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Spotted Gum

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Spotted Gum is an Australian eucalyptus hardwood, valued for its high density, durability, and striking grain. Its strength and resistance to harsh conditions make it an excellent choice for exterior decking and heavy-traffic areas.

Botanical Name: Corymbia maculata

Other Names: Lemon-scented gum, Eucalyptus maculata

Origin: Australia

Seasoning: Satisfactorily dried using conventional air and kiln seasoning methods.

Working Qualities: Spotted Gum, despite its strength and density is a great timber to work with as it has a good level of natural oils which allow easy machining. It accepts oil and stain well and has a lower tannin content than most other eucalyptus species. This means tannin staining and bleed-through is less of a problem. While it is excellent for machine work, Spotted Gum is also a good timber for carving and woodturning.

Uses: House framing, retaining walls, decking, fencing, landscaping, internal and external flooring, cladding, lining and joinery, indoor and outdoor furniture, plywood, veneer, bridge and wharf construction, poles and piles 

Installation by Freedom Flooring Ltd

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Key Properties of Spotted Gum

  • Very dense and durable hardwood
  • Distinctive grain with spotted markings
  • High resistance to decay and termites
  • Excellent strength for structural applications
  • Long service life, even in exposed conditions
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About the
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ITI NZ, formerly known as ITI Timspec, began as Timspec, a specialist timber wholesaler committed to providing quality timber products with reliable service, value, visuals and versatility. In March 2019, Timspec Ltd was acquired by ITI NZ Ltd, becoming ITI Timspec, before later rebranding to ITI NZ Ltd.

As part of the wider ITI Group, ITI NZ continues to grow its product range and service offering across New Zealand. The acquisitions of Rosenfeld Kidson and Hermpac have further strengthened the business by adding respected industry knowledge, trusted timber brands and a wider range of premium timber solutions.

These acquisitions have also helped expand our offering across cladding, cedar products, flashings, external corners and related timber accessories, allowing us to support architects, builders and merchants with a more complete solution.

ITI NZ sources timber from trusted mills and suppliers around the world and works hard to provide quality products, reliable service and strong relationships across the building industry.

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