Our wooden handle timber options
Select from our range of 7 timbers to match your design aesthetic, from the rich tones of Walnut to the striking grain of Messmate. No two handles are ever the same, making each one a truly individual design detail.
Custom Wooden Door Handles
Uplift your cabinetry with a handcrafted timber handle
At Bombora, we design timber handles that bring warmth, texture, and an organic touch to your home. From front door handles that create an inviting entrance to wooden handles for kitchen cabinetry, wardrobes, or timber vanities, each piece is made to elevate both function and style.
Our Wooden Handle Range
Functional Design with a Natural Edge
Our timber handles are available in a variety of architectural forms from half-moon and round front door handles to round drawer pulls and linear drawer handles.
Each piece is hand-turned or shaped by our head furniture maker, Luke, and designed to balance beauty with practicality.
With fixing options to suit both cabinetry and doors, they’re as versatile as they are timeless. Choose from raw, indoor, or outdoor finishes.
Sustainable timber handles
Crafted from sustainably sourced hardwoods, many of our handles are made using timber offcuts from the furniture-making process, reducing waste while showcasing the unique character of each piece.
Handcrafted in our Torquay workshop
Every wooden handle we produce is a testament to the craftsmanship of our furniture makers. Far from the world of mass production, each piece is hand-turned or meticulously shaped in our Torquay workshop. This artisan approach ensures that every wooden handle possesses a level of detail and soul that only human hands can provide.
Choosing the right wooden handles for each room
The right handle can influence both the look and functionality of a space. Different rooms have different needs, so choosing the right size, shape and placement can help create a more practical and cohesive result throughout the home.
- Kitchens — Smaller wooden handles or linear profiles work well across cupboards and drawers, creating a practical finish that still feels warm and refined.
- Bathrooms and laundries — The right wooden handle for doors can soften harder materials like tile, stone and cabinetry, adding a more natural touch to functional spaces.
- Wardrobes — Handle length and placement can help create a clean, balanced look across taller doors.
- Entryways —Larger wooden door handles can become a standout design feature, giving the front of the home a more inviting and considered feel.
Benefits of custom wooden door handles
Custom wooden door handles offer a more tailored result than off-the-shelf hardware, allowing you to choose details that better suit your space, style and practical needs. From scale and proportion to material and finish, each element can be selected with the overall design in mind.
Custom sizing
A made-to-order size helps ensure the handle feels balanced on the door and comfortable in daily use, whether you need something subtle or more of a statement piece.
Timber selection
Choosing your preferred timber lets you match existing joinery or introduce contrast, while also highlighting the wood's natural grain and character.
Finish options
Select finishes based on where the handle will be used to help protect the timber while achieving the look you want for indoor or outdoor settings.
A more cohesive design
Customisation makes it easier to create a handle that feels considered within the wider home, rather than like a generic finishing detail.
A unique final result
With natural timber variation and handcrafted shaping, custom wooden door handles bring individuality to a space and create a feature that feels personal to your home.
Durable finishes for every environment
To ensure each wooden handle maintains its lustre and structural integrity, we offer a range of professional finishes. For interior joinery in high-traffic kitchens or humid bathrooms, our Osmo Polyx matte finish provides a robust, water-resistant barrier that preserves the timber's natural feel.
If you’re selecting a wooden handle door for an external entrance, our UV-protected satin oil is essential. This finish is specifically formulated to shield the timber from the harsh Australian sun, preventing greying and moisture ingress. Whether you prefer a raw look or a fully protected surface, our finishes are designed to highlight the unique grain of your chosen species while providing long-lasting durability.
Experience a unique finish for every piece with Bombora Custom Furniture
Your home deserves a tactile connection to nature that truly stands the test of time. Choosing handcrafted wooden handles is an investment in quality craftsmanship that transforms everyday interactions into moments of genuine delight. At Bombora, we believe your hardware should be as unique as the furniture it adorns, reflecting the natural beauty of Australian timber. If you’re ready to elevate your project with bespoke details, contact Bombora Furniture today to discuss your specific design requirements and timber preferences and receive a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
For any application where you don’t want to see how the handle is attached such as a front door
Blind Fixing Instructions >
Using screws to attach the handles is preferred for such application as a cupboard door or a drawer front.
A blind fixing is used in situations where you don’t want to see how the timber handle is attached such as a front door.
The smaller and lighter styles of timber front door handles are suitable for a hollow core front door.
Unfortunately, the blind fixing doesn’t work hollow core doors so you would need to use the screw fixing.
Most of our handles are available in recycled Messmate.
Our Crescent Moon and Harvest Moon handles, where possible, are created from small offcuts left over from the furniture making process.
All of the timber we use to create our wooden handles is sourced from sustainable plantations certified by various Australian bodies such as FSC.
When ordering, you can select raw, indoor or outdoor finish depending on the handle style.
Raw - No finish is applied. You can apply your own finish or stain.
Indoor - Osmo polyx matte is used on the handle. this is suitable for all indoor uses such as kitchen cupboard handles.
Outdoor - Osmo UV protect clear satin is a natural oil and wax product that will protect the handle from the sun. If the handles gets exposure to direct sunlight, the finish will need to be periodically reapplied to stop the timber from greying off. The UV protection option is suitable for applications outside such as a a front door. We recommend selecting the same outdoor finish for both sides of the door.
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When required, clean with water only. If there is a more stubborn stain, the only cleaning product safe to use is the Osmo maintenance kit.
In outdoor applications such as a front door that gets direct weather and sunlight, regular top-ups of the UV protection oil will be required to keep the timber from greying off.
Depending on your selection when ordering, the handle will either come with a blind fixing or screws.
Yes, all of our wooden front door handles and cabinetry handles are hand-made by furniture makers in our Torquay workshop, 1.5 hours from Melbourne.
No, the price does not include shipping. This will be calculated at checkout. International shipping is currently not available.
Yes, we can create a custom timber door handle to your design and size.
If you notice that your handle is starting to look lacklustre, it may require a coat of finish. This will usually only be required for handles that are exposed to direct sunlight or have high usage.Osmo finish products >