Spotted Gum
Spotted Gum Species Product & Room Scenes:
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Where to Find
Moxon Timbers Inc. supplies a vast amount of the imported hardwood from Australia to the US, including Spotted Gum Flooring.
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Common Name(s): Spotted Gum Botanical Name: Eucalyptus maculata Woodworking Qualities: Spotted gum is worked easily by hand and power tools, and nails and glues normally. Stain, finish, and paint are received well on the wood. Janka Rating: Spotted Gum’s Janka rating is 2473, marking it above the median range of ratings for hardwood. Species Characteristics: Spotted gum dries easily and has a faint scent like citrus or oranges. It has a high resistance to decay. A slight greasy feel to the wood is common. Appearance: The sapwood of Spotted Gum is usually white, white the heartwood is a light brown to deep red-brown. Color Change: Generally, Spotted Gum resists color change by oxidation and exposure to sunlight. Uses: Spotted Gum’s primary uses are tool handles, poles, construction, and hardwood flooring. |
Spotted Gum Origin:
Spotted Gum comes from Australia.
