Eucalyptus is an exotic hardwood that provides many of the same benefits as traditional hardwoods, such as durability and beautiful grain patterns.
Eucalyptus is a type of hardwood that has become increasingly popular for use in flooring. It provides many of the same benefits as traditional domestic hardwoods, such as Oak, Birch and Maple, including durability and beautiful grain patterns. Eucalyptus hardwood floorings are used in both residential and commercial buildings and has the potential to be a sustainable building product.
Composition
Eucalyptus trees belong to the Myrtaceae family. The trees are native to Australia but are also grown in other parts of the world, including South America. The hardwood is relatively new in the U.S., but it has been used in Europe for decades. It was originally used as a substitute for Ash, but it has since gained popularity on its own merit.
Eucalyptus Flooring Color Range
Eucalyptus hardwood flooring comes in a variety of shades ranging from light tan to medium brown with distinctive grain patterns. The wood holds up well to stains and finishes. You can expect it to last up to 15 years with proper maintenance.
As a flooring option, eucalyptus is relatively new to the US market (although not worldwide) so you may have difficulty finding it locally if you do not live on the West Coast or in the Southeast states where it is most popular. The internet makes shopping for eucalyptus flooring easy however and gives you access to many different stores that sell it online.
