Description
Exceptional Figured River Red Gum – Premium Character Piece
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Dimensions: 2600mm length x 400mm width x 40mm thickness
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Spectacular Fiddleback Figure Throughout
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Rich Reddish-Brown Coloration with Natural Character
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Professionally Kiln Dried & Ready to Use
This extraordinary river red gum slab represents the pinnacle of Australian hardwood timber – showcasing the iconic fiddleback figure that makes this species so highly prized by master craftsmen worldwide. The rich reddish-brown heartwood displays stunning interlocked grain patterns creating the distinctive “fiddleback” shimmer that river red gum is famous for.
Investment-Grade Features:
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Exceptional Durability – Class 1 above ground rating with 40+ year life expectancy
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Australian Icon – From the legendary Eucalyptus camaldulensis, Australia’s most widespread eucalyptus
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Dense & Strong – 900kg/m³ density with exceptional structural properties
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Natural Termite Resistance – Built-in protection against pest damage
Perfect Applications:
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High-end furniture and cabinetry
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Feature benchtops and bar tops
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Artistic turning and craft projects
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Musical instrument components
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Collector-grade woodworking pieces
The River Red Gum Story:
This timber comes from Australia’s most iconic tree species, growing along riverbanks throughout the continent for thousands of years. River red gum has been the backbone of Australian infrastructure – from railway sleepers to wharf construction – and now represents the finest in furniture timber.
Technical Excellence:
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Excellent Finish: Takes polish to a superb lustrous finish highlighting the figure
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Stability: Good dimensional stability when properly seasoned
Why Figured River Red Gum is Special:
The interlocked, wavy grain that produces fiddleback figure occurs in only a small percentage of river red gum trees. When quarter-sawn, this creates the mesmerizing shimmer effect that makes each piece unique. This slab displays continuous figure throughout its length – a rare find that represents exceptional value.
Working Properties:
While dense and challenging to machine, river red gum rewards skilled craftspeople with exceptional results. It responds beautifully to high-speed cutters and takes a magnificent finish that only improves with age. The natural oils and resins provide inherent protection and lustrous appearance.
This listing is for one unique slab only. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and cannot be replicated once sold. Browse our extensive slab collection or contact us to explore alternative options that suit your project needs
