Sydney Blue Gum Flooring
Sydney Blue Gum flooring is warm with a red-hued grain and serves as a strong, yet flexible material for any space. This native species from the New South Wales coast typically displays a straight-grained look. Find the best Sydney Blue Gum flooring style for your home or business from our beautiful collections of engineered timber and pre-finished solid timber.
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FAQ
General
What is Sydney blue gum?
Sydney Blue Gum is a hardwood timber native to Australia, particularly the New South Wales coastline and southern Queensland. Despite its colourful name, Sydney Blue Gum has a lovely red tone (it gets its name from the tendency of its bark to appear blue). As one of the largest hardwood species in Australia, it is an important part of the ecosystem and a popular option for flooring, furniture, and more.
What are the pros and cons of Sydney blue gum flooring?
Sydney Blue Gum is the perfect combination of strength, durability, pest resistance (it naturally resists termites), and aesthetics due to it’s beautiful grain pattern. It is very dense and sturdy, which allows you to sand and polish its boards over its lifetime for a complete refresh.
It has limited disadvantages, although it can be more expensive than other flooring options such as vinyl or hybrid.
How do I install these floors?
Many of our flooring options make excellent DIY projects due to their built-in installation systems. Check out our useful installation guides to learn more about installing your new flooring on your own.
However, if you prefer to hire a professional layer (which we recommend if you haven’t installed floors before), we can connect you with over 220 installation experts Australia-wide.
Where do we ship to?
Although our showroom is in Burleigh Heads, we offer to ship all over Australia. Our partnerships with the fastest courier services in Australia allow us to bring our great products straight to your home. The shipping process is easy and painless whether you are in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, or anywhere in between.
How do I maintain and care for my Sydney Blue Gum floors?
Maintenance and cleaning is easy. Simply sweep or vacuum regularly to remove dirt and grit, as these can scratch the surface. For deeper cleaning, use a damp mop with a mild detergent specifically designed for timber floors. Always avoid using excessive water, as it can damage the wood.
It’s also advisable to place protective pads under furniture to prevent scratches. For long-term care, consider resealing the floors every few years to maintain their lustre and protect against wear.
Style & Design
Is Sydney blue gum a softwood or hardwood?
Sydney Blue Gum has a Janka rating of 9.0kN, which indicates its density and durability. As a hardwood, Sydney Blue Gum is ideal for flooring because it will last long after installation.
What areas of the home are best suited to Sydney blue gum flooring?
Add Sydney Blue Gum floors to any space in your home for a clean, polished look. Popular rooms include bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, and home office spaces.