Yarrabee & Castlemaine - Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Company Name: Yarrabee & Castlemaine

• Mission: No information is available

• Founded: The company was started in 1981.

• Founder: Steve Adams

• Key People:

• Steve Adams, Managing Director

• Role: Plays an active hands-on role in the day-to-day operations. Has extensive industry experience.

• John Hardy, Sales & Marketing Manager

• Role: Offers both design and installation recommendations with over 30 years of experience in landscape and stone industry.

• Vicki McDonald, Sales Consultant

• Expertise: Product selection and color coordination.

• Headquarters: 1696 Dandenong Road, Oakleigh East, VIC 3166, Australia

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Company Recognition: Known as Melbourne's premium stone suppliers for paving, walling, and flooring. They offer high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing natural stones sourced globally. Products are independently tested for quality.

Products

General Range

• Purpose: Suppliers of quality natural stone pavers and walling for outdoor and indoor uses.

• Applications: Paving, walling, flooring, pool coping, landscaping, and garden features.

Product Offerings:

1. Limestone

• Description: Offers subtle tones and textures. Available in colors ranging from sandy tones through grays.

• Key Features: Unique character unmatched by other stones.

2. Bluestone

• Description: Renowned for its appearance and ease of maintenance.

• Key Features: Similar properties to Australian Bluestone but more affordable.

3. Castlemaine Slate & Stone

• Description: Exclusive to Yarrabee and highly adaptable.

• Key Features: Suitable for a variety of home applications, known for its versatility.

4. Italian Porphyry Stone

• Description: Durable, hard-wearing stone suitable for varied applications.

• Key Features: Adaptable to both small and large-scale uses.

5. Granite

• Description: Considered among the hardest pavers available.

• Key Features: Good slip resistance, making it ideal for pool areas.

6. Quartz

• Description: Extremely hard with unmatched slip resistance.

• Key Features: Suited for outdoor applications like driveways and pathways.

7. Sandstone

• Description: Provides a "beach" ambiance.

• Key Features: Good slip resistance and salt tolerance.

8. Travertine

• Description: Imported from Turkey with an attractive natural look.

• Key Features: Available in Classic, Noce, and Silver; slip-resistant.

9. Slate

• Description: Offers a natural feel, with multicolor effects.

• Key Features: Provides both indoor and outdoor applications.

10. Gabion Baskets

• Description: Steel mesh baskets filled with natural stone.

• Key Features: Used for retaining walls or garden features.

11. Stone Wall Cladding

• Description: Offers a cohesive, timeless look for indoor and outdoor projects.

• Key Features: Low maintenance, suitable for facades and features walls.

Recent Developments

• Recent Projects:

• RACV Project - Cape Schanck: Largest Country Blend walling supply.

• Blairgowrie Project: Utilizes Castlemaine Random Stone Paving around a freeform pool.

• New Products: No information is available

• New Features Added: No information is available

• Partnerships: No information is available

Market Strategy

• Approach: Yarrabee focuses on delivering premium natural stone products by sourcing quality stones globally and offering a wide range at competitive prices.

• Quality Commitment: All products are independently tested to ensure superior quality.

• Customer Engagement: They facilitate product selection through their experienced staff and dedicated showroom in Oakleigh East.

• Innovation: Regular visits to suppliers worldwide to ensure consistent quality and to introduce innovative stone products.

Please note that the information provided reflects the details available from the data and is subject to further detail if additional data is provided.