Red Ironbark

Solid timber floors are single lengths of sawn hardwood, joined tongue and groove. In Sydney they are usually 19mm thick, in random lengths and widths of around 80 to 130mm, and supplied raw. The boards are nailed to joists or battens, or laid as thinner overlay over a slab or existing floor, then sanded and coated on site, so you choose the sheen and finish once the floor is down. Colour depends on the species, from pale Blackbutt and Tasmanian Oak to deep Jarrah and Red Ironbark, and every timber darkens or mellows with light. Hardness varies widely: Ironbark and Spotted Gum resist dents far better than softer timbers. Solid timber moves with humidity, so small seasonal gaps are normal, and it does not belong in bathrooms or laundries. A full-thickness floor can be resanded many times over its life. Warranty terms depend on the timber and the coating used, so ask us for details.