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Thread: Looking for “Queensland” timber
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3rd September 2022, 08:56 AM #1
Looking for “Queensland” timber
We are planning a wedding present for a couple, one a Queenslander, the other a Tasmanian, and would like to incorporate timbers from each state. Whilst I have ready access to a range of timbers which are quintessentially Tasmanian, I have no idea what timbers would be considered Queensland timbers.
Are there any timbers which Queenslanders consider theirs?
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3rd September 2022, 09:35 AM #2SENIOR MEMBER
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Qld Maple and Northern Silky Oak
Classic ' Queenslanders' !
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3rd September 2022, 04:01 PM #3GOLD MEMBER
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Australian red cedar is another Qld native. Huon Pine and red cedar would make a nice, upmarket combination.
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3rd September 2022, 05:24 PM #4
Qld Walnut might be an option. I have a bit.
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3rd September 2022, 06:44 PM #5
Lance
What sort of project are you contemplating in terms of size. I have some Hairy Oak and Bull Oak, but neither are in large sizes and suitable only for decorative effect. I tend to use them for small objects like knife scales and non-impact handles for tools. You would be welcome to some if that suited your requirements.
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4th September 2022, 08:55 AM #6
Lance, do you want something that's exclusively from Qld, or just a wood that is common in Qld? There are a few Qld "exclusives", but quite a few of the woods already mentioned have a much wider distribution than the Sunshine State (cedar goes well into NSW, for e.g.). The two Log dog suggested are definitely Queenslanders.
Have you got your project planned? Can you give us an indication of whether a hard, dense wood is what you're after, or a more 'traditional' cabinet wood? Or maybe if you know where the banana-bender is native to, maybe we can suggest a wood that is typical of the area.
I think you'll have a few choices....
Cheers,IW
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19th September 2022, 04:36 AM #7New Members
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A Hardwood called “Iron Bark” has a wonderful patina when polished.
For a Softwood try some of the Wattle Varieties, especially “Black Wattle” It is a beautiful wood.
With your Tasmanian Woods I hope you look at “Huon Pine” and “Tasmanian Oak”
Both are beautiful when Polished and Sealed with a fine Lacquer.
Best Wishes.
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21st September 2022, 04:56 PM #8
Hi All,
I'm so sorry for asking the question and then seeming to ignore the thread; far too much on my mind lately and after not being back online for several days after posting the thread, totally forgot about it until my wife asked last night "Have you found some Queensland timbers yet?" Gah!
To answer your questions Paul and Ian, the timber will just be for decorative elements on a wall hung cabinet. As such, I'm not concerned about its strength nor its workability.
The Queensland timber will be paired with either Myrtle or Huon Pine, depending on which it contrasts better with. The cabinet will be stock Tas Oak.
As for where in Qld the groom is from, I don't know. He lives in SEQ now, so let's assume him a generic Queenslander.
Paul and Glenn, thanks for your suggestions of Hairy/Bull Oak and Iron Bark. They appear to be more widely grown, so will pass on those options.
That leaves me with Northern Silky Oak, Qld Maple, and Qld Walnut.
I'm looking for something around 300 x 100 x 20 mm. If anyone has some, which they're happy to sell me, please let me know via this thread or PM.
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21st September 2022, 05:23 PM #9
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21st September 2022, 05:33 PM #10
Lance, I'll have a look in the morning (it's raining atm so not keen to go outside). I should have a piece that size in any of the 3 species you nominated. I'll take a pic & you can choose which one you prefer, & it'll be yours for postage.
Actually, I'll be in Hobart around the 19th November for the 50th year reunion of my veterinary class, so maybe you can just shout me a cup of coffee instead.....
IanIW
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21st September 2022, 05:38 PM #11
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23rd September 2022, 09:31 AM #13
That sounds great Ian. Unfortunately the week you will be in Hobart is the week of the wedding; a bit late for hand delivery, so freight it is. I'll send you a PM.
Now just because you won't be bringing timber with you doesn't stop me buying you a coffee when you're here. I look forward to it.
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23rd September 2022, 09:34 AM #14
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23rd September 2022, 09:58 AM #15
We used to live in SEQ before moving to Tasmania when or eldest was 6. About eight out so years later we did a road trip back to Queensland to visit family. On the first stop after crossing the border we told the kids, slightly tongue in cheek, that they could recognise a Queenslander because they finish their sentences with one of two words; " 'ey" or "but".
We got out of the car, and went straight to a road house to get some food and joined the queue. As luck would have it, we found ourselves standing amongst a group with very heavy occa accents. The " 'ey"s and "but"s were coming thick and fast. Our kids were astounded. With that initial experience, and the wonders of confirmation bias over the next several weeks, our kids were convinced that that really was how Queenslander spoke.
Now young adults, and after several subsequent trips back, they know it was just some silliness, but still remenis from time to time about how Queenslander talk.
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