Species

Britton Timbers – Blue Gum

Britton Timbers – Blue Gum

Heartwood ranges from dark pink to red brown. Sapwood is usually paler and easy to distinguish. Texture is moderately coarse and even. Grain is straight or slightly interlocked. Gum veins are common. Also known as Sydney Blue Gum.
Description

Heartwood ranges from dark pink to red brown. Sapwood is usually paler and easy to distinguish. Texture is moderately coarse and even. Grain is straight or slightly interlocked. Gum veins are common. Also known as Sydney Blue Gum.

Properties
  • Density: 850
  • Modulus of Rupture (MPa Dry): 140
  • Tangential Shrinkage: 9%
  • Screwing / Split Resistance: Good
  • Finish: Good
  • Sapwood Lyctid Susceptible: Yes
  • Growing Region: Australia
Applications
  • Decking and Cladding
  • Joinery
  • Flooring

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