Your Trade Partner
We know there is a lot to juggle as a Tradie. And we know getting the current job done and winning the next job because of your reputation is even more important. So whether you're part of a commercial project or helping build or renovate homes, Big River provides the structural timber, plywood, cladding, and wall systems you need - backed by trade pricing, reliable delivery, and technical expertise.
Why Tradies Choose Big River
Need better products that support your work?
Finding quality products that do what they say they do is even more important these days. You don't have time to rework things, you want the products you install to stand the test of time - to define your reputation for the next job.
Specialist trade building materials to get your job done
Locally Made and Locally Stocked Products
We have a growing range of specialty building products to help you get the job done right. We know things are tight – with time and with money – so we offer our Trade Customers a wide choice of products to help complete your project.
Fast, Flexible Deliveries As You Need
Things are always changing – we get it! So work with us to change and adapt as you need to keep things moving and get your trade works complete. Our local branch teams are here to listen to your needs and move to your pace.
Back up Technical & Installation Support
Everyone can use more support, especially on a fast-paced building site. Stay in touch with your needs and feel free to get the technical help you need to check installations and keep your job moving smoothly along.
Most Specified Products
ArmourForm F17 Formwork Plywood
Structural plywood for concrete formwork. F17 stress grade.
Residential and commercial concrete formwork
Hardie Fine Texture Cladding
Rendered-look fibre cement for smooth facades
Smooth, rendered-look facades
Scyon Axon Panel
Vertical grooved fibre cement panel for contemporary facades
Contemporary vertical cladding
ArmourFloor
Australian-manufactured engineered hardwood flooring
Premium engineered flooring
ArmourPly Structural Plywood
Structural plywood for bracing, flooring, and general construction
Bracing and flooring substrate
HardiePlank Weatherboard
Budget-friendly fibre cement weatherboard
Budget-conscious builds
What Tradies Say
I switched to Big River for cladding and flooring last year and haven't looked back. The trade account makes ordering easy, the credit terms are fair, and their tech team helped me spec the right product for a tricky coastal project. Highly recommend.
Big River's formwork plywood was central to making our aged care facility happen. Their team understood the complex requirements of a Class 9c building and recommended the right formwork solution. Delivery was on time, every time.
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Competitive pricing, dedicated account manager, streamlined ordering, and credit terms for trade professionals.