Blackbutt / Smooth
Australian Timber Species · 1820/2100 mm × 180 mm × 14 mm
Red Ironbark Solid 18 mm
| Construction | Solid Australian hardwood |
|---|---|
| Species | Red Ironbark |
| Dimensions | 1820–2100 × 136 mm |
| Thickness | 18 mm |
| Grade | Standard and better |
| Janka hardness (kN) | 13 |
| Profile | Tongue and groove |
| Finish | Prefinished, 12 coats water-based polyurethane |
| Slip resistance | D1 pass (AS 4586 Appendix B) |
| Warranty, residential | 25 years structural, 5 years coating |
| Warranty, commercial | 10 years structural, 3 years coating |
Pricing depends on the area, installation and subfloor preparation, so we prepare a quote for each job. Please call us on 1300 690 160 or visit our Camberwell showroom to see this floor in person.
Board size1820–2100 × 136 mm
Thickness18 mm
Surface & finishPrefinished, 12 coats water-based polyurethane
Red Ironbark Solid 18 mm is Red Ironbark all the way through the board, 18 mm thick with a tongue and groove profile. It comes prefinished from the factory with 12 coats of water-based polyurethane, so the floor is already finished when it arrives. There is no sanding and coating on site after it is laid. Boards are 136 mm wide in random lengths of 1820–2100 mm, graded Standard and better.
Colour and character
Despite the name, this is not a bright red floor. On our sample boards Red Ironbark is a muted, dusty pinkish brown, with some boards leaning towards grey-brown. There is plenty of character: swirling figure, gum veins and the occasional small knot. It is listed with our dark rich tones, and it looks best in a room where you want the timber to be the feature, such as an older weatherboard in Canterbury or a period house with high ceilings.
Hardness
Janka hardness is 13 kN, so it sits near the top of our range. Only Grey Ironbark is harder at 14 kN; solid Spotted Gum is 11 kN. That means good resistance to dents from furniture and dropped objects. Slip resistance is a D1 pass under AS 4586 Appendix B.
Red or Grey Ironbark?
The two are similar in hardness and both come 136 mm wide. Grey Ironbark reads more honey and tan with a warmer look, while Red Ironbark is pinker and more rustic, with more visible figure and marks. Seeing both at our Camberwell showroom is the easiest way to choose.
Installing it
Solid boards are usually secret-fixed to joists or battens, or laid over a slab on a suitable base. Solid timber moves more with humidity than engineered board. It is not for bathrooms or laundries. See the full solid timber range.
Blackbutt Solid 18 mm
Australian Timber Species · 1820–2100 × 136 mm or 1820–2100 × 92 mm
Spotted Gum / Matte Brushed
Australian Timber Species · 1820/2100 mm × 180 mm × 14 mm
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is Red Ironbark actually red?
Not really. On the floor it is a muted pinkish brown, with some boards closer to grey-brown. The name is about the species rather than a bright red colour.
Is Red Ironbark harder than Spotted Gum?
Yes. Red Ironbark rates 13 kN on the Janka scale and Spotted Gum rates 11 kN, so Red Ironbark resists dents a little better. Grey Ironbark is harder again at 14 kN.
Will the knots and gum veins bother me?
That depends on taste. Red Ironbark is a characterful timber and the marks are part of the look. If you prefer a cleaner, more even floor, Blackbutt is a better fit.
What warranty comes with Red Ironbark Solid 18 mm?
For homes, 25 years structural and 5 years on the factory coating. For commercial use, 10 years structural and 3 years on the coating. Structural cover is about the board itself; coating cover is about the finish. The exact term is confirmed on your quote, and our installation work and your Australian Consumer Law rights are separate.
Free measure & quote
Interested in this floor?
You can order a free sample, or book a free measure and quote and we will bring boards to your home.