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Grey Gum

Botanical name: Eucalyptus propinqua, calyptus punctata

Origin: Grey Gum grows in the coastal districts from the Hawkesbury River in New South Wales to Maryborough in Queensland.

Appearance: Heartwood red. Sapwood distinctively paler. Texture moderately coarse and even. Grain usually interlocked. Grub holes often present.

Common Uses: Flooring, decking, heavy engineering construction, marine construction, poles, piles, sleepers.

Hardness Rating: Average Hardness Rating - Dry: Very Hard

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