Is Tasmanian Oak good for flooring?

Is Tasmanian Oak good for flooring?

Tasmanian oak is a premium Australian hardwood timber encompassing three species that grow in the mountainous areas of Tasmania. It is a versatile timber perfect for both construction and interior applications, including flooring, panelling, architraves and skirting boards.

Is Victorian ash the same as Tasmanian oak?

Victorian Ash refers to the hardwood produced by two species – Eucalyptus regnans and Eucalyptus delegatensis when sourced from Victoria. Tasmanian Oak refers to the hardwood produced by three species – Eucalyptus regnans, Eucalyptus obliqua and Eucalyptus delegatensis, when sourced from Tasmania.

Is Tasmanian oak waterproof?

Strength: Tasmanian Oak is a hardwood which is very durable and strong. Weathering: Tasmanian Oak is not particularly water resistant so should not be used for products exposed to the elements.

Is Ash or oak more expensive?

Ash woods that comes from the deciduous species of the tree are particularly hard, in fact they are even harder than oak, but they are less resistant to moisture. As well as this, ash is typically more expensive than oak.

Is Tasmanian Oak termite resistant?

Termite resistance: not resistant. Preservation: sapwood readily impregnates with preservative, but penetration of heartwood is negligible using available commercial processes.

Why is Tasmanian oak popular?

Warm, dense and resilient, Tasmanian Oak is the preferred hardwood for a wide range of applications. It works extremely well and produces an excellent finish. It can be used in all forms of construction as scantlings, panelling and flooring, and can be glue- laminated to cover long spans.

What kind of flooring is Tasmanian oak made of?

Our team will be able to help you. Tasmanian Oak flooring is light in colour, varying in colour from straw to reddish brown with intermediate shades of cream to pink. It is a warm, dense and resilient timber which can be used for many versatile applications.

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How big is a kiln of Tasmanian oak?

Tasmanian Oak Flooring: Kiln Dry Width: 65mm, 85mm, 108mm, 133mm, 160mm Thickness: 12mm, 19mm, 21mm

Which is better Tasmanian oak or spotted gum?

When compared to hardwoods such as Spotted Gum or Ironbark, Tasmanian Oak is a slightly softer option. For this reason, it’s ideal for indoor use where it’s sheltered from the elements. It planes, sands, glues and finishes well – a perfect timber for flooring, panelling and high end joinery, and can even be used for interior framing.