Brushbox

Name: Lophostemon Confertus

Source/Origin: This large coastal hardwood grows from the central coast of NSW into QLD.

Appearance: The heartwood varies from pink to a rich red brown. The sapwood is much paler. This fine grained timber often has a rich fiddleback (attractive distortion in growth of wood fibres).

Common uses: Brushbox makes an excellent polished floor. It is also used in cabinetwork and high end joinery, as well as decking, cladding, flooring and panelling.

Janka Hardness: 9.5

Durability: Above Ground Class 3

Availability: Moderate