Common name: Blackbutt
Look & Features
A particularly strong and durable timber that can display gum and veins, giving it a unique look.
Botanical Name
Eucalyptus pilularis
Colour
A subtle colour range where light and neutral is required from golden yellow through to pale brown. It may have a slightly pinkish tinge.
Common uses
An extremely versatile timber with uses ranging from posts and beams through to decking, flooring and furniture
Properties
Density (kg/m3)
GD
1150
ADD
900
Hardness kN (janka)
Green
6.4
Dry
8.9
Durability Class
1
Strength Group
S2/SD2
Joint Group
J2/JD2
Shrinkage Radial % (approx.)
4.0
Tangential % (approx)
7.0
Structural Grades
Unseasoned
F14/F17/F22
Seasoned
F22/F27
Toughness (Nm)
Green
Medium
Dry
Medium
Early Fire Hazard IndicesIgnitability
Ignitability
13
Spread of Flame
7
Smoke Development
3
Termite Resistant (toAS3660)
Yes
Lyctid Susceptible Sapwood
No

