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Wood species guide · Imported specialty hardwood
Tasmanian Myrtle is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameNothofagus cunninghamii
Janka hardness1,310 lbf
Average dried weight39 lb/ft³
Best fitBoatbuilding
Overview
Why choose Tasmanian Myrtle?
Tasmanian Myrtle is an imported specialty hardwood. Found in southeastern Australia and in New Zealand. Common uses include boatbuilding, carving, furniture, flooring, veneer, plywood and turned objects.
Scientific nameNothofagus cunninghamii
DistributionFound in southeastern Australia and in New Zealand
ShrinkageRadial: 5.4%, Tangential: 10.0%, Volumetric: 16.3%, T/R Ratio: 1.9
DurabilityDecay resistance is poor, ranging from non-durable to perishable.
Tasmanian Myrtle colour, grain, and figure
The heartwood is pink or a light reddish brown. Paler sapwood is narrow, and a band of in-between colour blurs the line between it and the heartwood.
Grain mostly runs straight, though it can turn interlocked, wavy or curly. Its texture is extremely fine and consistent, and the wood has a high natural luster.
Working notes
Hand tools and machinery both give excellent results, although figured areas with abnormal grain can be hard to machine. Air-drying heartwood without defects can be a challenge.
Serious reactions are unusual, but this wood is reported to irritate mucous membranes.
Tasmanian Myrtle should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Tasmanian Myrtle
Best projects
Common uses include boatbuilding, carving, furniture, flooring, veneer, plywood and turned objects.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Tasmanian Myrtle from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Tasmanian Myrtle FAQ
What is Tasmanian Myrtle best used for?
Common uses include boatbuilding, carving, furniture, flooring, veneer, plywood and turned objects. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Tasmanian Myrtle beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Tasmanian Myrtle?
The buying section on this page links to any Tasmanian Myrtle Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.