Red Grandis, also called Flooded Gum and Rose Gum(scientific name: Eucalyptus Grandis), has a heartwood of pink to red-brown color. Sapwood is paler in color and not always clearly distinguishable from the heartwood. Its texture is medium to coarse, and grain is straight to shallow interlocked.
Red Grandis is commonly found in eastern Australia. It is rated durable to very durable, with poor resistance to insect attack.
Appearance & Grain
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Pink to red-brown heartwood
Pale sapwood
Medium to coarse texture
Straight to shallow interlocked grain
Physical & Mechanical Properties
Janka Hardness :
5,600 N(1,260 lbf)
Average Dried Weight :
640 kg/m3(40 lbs/ft3)
Durability:
Rated durable to very durable.
Insect Resistance:
Poor resistance to insect attack.
Shrinkage & Movement:
Experiences moderate to high shrinkage during drying and movement in service.
Workability & Machining
Red Grandis is reasonably easy to work with both hand and machine tools. It glues well, accepts stains evenly, and finishes smoothly. Due to its movement characteristics, proper acclimation and sealing are recommended for optimal performance.
Common Applications
Red Grandis lumber is commonly used for:
Interior millwork
Exterior millwork
Doors and windows
Cabinetry
Flooring
Decking (when properly treated)
Mouldings and trim
Available Sizes & Grades
Red Grandis is typically supplied as kiln-dried lumber in a range of thicknesses and widths. Contact our team for current stock and specifications.
