Product Description
DESCRIPTION
Red grandis™ wood is pink to reddish brown with paler sapwood. The grain is straight and shallowly interlocked, with a uniform, medium-course texture. Weighs an average of 40 lbs cu. ft.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Eastern Australia
BOTANICAL NAME
Eucalyptus grandis
OTHER NAMES
Rose Gum, Flooded Gum
WORKING PROPERTIES
It is fairly easy to work with, and it accepts glues and finishes well.
DURABILITY
The wood is quite durable, but vulnerable to insect attack.
SEASONING
Red grandis™ shrinks a lot when drying and exhibits a large amount of movement in service.
USES
Flooring, millwork, furniture, boatbuilding.
COMMENTS
Red grandis™ is commonly grown on plantations.
