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Eucalyptus Softwood – Eucalyptus African Sawn Timber

Eucalyptus Softwood – Eucalyptus African Sawn Timber

Eucalyptus Timber Softwood Although considered softwood, woods such as eucalyptus and Acajou D’Afrique grown in Angola have a larger texture than other growing regions.

Eucalyptus Softwood species have been planted in Angola, Cameroon since the early twentieth century. The species introduction experiment of Tchianga, in the Angolan Highlands, was established in 1966/1967. Eucalyptus wood is very strong, high density, their harness even higher than white oak.

Eucalyptus Softwood details

  • Color: Red to reddish-brown.
  • Sapwood: Pale cream color
  • Texture: Smooth, fibrous, hard or stringy
  • Grain: Interlocked.
  • Interlocked Grain: Slight
  • Moisture Content: AD+ KD
  • Weight About: 480- 550 kg/m3

About Eucalyptus Timber

Eucalyptus Timber, also called Eucalyptus urograndis, is made from two species namely Eucalyptus grandis x Eucalyptus urophylla. It grows in many parts of the world, including Brazil, Australia, and the United States. Eucalyptus trees are on average 65-100 ft tall and have a 3-4 ft trunk diameter. The wood has a Janka Hardness score of 1,420 lbf.

Eucalyptus Timber may have a pink to a darker brownish red color with an appearance similar to Black Cherry and Honduran Mahogany. The timber color gets darker with age. It has a medium texture with straight & even grain. The wood is moderately durable and has decent resistance to decay, but is prone to insect attack. It is easy to work with and glues, stains and finishes well. Common uses of Eucalyptus include lumber, flooring, cabinetry, plywood, interior, and turned objects.

Place Your Eucalyptus Hardwood Order Today!

To buy the best quality Eucalyptus Timber online from atcuawood.com, call us or send an email with details of your project and the type and size of timber you need. Try to be as specific as possible about the timber dimensions. You can also visit our website to find out more about our timber species, products and services. We promise to offer great quality Eucalyptus timber at the best price in the market.

 

Availability Lumber/ Slabs/ Flooring
Length 1500mm to 3000mm
Thickness 30mm to 200mm
Width 100mm to 1200mm
Moisture content 10-15% (AD+ KD)
Weight About 550- 670kg/m3
Janka rating 1,420 Ibf (6,330 N)
Container capacity Container 20ft: 25 CBM – Container 40ft: 35 CBM

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