James Henry Ltd

04/09/2024

It's Throwback Thursday - so time to revisit the solid Oak parquet floor that we installed in Prefab - Eatery & Events Hall.

Large solid Oak parquet pieces were laid in a basket weave pattern, with the original piece size being reduced slightly and a double-border added as the design progressed. Beveled sides and ends ensure the individual identity of each parquet piece is retained.

jameshenry.co.nz/project/american-white-oak-parquet-prefab-function-centre-wellington/

19/08/2024

Thank you for the shoutout Hutt City Builders Limited. We were pleased to be involved!

31/07/2024

It's looking up! The Rimu ceiling paneling that we produced looks outstanding in this historic conversion project.

The honey tone of the Rimu creates a warm glow that makes the space feel cosy and inviting - fabulous for cold days like today.

Cosgrove Goodwin Architects Ltd

19/07/2024

From time to time we get slightly unusual requests. This ‘cat door’ allows the cat to get to his food, but keeps the always-hungry labrador out.

Made from recycled Matai floorboards to match the floor and finished with Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus 2C - Pure. Our client purchased the handle from a street market on her travels through southern Spain.

18/07/2024

The distinctive Te Wharewaka o Pōneke function centre sits on the edge of Wellington's Whairepo Lagoon and needed a standout floor to suit it's eye-catching design.

Nearly 15 years ago, the James Henry team installed Recycled Matai T&G floorboards in 83mm x 20mm size over 230m2 in the Hui room. As the substrate is a heated concrete slab, managing the moisture content of the timber carefully was essential.

10/07/2024

Here's a peek at a day in the life of one of our installation crews!

Our engineered European Oak flooring can be prefinished in 40+ colours, including the Mint White finish shown in this example.

Here Finley and Ben are installing 300mm wide floorboards by direct fixing to the subfloor with a full trowel-applied adhesive.

19/06/2024

For those attending the Wellington Design Library's trade event today, we look forward to seeing you!

We have some exciting new displays up and for those not attending today's Design Day event we encourage you to have a look through our area when you are in the Design Library next, or make an appointment to chat with us about your project.

Wellington Design Library

11/05/2024

A great week in Perth, an Australasian Timber Flooring Association - ATFA board meeting and checking in with our supplier of recycled Jarrah timber - we loaded another container ready to ship.

Jarrah is an excellent timber - hard, stable, attractive and also exterior durable. And as salvaged timber it’s unarguably sustainable - No trees were harmed!

24/04/2024

This replica fishermen's cottage needed to look as if it had stood for decades so James Henry created bespoke recycled timber wall lining and supplied uplifted floorboards for this quirky and cosy Clarks Beach cottage.

The floor is made from salvaged Matai T&G floorboards, while the wall and ceilings are lined with Rimu T&G. This timber was custom run to have a sawn face and includes random board widths from 100 to 220mm to add charm to this already charming project.

19/02/2024

Our 'New from Recycled' Heart Matai T&G flooring looks superb in this beautiful kitchen. We installed the Matai floor then finished it with water-based polyurethane.

We'd love to talk to you about timber flooring options for your home!
jameshenry.co.nz/contact-us/ or 0800 526 374

Honour Creative
📸by Bonny Beattie

24/01/2024

This recycled Rimu floor warmly welcomes you inside.

Our 'New from Recycled' flooring is perfect for infusing new builds with character from day one. We were very pleased to be involved with this exceptional Passive House project with the teams at Robertson Architects and QualMax Construction. James Henry supplied and installed recycled Rimu T&G flooring that we manufacture in Petone and finished with Rubio Monocoat Oil+2C in 'Pure' to enhance the natural tones of the Rimu.

03/01/2024

We're wild about wider floorboards. These 300mm wide engineered Oak floorboards look amazing in this Greytown home built by the team at Elmdale Building Company.

Wider boards in a feature grade show more of the organic beauty of the Oak. Our range of engineered European Oak flooring is available in board widths up to 300mm and comes prefinished in one of Rubio Monocoat's 40 standard colour finishes - including the ever popular colour 'White 5%' as seen here.

07/12/2023

Parquet in progress - this recycled Heart Matai parquet floor is being installed by our team and looking spectacular already.

We can't wait to see the finished result!

14/11/2023

Rimu timber reclaimed from demolished buildings is transformed by James Henry into beautiful flooring, including recycled Rimu parquet.

Our recycled parquet is both impressive in looks and the sustainable story it tells. Manufactured in Petone and shipped nationwide.

https://jameshenry.co.nz/product/mixed-grade-rimu-parquet-70-x-10mm/

19/10/2023

It's an honour to be a finalist in the 2degrees Wellington Regional Business Excellence Awards for 2023!

Our team work hard to deliver beautiful timber floors for our clients, so having our staff be acknowledged this way is very special.

16/10/2023

The latest edition of Wairarapa Lifestyle Magazine includes an editorial spotlighting our French Oak Stave parquet flooring.

This exceptional residence in Riversdale was constructed by the Elmdale Building Company team. We thoroughly enjoyed working with them to craft this extraordinary floor for this special home.

Look out for the magazine if you are out & about in the Wairarapa - it's a fun read!

11/10/2023

Ironbark is an excellent choice for timber flooring, especially for busy households. Its remarkable hardness surpasses that of numerous other timber varieties, making it exceptionally durable. It also looks spectacular!

We've recently installed this Ironbark flooring – doesn't it look fantastic?

Learn more: https://jameshenry.co.nz/wood-species/ironbark/

03/10/2023

English Oak wooden floor at Tate Modern - patina by 10,000 footsteps. What’s not to love about this?!

03/10/2023

We're hiring - pass it on!
We've got a strong history of training people. Some of our best staff started with us as trainees, joined an apprentice program to become tradesmen and progressed into leadership roles.
Know someone who might like to join our team - please encourage them to get in touch.

We’re looking for a trainee who is interested in learning the trade of a Timber Floor Installer and or Floor Sander and Finisher. Is this you?! We install...

21/08/2023

We're proud to announce that this stunning recycled Jarrah parquet floor was awarded runner-up in the Solid Recycled Floor category at the Australasian Timber Flooring Association - ATFA 2023 Awards!

Recycled Jarrah parquet was selected for its rich colour and durability, and installed in a basketweave pattern for a distinctive touch. This floor is full of character and looks as if it’s always been there, fitting perfectly in this 100 year old apartment building.

15/08/2023

We're proud to announce our showroom's Jarrah barn door was awarded runner-up in the Avant Garde category at the Australasian Timber Flooring Association - ATFA 2023 Awards!

Produced from recycled Jarrah floorboards, sustainability meets craftsmanship in this beautiful barn door. A big thanks to our amazing team who make it all possible.

09/08/2023

Looking out the window and dreaming of warmer days to come?

Like the daffodils on this table and the sun spilling in through open doors, our recycled Rimu flooring brings the beauty and warmth of the outdoors into your home, even on the coldest Winter days.

03/08/2023

It was fantastic to be involved in this remarkable project, especially when it's driven by the passionate teams at QualMax Construction and Robertson Architects. The recycled Rimu floor we fitted and finished in this home is representative of the expertise, elegant design and forward-thinking that shaped this warm and welcoming home.

01/08/2023

Congrats to the Maridale Construction team for their award winning work.

We are proud to have supplied and installed the winning home's recycled Rimu floor which you can see here: https://archipro.co.nz/project/off-the-grid-featherston-maridale-construction-ltd

Congratulations to the team at Maridale Construction for taking away the:

GOLD AWARD 🏅 &
SUSTAINABLE HOME AWARD 🏆

at the Master Builders awards last night for their entry “Off the Grid” build in Featherston👏👏

A big thank you to everyone who made this possible - our amazing team, our lovely clients and the judges! A fantastic event with lots of great entries for 2023 !

03/07/2023

Step into this charming kitchen featuring an engineered European Oak floor by James Henry. This beautiful space was designed by Kerryn Dunshea Interior Design and is the perfect haven for gathering, cooking, and creating moments to be treasured for a lifetime. The Oak flooring is finished with Rubio Moncoat Oil+2C accentuating the timeless character of the Oak.
📸: Bonny Beattie

15/06/2023

Help us decide! Which color finish on Oak makes your heart skip a beat? 🤎 Share your thoughts: Ash Grey or Castle Brown?

Ash Grey: Sophisticated and calming, it brings modern elegance to any space.

Castle Brown: Warm and inviting, it embraces Oak's natural beauty with timeless charm.

Let us know your preference in the comments! Wishing you an inspired and creative Friday!

09/06/2023

What are your weekend plans? Our go-to destination in Martinborough is The Petit Tasting Room on Kitchener Street. Indulge in the superb local wines they craft while relaxing in this enchanting spot.

The standout feature is the French Oak parquet floor - a spectrum of colours, thanks to the Oak being recycled from wine production. This celebration of the tones found in both red and white wines leaves you to relish the best of both worlds without having to pick sides. Cheers to that! 🥂

01/06/2023

If you're interested in passive homes and sustainably-sourced building materials you should read this article.

Saved from landfill, then transformed into beautiful flooring - the recycled Rimu flooring produced and fitted by James Henry in this special home encapsulates both NZ's past and future.

Thank you to Robertson Architects and QualMax Construction for designing and building such a remarkable space for us to fit the timber floor and stairs within.

Recycled Flooring in this Passive House makes a Warm and Welcoming Statement

15/05/2023

A timeless and warm colour choice for this engineered European Oak floor we installed for our clients. The deep brown tones add character to the wood grain, showcasing the Oak's natural patterns and organic textures - the perfect setting for busy days and cosy nights.

This colour finish was achieved by using a Rubio Monocoat Precolour in 'Mystic Brown' and finishing with Oil Plus 2c in 'Bourbon'.

Interior design by

21/04/2023

"We work with people we absolutely trust, who go over and above every day to give Wellington a venue that will last another 100 years” says Town Hall project director Bede Crestani.

James Henry are proud to be part of restoring this iconic building back to the world-class performance venue that is has been - and will be again.

There’s a lot to love about the Wellington Town Hall. It’s reputed to have one of the best acoustic chambers in the world, it’s lovely to look at, and it has a history full of memorable stories.