Blackbutt, Western Australian

Western Australian blackbutt is a large Australian hardwood that grows in the wetter southwest jarrah and karri forest areas of Western Australia. It is generally in very limited supply, in part to it growing in reserves.

Also known as yarri, it is lighter in appearance than blackbutt, Eucalyptus pilularis. The heartwood is a pale yellowish brown, while the sapwood is much paler in appearance.

Western Australian blackbutt has a medium to course texture and an interlocked grain, which can make this species harder to work. Apart from this it has good workability characteristics. Pinholes may also be present but can sanded or polished out during finishing.

Western Australian blackbutt is used for general construction applications, flooring and joinery.