Spotted Gum

The allure of spotted gum flooring for your home or business

The warm, attractive grain of Australian spotted gum timber makes it an ideal choice for flooring in homes and commercial establishments. Spotted Gum is available in a wide range of colours ranging from greys to rich reddish browns, making it perfect to seamlessly integrate into any setting.

Engineered spotted gum is great for relaxed coastal vibes, laidback bush homes, light-filled suburban residences, and modern apartments. Carpet Court select grade spotted gum flooring will introduce an Australiana feel in traditional and contemporary homes.

Trending styles and colours available

Spotted Gum is a versatile Australian timber displaying smooth textures and a gently flowing grain. NSW spotted gum, Qld spotted gum, and spotted gum from Victoria are iconic Australian timbers that are easily recognised due to the smooth, patchy bark pattern. This timber has a high Janka hardness rating to guarantee long-lasting flooring satisfaction in tough Aussie conditions.

Browse our range of spotted gum flooring options and get your new home or renovation project started the best way possible. Here are some great Carpet Court flooring collections worth considering, in a huge range of colours and tones.

• Engrained - timber
• Stockman’s Ridge - timber
• Big Country - laminate
• Retreat Aussie - hybrid
• Retreat Oaks - hybrid
• Ultra Pet Pinnacle - hybrid
• Daylesford - vinyl
• Southern Lights - vinyl

Choosing the best flooring for your space

Hardwood timber flooring lasts a lifetime, so it’s worth taking the time to explore options prior to choosing the best flooring for your space. Here are four important considerations.

1.Timber hardwood look & feel - Timber flooring is a value-added investment for your home. Its natural beauty can act as the foundation of your decor style and give a character that cannot be achieved with any other type of floor covering.

2. Practicality - Timber flooring choices include options with various colours, tones, and patterns. Floors that are too light, too dark or the same all over tend to show up every speck of dust that floats in the door, so it’s worth considering hardwoods such as spotted gum, oak, and blackbutt for starters.

3. Construction - You probably want a timber floor that won’t warp, shrink, or bow, and engineered timber is the answer. The engineered under-layers stop the top hardwood from shifting and keep the floorboards straight and true for many years of as-new satisfaction.

4. Longevity - Engineered spotted gum hardwood floors from Carpet Court come with a long warranty so you can purchase with confidence. These floors are designed to last a lifetime. In addition, the thicker the wear layer, the more times the floor can be sanded back and re-finished, so your flooring can always be in showroom condition.

Naturally beautiful flooring

There are several factors that contribute to naturally beautiful flooring. Whatever flooring statement you want to make, Carpet Court can make it happen for you with high feature grade timber flooring. Special features to look for include:

• Knots and grain structure, such as gum veins and wavy fiddleback patterns
• The texture and hardness, ascertained by the wood’s Janka rating
• The colour, which can range from pale grey to chocolate brown
• The plank width and pattern, including straight plank, chevron, or herringbone
• Alternatively, choose standard grade hardwood that shows selective gum veins, burls, insect trails and other unusual grain effects. Nothing beats the visual appeal and warm tones of genuine hardwood timber flooring.

Key features and attributes of Spotted timber Gum

Spotted gum is a premium native hardwood with a striking appearance. It is also very durable and strong, making it ideal for structural, exterior, and interior applications. Spotted gum is well-known for its back-sawn grain structure, attractive markings, and vibrant colours.

The heartwood of spotted gum ranges from light brown to dark red-brown hues. Sapwood is usually white to light brown in colour. The presence of a wavy grain can result in an attractive fiddleback figure. Gum veins are common characteristics in most eucalypt hardwoods, including spotted gum. This is a popular choice flooring timber with a lot of character.

Durable and easy to maintain

A rustic and textured floor will hide its own imperfections. Any wear over time will only add more character, although an engineered timber floor with thick wear layer can be sanded back several times to achieve showroom flooring quality.

Dent resistance in timber flooring is dependent on the species of the timber and the finish. Quality Carpet Court timbers such as spotted gum and oak are hard, making them highly sought after as flooring timbers.

Finishes vary between manufacturers, with no universal scale for measuring their hardness. Stain resistance is dependent on the finish type and level of texture in the flooring. Speak to your local Carpet Court flooring professional about durable and easily maintained flooring for your project.

Commercial flooring options

As Australia’s favourite flooring specialist, Carpet Court is the go-to retailer for engineered timber flooring, laminate flooring, hybrid flooring and commercial vinyl flooring. Explore beautiful natural woodgrain flooring designs for your commercial premises, and take your business to the next level.

Our commercial flooring comes with a long warranty so you can shop with confidence. Whether you live in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, or any other Australian region, now is the right time to speak to a Carpet Court flooring specialist about:

• Flooring for offices and commercial establishments
• Sound insulated flooring for quiet office environments
• Special patterns such as chevron, parquetry, or herringbone
• Easy-clean flooring solutions for heavy foot traffic areas
• Straight grain patterns and special designs

Spotted Gum timber flooring prices

Modern engineered spotted gum flooring is comparable in price to traditional solid timber flooring of equivalent thickness. The wear layer thickness will also impact the price of engineered flooring. The thicker the product and wear layer, the more expensive the flooring will be.

Carpet Court showcases an extensive flooring product range for almost any budget. Your chosen species also affects the price. Spotted Gum, Blackbutt and Oak, for example, are readily available and affordable options at Carpet Court.

Installation of your new floors

Spotted gum tongue and groove wood flooring installation can be performed by a DIY expert, although professional floor laying services such as those available from Carpet Court are generally recommended. The flooring professionals will accurately fit your new floorboards around doors, skirting, architraves, and other fixtures.

It’s also important to understand the subfloor you have, as this will impact the possibility of adding features such as insulation and underfloor heating. Plywood and chipboard sub-bases are ideal for laying engineered floorboards on.

Pet Friendly flooring options

Natural hardwood floors are hygienic. The smooth, hard surface repels dust, bacteria, and odours, making spotted gum a great pet-friendly flooring choice. Explore non-toxic hardwood flooring at Carpet Court if you have active young children and playful pets.

Alternatives to spotted gum include corymbia eucalypt, blackbutt and oak flooring, available in lots of colours, tones, and grain structures for every type of Australian home. Use our handy store locator and visit your nearest Carpet Court branch in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or anywhere else around Australia to experience highest quality flooring in person.

Maintaining and cleaning your new floors

Cleaning hardwood floors is easy. Simply use a soft broom, damp mop and dry cloth. High quality hardwood from Carpet Court is manufactured to resist moisture absorption and won’t warp or bow.

In the event of spills or splashes, mop and dry immediately, and use a recommended floor cleaner if required to restore your floor’s shine. Individual planks are easy to replace if damaged, so you can enjoy first-class flooring that stands the test of time.

Large range available at Carpet Court

Engineered timber is just the beginning at Carpet Court. We have the right flooring product for every type of home and business, to suit every budget. For more inspiration, check out:

• Floating timber flooring
• Laminate flooring
• Hybrid flooring
• Vinyl plank flooring
• Commercial flooring
• Herringbone & Chevron

Carpet Court is your one-stop flooring shop, so come on in and get you new home or renovation flooring project underway today.

FAQ’s:

What is spotted gum flooring good for?

Spotted gum engineered flooring is a favourite flooring material Australia-wide. Nothing beats the look and feel of real hardwood timber for homes, businesses, offices, hospitality venues and cultural establishments. Contact Carpet Court for a free measure and quote.

Is spotted gum durable?

Spotted gum is a very durable hardwood. That’s why Carpet Court can offer an extended warranty. Your Carpet Court flooring will last as long as your home and continue to add resale value.