Collection: Coast Grey Box

Appearance of Coast Grey Box Timber

The heartwood of Coast Grey Box is a pale brown, sometimes showing a hint of pink, while its sapwood is a lighter shade. With a fine, even texture and an interlocked grain, Coast Grey Box presents a refined, natural appearance. It is typically free of gum veins, giving it a clean and consistent look, ideal for high-traffic or exposed applications.

Common Applications of Coast Grey Box Timber

Highly durable and dense, Coast Grey Box is well-suited for heavy engineering construction, round timber, and sleepers. Its strength and longevity make it a reliable choice for projects requiring structural integrity and endurance, especially in challenging environments.

Workability of Coast Grey Box Timber

While Coast Grey Box offers outstanding durability, its density makes it challenging to work with. The timber can be painted, stained, and polished, though surface preparation and machining should occur just before gluing for optimal results. It is slow to dry but resistant to surface checking, ensuring stability through the drying process. Coast Grey Box is also satisfactory for steam bending, allowing for a range of applications in engineered wood products.

Origin and Availability of Coast Grey Box Timber

Kosny Timber sources Coast Grey Box from sustainably managed native forests along the southern and central coasts of New South Wales and eastern Victoria. Availability is generally limited to these regions, but the timber’s exceptional properties make it well worth the investment for heavy-duty applications.