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For those that have not already made the discovery, spotted gum is an Australian hardwood product that will demand your full and undivided attention when you step on it. When you install spotted gum flooring, you will notice a rich range of gorgeous tones that vary from a lighter blonde colour through to a dark chocolate. However, it doesnu2019t end there, the base tone is only the start, and you will often find accented highlights in the wood, such as greys, pinks, and reds. Letu2019s take a closer look at why you may want to choose spotted gum for your next flooring project.
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Why Choose Spotted Gum Flooring? For those that have not already made the discovery, spotted gum is an Australian hardwood product that will demand your full and undivided attention when you step on it. When you install spotted gum flooring, you will notice a rich range of gorgeous tones that vary from a lighter blonde colour through to a dark chocolate. However, it doesn’t end there, the base tone is only the start, and you will often find accented highlights in the wood, such as greys, pinks, and reds. Let’s take a closer look at why you may want to choose spotted gum for your next flooring project. Spotted Gum Floorboards One of the best things about spotted gum hardwood is that it is hard wearing. The beautiful colours will still look as stunning as the day the floor was installed for years to come. The floorboards are stabilised to prevent the wood from warping or cupping when it reacts to humidity or moisture. This is a common issue with many natural timber products, making many people opt for an engineered flooring product instead. A spotted gum flooring product is an environmentally friendly product that is bonded into floorboards with layers. Unlike a cheaper engineered timber floor, the spotted gum floorboard uses the same wood throughout the entire board strata. This creates a more balanced and stable floor that has every surface coated in an effective moisture barrier. Why is Spotted Gum so Durable? The entire history of the spotted gum hardwood is a testament to its usefulness as a durable construction material. This naturally resilient material was used for a wide variety of purposes, such as timber flooring, construction, agricultural machinery, and even shipbuilding. If you look around modern Australia, you will find spotted gum hardwood used indoor and outdoors in a wide variety of settings. It’s been used to make railway sleepers, cladding for houses, backyard decks, bridge construction, harbour wharves and of course in beautiful timber flooring planks. Where is Spotted Gum Grown? The spotted gum hardwood trees are grown naturally in Australian forests located in Victoria, Queensland, and New South Wales. This tree is an appropriate choice for areas that are more prone to forest fires because it’s naturally fire retardant. The thickness of the spotted gum is usually more than 18mm makes it very resistant to flame damage. As you can see from the applications where spotted gum has been used in the past and present, it’s an extremely durable material. This hardwood can resist very heavy foot traffic, and this makes it an excellent choice for a busy family that needs a robust floor. Finishing the Floor There are many different types of semi-gloss and satin finishes available to perfectly complement a spotted gum timber floor. It’s important to choose one that perfectly matches the colours and grains in your floor without clouding. Avoid a high gloss finish as this can be overly reflective and detract from the natural beauty of the wood. If you’re in the market for spotted gum timber flooring get in touch with us here at Kustom
