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Karri |
Name
Karri (Eucalyptus diversicolor)
Type
Hardwood.
Other Names
Also known as Eucalyptus.
Sources
Grows in south western Australia.
Appearance
Interlocked grain with a moderately coarse, even
texture. Reddish brown heartwood and lighter reddish
brown sapwood. Quartered surfaces often have a
striped figure.
Physical Props
Very heavy, hard, strong, and stiff with good shock
resistance, moderate decay resistance, and poor stability
in service. Steam-bends moderately well.
Working Props
Difficult to work with hand or machine tools due to
hardness and wavy, interlocked grain. Quartersawn
stock particularly difficult. Has moderate to severe
blunting effect on cutting edges. Glues satisfactorily.
Holds nails and screws well but pre-drilling required.
Polishes easily and can be brought to an excellent finish.
Uses
Used for structural components of bridges and buildings
(joists, beams, rafters), ship building, furniture, cabinet
fittings, flooring, agricultural implements, mine timbers,
poles, plywood, and high-quality veneer.
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