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The timber is soft to moderately hard and has been classified under Light Hardwood with a density of 385-705 kg/m3 air dry.The timber is non-durable under exposed conditions but would be moderately durable under cover.The timber can be easily treated with preservatives. Texture is moderately fine to slightly coarse and even with straight or shallowly interlocked grain.The timber falls into Strength Group C. It is easy to work and produces a smooth finish.The timber seasons fairly fast with little degrade except for sapstaining. 13 mm thick boards take 1.5 months to air dry, while 38 mm thick boards take 3 months. Shrinkage is high. Radial shrinkage averages 2% while tangential shrinkage averages 3.7%
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