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- Because hardwoods grow so slowly, demand for a species, such as American red oak, often threatens it with extinction. Not so in Australia, where the government supervises the only hardwood reforestation program known in the world. Only a small part of the jarrah forest may be harvested annually, thus assuring the future of this remarkable timber.
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Oct 29, 2021 · After a spike in jarrah prices, WA woodworkers are eyeing Indonesian imports to replace the native hardwood in locally made furniture. The WA government is yet to clarify how much native timber will be available after announcing a ban on harvesting from 2024.
Apr 18, 2017 · Recently, the Down-Under hardwood replaced treated pine in the oceanfront boardwalks of some New Jersey cities—most notably famed Atlantic City. There, 50,000 board feet of jarrah was installed last year as the first step in an extensive renovation.
Jarrah wood is a beautiful, durable type of hardwood found in Australia. It’s known for its attractive interlocked grain, color, strength, and natural resistance to rot and termites. Jarrah wood has several advantages that make it a great choice for furniture, decking, and flooring projects.
Aug 4, 2022 · Australian jarrah wood is a highly sought-after timber that only grows in southwest Australia. It's hardy, resilient and beautiful – perfect for use in sustainable architecture and design.
Sep 29, 2020 · Jarrah ( E. marginata) has long been recognised as one of Australia’s finest and most versatile timbers. A native of south-west Western Australia, it has been used since European settlement for just about everything imaginable. Jarrah is hard, strong, beautiful, nice to work, sands well and takes a nice finish.
Mar 30, 2023 · Jarrah (Eucalyptus marginata) is a massive forest tree that historically dominated in dry forest ecosystems on the Darling Plateau. Jarrah’s wood is decay and insect resistant, extremely strong and non-porous, and imbued with a deep magenta color.