Botanical name: Eucalyptus meullerana

Distribution: A large hardwood distributed throughout the Southern New South Wales and Northern Victorian tablelands. The tree grows to 50m (160ft).

Colour: The heartwood is a yellowish-brown with a pinkish tinge.

The timber: The grain is often interlocked and the texture is medium and even.

Mechanical properties: Tintara is durable and can be used for both interior and exterior applications. It is not suitable for steam bending. Kiln dry density of approx. 750kgs/m³ (46lb/ft³).

Working properties: Cutters need to be kept sharp especially on interlocked grain material. Pre drilling is recommended before using nails or screws. Glues and takes stains well and finishes to a smooth polished finish.

Uses: Furniture, flooring, garden sleepers, construction work and is available as a veneer.

Availability: Plentiful.