DAR means Dressed All Round timber, smooth and machined on all sides, ready for use in woodworking, joinery, and construction projects.
Please note: Images are an indication of the species only, not dimensions. 

Also, our boards come to us rough sawn. We mill to meet your needs, please allow a day or two for milling.

NSW Spotted Gum Timber – Premium Australian Hardwood for Furniture & Interiors

Overview

NSW Spotted Gum (Corymbia maculata, C. citriodora, C. henryi) is a top-tier Australian hardwood, celebrated for its resilience, beauty, and versatility. Native to New South Wales and coastal Queensland, Spotted Gum showcases striking grain patterns and a dynamic range of colours. Furniture makers and designers value Spotted Gum for feature pieces, custom furniture, and statement joinery that elevate modern Australian interiors.

Colour and Appearance

Spotted Gum’s heartwood spans pale, soft browns to rich chocolates and occasional red-brown or olive tones. Its sapwood is pale, well-defined, and its grain often displays lively waves or attractive fiddleback figure, delivering visual depth. Some boards include natural gum veins for extra character. The timber’s smooth, slightly greasy surface ensures excellent finishing, while its dynamic colour palette suits both classic and contemporary spaces.

Properties and Performance

NSW Spotted Gum is a dense, hard timber (950 kg/m³) with outstanding strength and durability. It boasts a Janka hardness of 11.0 kN, making it exceptionally resistant to dents and wear—perfect for long-lasting furniture. Above-ground, it holds a Class 1 durability rating and naturally resists termites and bushfires (meets BAL 29 standards). Minimal shrinkage and high stability help furniture stay true for decades. Spotted Gum’s lower tannin content reduces staining risks, making it user friendly for homes and joinery projects.

Perfect Applications

Artisans and designers use Spotted Gum for:

• Feature tables, dining sets, and signature home furniture

• Statement cabinetry, bench tops, and shelving

• Decorative wall panelling or lining boards

• Custom joinery, stairs, and stair components

• Interior doors and design details

• Turned objects, carvings, and bespoke pieces

• Premium architectural joinery in both homes and commercial spaces

Its attractive, durable features make it a showpiece timber for furniture that becomes the focal point of any room.

Working Characteristics

Spotted Gum works smoothly with sharp tools thanks to its lightly greasy surface. It machines, sands, and polishes well, providing a lustrous finish. Glue bonds are strong when surfaces are prepared immediately before application. Pre-drilling is advised for nails and screws to avoid splitting. Spotted Gum accepts stains and finishes beautifully, and its stable structure makes it reliable for detailed furniture and decor work.

Quality You Can Trust

Hand-selected for quality and reliability, our timber offers excellent value for your woodworking projects. Now available for online ordering.

If you require any further information regarding this species, sizing, availability or more, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly and our staff will be happy to help.

Contact:
Drop by our showroom at 15 Railway Road North, Mulgrave, NSW, 2756 today.
Please inquire further for more information regarding supply, sizing and pricing via our contact email: sales@trendtimbers.com.au
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