JARRAH EXOTIC WOOD
Jarrah is from Australia and a member of the eucalyptus family. It has red colored heart wood that is very dense and can be highly figured.
Characteristics of Jarrah
Origin of Wood Type | Australia |
Botanical Name | Eucalyptus marginata |
Specific Gravity | 0.8 |
Avg. Weight Per BF | 5.42 lb/ bf |
Color Range | Red – Dark Brown |
Rarity / Availability | Readily Available |
Typical Avg. Width | 6″ to 20″, occasionally found up to 60″ wide! |
Typical Avg. Length | 8′ to 16′, sometimes longer available |
Avg. Waste Factor | 0.3 |
Wood Uses | Architectural Millwork, Cabinetry, Ship Building, Heavy Construction, Shingles, Rafters, Flooring, Furniture and many other uses |
Lumber Grades | Quartersawn (Figured), Flitch, Burl |
Other Trade Names | None known |