flames, and generally a quicker braai will apply. Awesome for pizza ovens, and or open fireplaces and burns very aggressively.

Do you sell big logs?

Yes, we sell big logs as well, same 18kg sized bags, and any of the woods we sell.

How much space does the wood take up?

Wood is sold in 18 kg bags.

Space required for storage:

  • 10x bags: 1.0 cubic meter (m3)
  • 15x bags: 1.5 cubic meter (m3)
  • 25x bags: 2.5 cubic meter (m3)
  • 55x bags: 5.5 cubic meter (m3)
  • 110 bags: 11 cubic meter (m3)
  • 165 bags: 16.5 cubic meter (m3)
  • 220 bags: 22 cubic meter (m3)
I know Namibian hardwoods are best for braai, what about fireplace wood?

Wrong! Namibian firewood works BEST for fireplaces too! It is far more economical than to use local woods. Some people prefer local woods, but they don’t mind spending 30minutes to lights the fire, and use a packet of firelighters to get the actual fire going.

Which wood is best for my open fireplace?

Depending on what we have in stock and really personal taste; it’s always great to start your fireplace with our doringmix Or Sekelbos / Siclebush firewood as the flames burns up to 90cm tall, and being the hottest. After 15minutes, it’s always good to throw some bigger logs Camelthorn or Mupane onto the fire, after which you can basically forget about your fireplace until late.

 

Which would you recommend for my combustion fireplace?

Depending on what we have in stock and really personal taste; it’s always great to start your fireplace with our doringmix Or Sekelbos / Siclebush firewood as the flames burns up to 90cm tall, and being the hottest. After 15minutes, it’s always good to throw some bigger logs Camelthorn or Mupane onto the fire, after which you can basically forget about your fireplace until late.  Depending on what we have in stock and really personal taste; it’s always great to start your fireplace with our doringmix Or Sekelbos / Siclebush firewood as the flames burns up to 90cm tall, and being the hottest. After 15minutes, it’s always good to throw some bigger logs Camelthorn or Mupane onto the fire, after which you can basically forget about your fireplace until late.

 

Why is Namibian hardwoods better than Oak, Wattle, Pine or Bloekom to burn in a pizza oven or fireplace?

Namibian hardwood firewood burns clean, does not contain any gum, oils and is always dry. These dirty, Oak, Wattle, Pine or Bloekom wet species gives off harmful smoke and actually destroys the window of closed combustion fireplaces. Also the glue clogs up the air vents, and gets stuck inside the chimney, therefore extra maintenance is needed to clear your chimney.

Some customers prefer the invader sekelbos / siclebush to be a little green as it burns better and keeps it's coals for longer too, yet this does not affect the burning at all.

Depending on what we have in stock and really personal taste; it’s always great to start your fireplace with our doringmix Or Sekelbos / Siclebush firewood as the flames burns up to 90cm tall, and the hottest. After 15minutes, it’s always good to throw some bigger logs Camelthorn or Mupane onto the fire, after which you can basically forget about your fireplace until late.

 

Why does the quality of the wood have more white or is lighter in colour than my previous buy?

Due to the fact that it is a natural product, different weather conditions have a big impact on the soil conditions such as more rain fall than other regions of Namibia. Therefore harvesting practices differ all over Namibia. Open sand fields or rocky areas are the main cause of the end quality of the hardwood. If that certain area is very sandy, the actual tree grows a lot easier than trees growing in rocky areas being denser as they grow slower. Unfortunately we cannot control what nature provides.

 

2. Charcoal, Pressed Charcoal logs and Briquettes

 

What is charcoal?

A porous black solid, consisting of an amorphous form of carbon, obtained as a residue when wood, is heated in the absence of air.

How do you sell the charcoal?

It comes packed in 5kg bags for domestic use, and 10kg Larger pieces for Restaurants use.

What is your Briquettes made of?

Pressed crushed charcoal suitable for any BBQ, Webber braai, or heating / cooking.

What is Pressed Charcoal logs?

Exactly what it says. Longer pieces that burns up to 4 hours. This is more effective / economical and more eco-friendly than any type of lumpwood charcoal or briquettes. Sold in 10kg boxes.

 

3. Firelighters, potjiewood, kindling

 

Is fire starters also hardwood?

Yes, it is. It is made from the 3 types of wood we sell.

Do you sell ‘Blitz’?

We have our own branding firelighters. The quality is the same as ‘Blitz’.

 

4. Mupane roots and Wild vines

 

What is the use of vines?

It can be used in snake tanks and bird cages. These beautiful and unique pieces of wood are favorites with inquisitive and active birds like parrots. The vines can also be used as decorative features in modern homes and establishments as focal points and centerpieces.

Will wild vines sink in my fish tank?

Yes it will after 2 days. Just anchor it with fish line for the time being.

Is it harmful to fish?

No it’s not..

Why are Mopani roots so beautiful?

Mopani roots, with their amazing and unique shapes and colors, can be used in so many ways to enhance your home, garden and tables. Namibian Hardwood Pty Ltd. is sought out by many Wedding Planners, Interior Decorators and Designers, as well as Landscapers and Horticulturists, for individual and specialized pieces for their work. We sandblast the roots and make sure that the product you receive is unlike any other. No other piece will be ever be the same. Each one is unique.

 

Mopani roots can be used in aquariums and vivarium’s and as decor for modern homes or as center pieces on tables at functions.

For how long can Mopani roots stay in an aquarium?

It is safe to use  in aquariums for long periods.

Do you treat the Mopani roots?

No, we don’t treat the Mopani roots.

What is the shape of Mopani roots?

We have different shapes and sizes of the Mopani root available. Each piece is unique.

How do you take care of the Mopani roots?

The roots are stored in a clean and dry area.

Where do you get Mopani roots from?

We get our Mopani roots from Namibia.

Is your charcoal made from hardwood or softwood?

Our charcoal is made from hardwood only.

Do insects damage vines?

Yes, insects can damage vines.

 

Differentiate between Mopani roots and vines?

There is a longer process in preparing the finished product  involved.

What kind of tree are vines?

Two kinds of vines.

What is the use of t-vines?

It can be used as a bird stand.

Why are vines more expensive than Mopani roots?

There is a longer process involved.

What kind of tree is vines?

Vines are climbing or trailing woody-stemmed plants, related to the grapevine.

 

 

5. Gemstones

 

What are the names of the stones you sell?

Adventurene, African Turquoise, Blackstone, Budstone, Red Jasper, Riverpebbles, Rosequartz, Sodalite, Unikite, Whitequartz, Verdite, Transvaal Jade.

All are sold loose by KG, OR packed in 2, 5, 10, 20kg bags depending on the need.

 

6. Other

 

What different products do you sell?

Horns, vines, shells, Mopani roots, stones, desert sand, various  skins such as Springbok, Zebra and Nguni, warthog tusks, braai equipment, charcoal and briquettes.

What can the horns be used for?

Kudu horns are extremely popular and used extensively for making Shofars. The horn inners are also cleaned and polished to a brilliant white and used to make lamp-stands, chandeliers and many other ornamental and decorative items.

How long is one kudu horn?

We have a variety of sizes available. From 30cm up to 120+cm.

Can you name the different types of horns?

Kudu, Springbok, Wildebeest and Buffalo horns.

What are the ostrich shells used for?

The shells can be used for decorative purposes.

How do you sell ostrich shells?

We sell the Ostrich shells per box of 24

What is the use of the abalone shells?

It can be used as decorative pieces or to make jewelry like necklaces and rings

 

7. Head Office related

 

How long are you open per day?

We are open from 8am - 5pm on Weekdays and from 8am - 3pm on Saturdays. We are closed on Sundays.

Can I come and see the owner to resell his items?

Yes you can, please contact us through the website or phone us during office hours.

 

8. Deliveries & Shipping rates

 

What is VIP shipping for and who will use it?

For private home deliveries Only. Skip the waiting list for our Namibian hardwood firewood home deliveries  by choosing your day and time for a delivery. We run a separate vehicle for this service. The price of VIP shipping is R400 and is subject to change and availability; as well as delivery confirmation.

What is economy shipping for and who will use it?

For all delivery locations and subject to delivery schedules. The price of economy shipping starts from R60 and delivery is subject to change after confirmation.