Trade Names
Figured Eucalyptus
Similar Woods
Figured Anegre
Origin
Australia, New Zealand
Range
Today, most of the Figured Eucalyptus comes from Spain where this species occurs in the northern part. Also found in Australia and South America, however, for unknown reasons, the figure itself is much less distinct compared to that of the Spanish Eucalyptus. Figured Eucalyptus did not reach economic significance as veneers until the mid-nineties of the last century.
Uses
In those countries where figured wood is very popular – such as in North America, Asia, Middle East, Great Britain – the Figured Eucalyptus species is used for interior architectural woodwork, exclusive furniture and in ship building for interior design. Since the end of the nineties, this species is also being used for automotive dashboards.
Properties
The figure can vary. From a light, not very intensive figure in regular 90-degree-angles, or in patterns resembling stairs or bricks up to a strong and very marked figure. In case of a strong figure, checks can occur in the veneer surface, which may lead to difficulties in the final processing. Colour, too, varies greatly and ranges from a light yellow or a light green, up to a medium brown.
Machining
Difficult at times. Tools tend to become dull. Fibers may tear when planed.
Seasoning
Difficult, as this wood is extremely prone to warping.
Finishing
Causes no problems.
Jointing
No difficulty to produce any type of jointing.