Overview

Australian Chestnut is a mix of related hardwoods commonly used for flooring and interior joinery. It offers a warm palette and reliable performance underfoot.

Its balance of hardness, stability, and appearance makes it a favourite for contemporary builds.

Appearance

• Colour: light to mid-brown; subtle variation across boards.
• Grain: generally straight; fine to medium texture.
• Figure: understated; clean, modern look.
• Finishing: takes clear and tinted finishes evenly with proper prep.

Workability

• Machining: machines well; maintain sharp tooling.
• Fastening: pre-drill for top-nailing; good holding strength.
• Gluing: compatible with flooring adhesives; follow system specs.
• Finishing: sands to a smooth, even surface.

Performance & durability

Performs very well for interior applications. Use appropriate acclimatisation and moisture control in wet areas.

Structural/grades

Primarily an appearance/flooring product. Structural use is uncommon—confirm availability if required.

Typical applications

• Timber flooring
• Stair treads and risers
• Interior joinery and trims

Key properties (indicative)

• Mass: medium to heavy
• Wear: good abrasion resistance
• Movement: acclimatise prior to install

Source & attribution