Karri is a lively red, with overtones from pale pink to rich, red-browns. The timber is part of the Eucalyptus family and is native to Western Australia. Found in the southwest corner of the State, Karri grows rapidly and can attain enormous dimensions, one of the tallest trees in Australia that grows in the high rainfall area of southwest Western Australia. It is one of the world’s tallest trees. The texture is coarse, and considerable interlocking grain is sometimes present.
It is perfect for flooring and decking and available in wide boards up to 180mm.
A dense and durable timber with a Janka rating of 9.0 it is also excellent for outdoor decking.