Jarrah
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DESCRIPTION | Jarrah is a dark red wood from Australia. It is a very durable, strong lumber. Usually straight grain with even but moderately coarse texture. Very durable and highly resistant to insects. Excellent for outdoor projects. |
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN |
Australia |
BOTANICAL NAME | Eucalyptus Marginata |
OTHER NAMES | Blue Gum, Karri and Tasmanian Oak |
WORKING PROPERTIES | The density of Jarrah as well as its irregular grain patterns makes working with both hand tools and power tools difficult . It holds nails well. Care must be taken when sanding this lumber. |
DURABILITY | Very durable. Moderately dense lumber. |
USES | Flooring, decks, exterior trim and siding, accent pieces, joinery, veneer |
COMMENTS | The tree itself can be quite large - up to 150 feet tall and 5 feet in diameter. |