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Spotted Gum Flooring

Spotted gum flooring running through an open kitchen with white cabinetry

Spotted gum is a hard, characterful Australian hardwood. Boards range from light brown to dark red-brown, often with a wavy grain that shows a rippled “fiddleback” figure.

The name covers several closely related species, mainly Corymbia maculata and Corymbia citriodora, which grow along the east coast from eastern Victoria to Queensland. The Queensland Government rates spotted gum very hard (class 1 of 6, about 1,010 kg/m³) with above-ground durability class 1, so it stands up well to kids, pets and busy hallways. Its strong colour variation suits coastal, Hamptons and contemporary Australian interiors.

Shop real spotted gum as engineered timber, or the spotted gum look in hybrid, vinyl plank and laminate. Jump to: Hybrid · Engineered timber · Vinyl plank · Laminate · FAQs. Prefer a lighter, calmer timber? See blackbutt flooring, or visit our Sydney and Brisbane showrooms.

Real spotted gum or the spotted gum look: how the floor types compare
Engineered timberHybridVinyl plankLaminate
SurfaceReal spotted gum timberPrinted spotted gum imagePrinted spotted gum imagePrinted spotted gum image
Colour variationNatural, different on every boardPrinted pattern that repeatsPrinted pattern that repeatsPrinted pattern that repeats
Water resistanceLow: wipe spills quicklyHighHighVaries: check the product rating
Can it be sanded?Yes, if the top layer is thick enoughNoNoNo

Recommended Spotted Gum Flooring

Best-value spotted gum from our BestBuys range.

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  • BestBuys QLD Spotted Gum 8mm hybrid flooring product photoIllustrative kitchen showing BestBuys QLD Spotted Gum 8mm hybrid flooring

    BestBuys QLD Spotted Gum Hybrid Flooring

    8mm Hybrid Original price was: $45.00.Current price is: $29.00./m²

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Spotted Gum Hybrid Flooring

Spotted gum-look hybrid planks pair a printed timber surface with a rigid, water-resistant core and click together as a floating floor, a common choice for kitchens and open-plan living.

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    BestBuys QLD Spotted Gum Hybrid Flooring

    8mm Hybrid Original price was: $45.00.Current price is: $29.00./m²

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  • Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Ash grey spotted gum hybrid flooringGodfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Ash hybrid flooring in a room setting

    Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Ash Hybrid Flooring

    6.5mm Hybrid     Get a Quote
    6 colours:
    Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Ash Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Blonde Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Burnt Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Coastal Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Natural Godfrey Hirst Apollo Hardwood Spotted Gum Riverbank

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  • Sunstar Prism Herringbone Vesper Spotted Gum hybrid flooring

    Sunstar Prism Vesper Spotted Gum Herringbone Hybrid Flooring

    8mm Hybrid Herringbone     Get a Quote
    6 colours:
    Sunstar Prism Aura Herringbone Sunstar Prism Halo Herringbone Sunstar Prism Lucent Herringbone Sunstar Prism Radiant Blackbutt Herringbone Sunstar Prism Shade Herringbone Sunstar Prism Vesper Spotted Gum Herringbone

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Spotted Gum Engineered Timber Flooring

Engineered spotted gum has a genuine spotted gum top layer, so every board shows its own colour and grain. It is the closest match to a solid timber floor and can be refinished if the top layer allows.

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  • Hurford HM Walk Spotted Gum Satin engineered timber flooringHurford HM Walk Blue Gum Satin engineered timber flooring

    Hurford HM Walk Spotted Gum Satin Engineered Timber Flooring

    13.5mm Engineered Australian Timber     Get a Quote
    18 colours:
    Hurford HM Walk Blackbutt Matte Engineered Hurford HM Walk Blackbutt Satin Engineered Hurford HM Walk Blackbutt Wideboard Satin Engineered Hurford HM Walk Blue Gum Satin Engineered Hurford HM Walk Blue Gum Wideboard Satin Engineered Hurford HM Walk Brush Box Matte Engineered Hurford HM Walk Spotted Gum Satin Engineered +11

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  • Sidura 1 Strip Spotted Gum Gloss Engineered Timber Flooring

    Sidura 1 Strip Spotted Gum Gloss Engineered Timber Flooring

    13mm Engineered Timber     Get a Quote
    4 colours:
    Sidura 1 Strip Blackbutt Matt Engineered Sidura 1 Strip Spotted Gum Gloss Engineered Sidura 1 Strip Spotted Gum Matt Engineered Sidura 1 Strip Tasmanian Oak Matt Engineered

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Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring

Spotted gum vinyl planks are thin, quiet and tolerant of moisture, with glue-down and click-together options.

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  • Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Bright Spotted Gum warm honey spotted gum vinyl plank flooring

    Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Bright Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring

    3mm Vinyl     Get a Quote
    14 colours:
    Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Bright Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Brindle Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Classic Blackbutt Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Flax Oak Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Hazel Blackbutt Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1200 Iron Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring +8

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  • Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Bright Spotted Gum warm honey spotted gum vinyl plank flooring

    Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Bright Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring

    4.5mm Vinyl     Get a Quote
    12 colours:
    Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Bright Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Brindle Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Classic Blackbutt Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Flax Oak Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Hazel Blackbutt Vinyl Plank Flooring Godfrey Hirst Polaris 1500 Iron Spotted Gum Vinyl Plank Flooring +6

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  • Preference Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 4.5mm luxury vinyl plankPreference Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 4.5mm luxury vinyl in a room setting

    Preference Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 2.5mm Luxury Vinyl Flooring

    2.5mm Vinyl $25.00/m²
    7 colours:
    Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 2.5mm Luxury Ultimo Cordoba 2.5mm Luxury Ultimo Granada 2.5mm Luxury Ultimo Salamanca 2.5mm Luxury Ultimo Spotted Gum 2.5mm Luxury Ultimo Toledo 2.5mm Luxury +1

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  • Virtuo Classic 55 XL Astir Spotted Gum Luxury Vinyl FlooringVirtuo Classic 55 XL Astir Spotted Gum Luxury Vinyl Flooring Scene

    Virtuo Classic 55 XL Astir Spotted Gum Luxury Vinyl Flooring

    2.5mm Vinyl $33.00/m²
    10 colours:
    Virtuo Classic 55 XL Astir Spotted Gum Luxury Virtuo Classic 55 XL Daintree Brown Luxury Virtuo Classic 55 XL Element Blackbutt Luxury Virtuo Classic 55 XL Empire Blond Luxury Virtuo Classic 55 XL Empire Clear Luxury Virtuo Classic 55 XL Empire Grey Luxury +4

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  • Preference Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 4.5mm luxury vinyl plankPreference Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 4.5mm luxury vinyl in a room setting

    Preference Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 4.5mm Luxury Vinyl Flooring

    4.5mm Vinyl $38.00/m²
    9 colours:
    Ultimo Andorra 4.5mm Luxury Ultimo Blackbutt 4.5mm Luxury Ultimo Coastal Spotted Gum 4.5mm Luxury Ultimo Cordoba 4.5mm Luxury Ultimo Granada 4.5mm Luxury Ultimo Salamanca 4.5mm Luxury +3

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Spotted Gum Laminate Flooring

Spotted gum laminate puts a hard-wearing printed surface on a fibreboard core, and several ranges carry a water-resistance rating. Check each product’s rating before laying it in a kitchen or laundry.

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Good To Know

Spotted Gum Flooring FAQs

One of Australia’s favourite hardwood looks — the common questions answered.

What does spotted gum flooring look like?

Boards range from light brown to dark red-brown, and colour can change a lot from one board to the next. The grain is often wavy, which can show a rippled fiddleback figure, and gum veins are common. The result is a lively, natural floor rather than a uniform one.

Why is it called spotted gum?

The name describes the tree’s bark. Spotted gum has smooth, pale bark that sheds in patches and leaves grey spots on the trunk. The boards get their character from colour variation and wavy grain instead.

How hard is spotted gum?

Spotted gum is one of the hardest common flooring timbers. The Queensland Government rates it very hard (class 1 of 6), at about 1,010 kg/m³, and class 1 for above-ground durability, which makes it a strong pick for busy homes.

Should I choose spotted gum or blackbutt?

Spotted gum is harder and more varied in colour. Blackbutt is lighter and more even. If you want a calm, bright floor, see blackbutt flooring.

Do I need real timber to get the spotted gum look?

No. Engineered spotted gum has a real timber top layer. Hybrid, vinyl plank and laminate print the spotted gum look, add water resistance and usually cost less, but they cannot be sanded.

How do I care for spotted gum flooring?

Sweep or vacuum regularly, clean with a well-wrung damp mop rather than a wet one, use felt pads under furniture and mats at external doors, and avoid steam mops.