TIMBER SPECIES
SPOTTED GUM
Profiles
Available in Cladding, Lining, Battens & Screens and Decking.
● Cladding: Shiplap T&G
● Lining: Shiplap T&G, V-joint T&G
● Battens: Pencil round
● Decking: Dressed timber
Description
Spotted Gum is a premium hardwood timber. Colours range varies from light coffee to rich browns with pink and grey tones. Its high degree of natural durability and strength make it one of the most sought after timber species in Australia.
Bushfire Resistance
Durability
Durability is defined as the resistance of a timber species to decay, or to insect attack. A scale of low to high has been adapted for above ground durability.
4 = low (0-7 years)
3 = Moderate (7-15 years)
2 = Reasonably High (15-40 years)
1 = high (More than 40 years)
Spotted Gum has a durability level of 1
Seasoned Weight
990kg/m3
There are 6 recognized levels of ratings; from BAL (low), BAL 12.5, BAL 19, BAL 29, and Bal 40 to BAL FZ (highest). The relevant Australian standard AS3959 provides the requirements built in these varied bushfire risk areas.
Bushfire Attack Level for Spotted Gum is (BAL) 12.5, 19 & 29
TIMBER APPLICATIONS
Specialising in Australian Hardwoods, Adelaide Timber Cladding will provide professional advice and solutions for your timber cladding, lining, decking, battens & screening requirements.