Hardwood Laminated Panel Board | Sydney Rose Gum Grandis | GL18 x 600 x 2000mm

The 18 x 600 x 2000mm Sydney Rose Gum Grandis Panel is a large-format solid hardwood panel crafted from Eucalyptus grandis lamellas — edge-glued with a Class A moisture-resistant adhesive for lasting structural integrity.

Sydney Rose Gum is prized for its warm rose-pink to salmon-buff tones, natural grain movement, and genuine hardwood character. This is a feature-grade panel — expect natural colour variation between lamellas, gum vein, and occasional knots. No two panels look the same, and that’s the point.

Each panel is kiln dried to reduce moisture content and improve dimensional stability, minimising warping and movement in service. The surface is unfinished and sanded, ready to accept oil, stain, clear varnish, or paint. Sourced from responsible renewable plantation timber.

Please note: Pickup available from Sunshine West and Port Melbourne only.  We’ll contact you to arrange a time.

Applications

• Benchtops, kitchen islands and breakfast bars
• Bookshelves, shelving and display units
• Dining tables, desks and workbenches
• Feature wall panels and headboards
• General furniture making and joinery
• DIY indoor timber projects

Suitable for internal use in dry conditions. Seal or prime all surfaces prior to use in areas adjacent to moisture.

Specifications

• SKU: GL2000
• Species: Eucalyptus grandis (Sydney Rose Gum)
• Construction:  solid lamellas, edge-glued
• Adhesive: Class A moisture-resistant
• Thickness: 18mm
• Width: 600mm
• Length: 2000mm
• Grade: Feature (colour variation, gum vein, character knots)
• Source: Responsible renewable plantation timber
• Finish: Unfinished, sanded. Individually Shirink Wrapped for storage and protection
• Application: Internal use

What’s Included

• 1 × 18 x 600 x 2000mm Sydney Rose Gum Grandis Panel

Installation & Care Guide

Storage & Acclimatisation: Store flat, away from heat sources and damp. Before installation, lay flat in the room and allow minimum 48 hours to acclimatise to ambient conditions.

Before Installation: Treat all surfaces — top, underside, edges and ends — with oil, wax or lacquer before fitting. Enclosed surfaces and cut ends become inaccessible once installed, so pre-treat everything thoroughly. Timber responds to heat and humidity; proper preparation is essential.

Cutting: Panel saw — face side up. Jigsaw — face side down. Re-treat all cut edges with oil, wax or lacquer immediately after cutting.

Expansion Gaps: Leave a 5mm expansion gap between the panel and all fixed surfaces (walls, stone, steel). Fill with flexible silicone sealant — do not use rigid adhesives.

Fitting: Secure firmly across the full length to prevent warping. Where cabinetry doesn’t support the panel, fix angle brackets to the wall at 200mm intervals. Pre-drill fixing points — screws must penetrate a minimum 15mm into the panel.

Fixing to Masonry: Confirm masonry is fully dry. Use a damp-proof membrane where moisture penetration through the wall is possible.

Joining Panels: Use biscuit joints and timber bolts together to maintain alignment and resist movement. Apply oil generously to all mating edges and undersides before joining.

Hobs, Sinks & Stone/Steel Cutouts: Maintain a 5mm expansion gap at all inserts. Use high-flexibility silicone at all interfaces. Cooktop installations require a minimum 40mm clearance — confirm suitability with your appliance manufacturer.

Under-Bench Appliances: Fit reflective foil and a moisture barrier on the underside above dishwashers or washing machines. Allow minimum 25mm ventilation gap above the appliance and 15mm at sink/tap cutouts.

Inset Sinks: Seal all expansion gaps with silicone before fitting. Prevent water ingress at the perimeter — prolonged moisture will cause damage if not fully sealed.

Ongoing Care: Avoid standing water on the surface in the first weeks. If oil finished, apply a second coat after one week. Use a trivet for hot cookware and a cutting board for food prep. Clean with a warm damp cloth — avoid harsh chemicals or abrasives.

Repair & Restoration: Lightly sand stains or scratches and reapply your chosen finish. The panel can be sanded back and refinished multiple times.